Fernandes' Fifth Booking: A Tactical Move or Genuine Misstep?
Manchester United's latest setback, a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth, was compounded by an incident involving their captain, Bruno Fernandes. Criticised for dissent towards the referee, Peter Bankes, Fernandes received his fifth booking of the season. This card carries a weighty consequence – a one-match suspension,...
On today's episode Dave looks at 3 legends of the club, as he compares Owen, Fowler and Torres, three strikers who were excellent at their times but all had injury problems. Who do you think was the best of the three?
He also looks at the news surrounding the club.
Liverpool are synonymous for their forwards,...
A Discourse on Consistency in the Whistle
In the pulsating heart of the Premier League, where every decision is scrutinised under the magnifying glass of fans and pundits alike, the recent incident during Arsenal's triumph over Manchester City has ignited a fervent debate. The spotlight falls on Keith Hackett and PGMOL chief Howard Webb, as...
VAR in Premier League Football
As the below video will tell you, it is the time of VAR, and it has been for quite some time. The Premier League introduced the Video Assistant Referee process ahead of the 2019/20 season, ah, memories. This means that, as of now, there have been 1,559 matches played with...
Liverpool's Unexpected Midfield Acquisition
In the ever-evolving world of football transfers, Liverpool's recent signing has raised more than a few eyebrows. The Merseyside giants, known for their meticulous transfer strategies, made a move that many didn't see coming.
A Surprise Signing
Last Friday, Liverpool fans were taken aback as the club announced the acquisition of 30-year-old Wataru...
The 2022/23 season isn't one that will live long in the memory for Liverpool fans, with many no doubt wanting it erased from their minds in a similar way to the 2020/21 campaign.
It's been just as grim at times, only with crowds present.
Far too many players have fallen below the incredible standards they have...
Each footballer’s pathway requires a specific and unique approach when starting out at any elite club. So many young prodigies and supposed generational talents will always emerge, yet can be lost within the shuffle of upper tier entities. With the need for success now so desperate, we are witnessing managers come and go, as...
To say that Michael Owen creates controversy throughout the Reds' fanbase would be an understatement. The BT pundit is now as famous for his obvious analysis as his on field exploits. Given the talent, promise and initial impact of this former Liverpool man, that is an utter tragedy.
The former red is the absolute...
Robbie Fowler, Steve McManaman, Michael Owen, Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and Trent Alexander Arnold all graduated through the Liverpool academy. The success of each is part of the clubs illustrious history, and it is always a joy to see homegrown talent succeed as Liverpool players.
Within any historical football club, there are times when talent...
In these unprecedented times of lockdown, sanitizer, empty stadiums and the Netflix / Amazon Prime binge, I’ve found myself often searching for new ways to occupy both my mind as well as my body. With the remarkable closure to a triumphant league campaign by the reds, the common football fan was greeted by the...
