Melwood’s Visual Shift: From Henderson to Alexander-Arnold
Alexander-Arnold Steps into the Limelight
In a subtle yet symbolic gesture, Liverpool’s AXA Training Centre, a place steeped in history and triumph, has seen a change in its visual narrative. Jordan Henderson, the captain who led Liverpool to title-winning glory, has had his image replaced by the Reds’ new vice-captain, Trent Alexander-Arnold, marking a shift in eras and a nod to the future under Jurgen Klopp.
A Quiet Farewell for Henderson
Henderson’s departure from Liverpool during the summer was one …
'Sulking like a baby' - Liverbirds Slam Jordan Henderson
New Liverbirds Podcast from Anfield Index
The Liverbirds focus on the early part of the season, our VAR & referee struggles the transfer window, and our forthcoming entry into the cup completions.
We trio also discuss the fallout from Hendersons interview the Spanish women's World Cup debacle and the return to Melwood for LFC women.
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Melwood Reclaimed: The Turning Point for Liverpool Women?
The Dawn of a New Era: Liverpool Women's Return to Melwood
The chime of good news followed the recent transfer of Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton to Liverpool. A mere three hours after the official announcement, Liverpool unveiled an exciting prospect - the repurchase of Melwood, their former training base.
From the mid-1950s up to November 2020, Melwood was the beating heart of the men’s training regime. It was sold in August 2019 to housing developer Torus for a tidy …
Liverpool FC Mark a New Era with Iconic Purchase
Liverpool FC Reacquires Cherished Melwood Training Ground
The revered football institution, Liverpool FC, have confirmed the reacquisition of their historic Melwood training ground, a move set to provide a new home for their women’s team. This monumental step demonstrates the club’s commitment to the advancement of their female contingent, bridging the gap between the men's and women's operations.
A Warm Return to Melwood
The men’s first team bid farewell to the iconic Melwood site located in West Derby, back in …
LFC Women to Find New Home at Reclaimed Melwood
LFC On Cusp of Reviving Historic Melwood Roots
There's an unexpected twist in the tale of Liverpool FC's Melwood training ground saga. Four years after bidding adieu to the esteemed training complex, the Reds are eyeing a lucrative opportunity to repurchase their old stomping ground. The intriguing question being asked by fans and pundits alike is: Why?
A refresher might be in order here. Back in 2019, Liverpool FC (LFC) handed over their Melwood training ground and the surrounding expanse …
FSG, Entitled LFC Fans and a Performative Fanbase
Curious Case of An Entitled, Performative Fanbase
On 9 April 2018, on the eve of Liverpool’s second leg Champions League quarter-final against Manchester City, Jurgen Klopp stood in a room at Manchester City’s Etihad Campus after concluding with a presser.
He surveyed City’s training complex from a window, and he was clearly impressed by the rows of pitches in front of him. According to Daniel Taylor of The Guardian, Klopp said “Wow! Very big, very good,” with an unmistakable envy …
Liverpool assistant manager can't wait for The Reds to settle in at new training ground
Pep Lijnders says it gives him "great satisfaction" to move to the club's new AXA Training Centre with the current squad.
Liverpool's departure from Melwood - their training home for 70 years - has been well-documented in recent weeks. Now, however, Lijnders is only looking forward and to the progress he hopes the club can make at their new training ground in Kirkby.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com about Melwood and the move to Kirkby, Lijnders said:
“Icons, family, history... it all …
Reds say goodbye to Melwood for the final time
Liverpool finally brought the curtain down on the club's time at Melwood over the weekend. The Reds leave their famous training ground after 70 years.
When Jürgen Klopp's squad returns after the current international break, they will begin training at Liverpool's new state-of-the-art AXA training centre in Kirkby.
LFC published a well-composed page with club staff, players and managers from past and present sharing their thoughts and memories on time spent at Melwood over the years. It's certainly worth checking …
Joe Gomez feels Liverpool squad has a greater connection now after isolation of recent months
Liverpool defender Joe Gomez believes there is a stronger connection among the first-team squad after their return to Melwood last week.
Players had been training and maintaining fitness levels in isolation with their families since March. However, Gomez feels that unavoidable separation has led to better relations among the tight-knit unit since they met back up.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com, Gomez said:
"... we’ve had to have communication in a different way; it’s not been the standard come in and see …
"Perfect, absolutely perfect" - Klopp delights in Reds' return to Melwood
Jürgen Klopp was in a hugely upbeat mood yesterday as his Liverpool first-team squad returned to training at Melwood while adhering to Covid-19 government guidelines.
The Reds' backroom staff had quite the task on their hands, as does every other Premier League club this week. Training had to be organised within smaller groups while following social distancing protocol.
It's hoped that Premier League action will return in mid-June as the aim is to see out the 2019/20 campaign to its …