Midfield Battle

Liverpool vs Chelsea: EFL Cup Final Tactical Preview

League Cup Showdown: Liverpool vs Chelsea – A Tactical Insight The EFL Cup Final between Liverpool and Chelsea is more than just a game; it's a tactical battleground where history and rivalry intertwine. As Dave Hendrik and Karl Matchett dissected on AI Scouted, this match is not just about the glory of winning a cup...

James Pearce: Liverpool’s Tactical Hurdles at the Emirates

Liverpool's Misstep at the Emirates: A Tactical Analysis In an enthralling encounter at the Emirates Stadium, Liverpool's unbeaten run came to an abrupt halt against a determined Arsenal side. James Pearce's detailed account in The Athletic highlighted the Reds' unexpected stumble, marking a pivotal moment in this season's Premier League title race. This analysis delves...

Arsenal 3 – 1 Liverpool – Premier League Player Ratings

Arsenal 3 - 1 Liverpool Premier League Player Ratings Match day 23 saw the reds travel to the Emirates to face off against the third placed Gunners, with a chance of ending Arsenal’s lingering Premier League title hopes. This encounter represented the last ever league match that Jürgen Klopp would take on against the North...

Jones and Gravenberch: Liverpool’s Contrasting but Superb Options

Liverpool's Midfield Choices: A Tightly Contested Battle While much of Liverpool's strongest possible starting lineup picks itself this season, one of the few areas of contention is the left-sided No.8 position in the Reds' midfield. With Alexis Mac Allister anchoring things in the No.6 role and Dominik Szoboszlai an undisputed starter, too, it looks to be...

David Lynch: “Possibly Alisson’s Worst Game But Still Made a Big Contribution”

Analysing Alexander-Arnold's Performance: Liverpool's Point at Man City In a recent discussion between David Lynch and Dave Davis on Media Matters for Anfield Index, the focus was on Liverpool's recent match against Manchester City. Lynch highlighted Liverpool's impressive resilience in securing a point at the Etihad, considering City's remarkable home record. He emphasized, "Manchester City......

Football Legends: Managerial Insight vs Punditry

Imagining Managers XI vs Pundits XI with Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett The Ultimate Football Debate Football enthusiasts have long debated the prowess of managers versus pundits. In a captivating discussion on Anfield Index, Dave Hendrick and Karl Matchett delve into this fascinating topic, exploring a hypothetical clash between a "Managers XI" and a "Pundits XI."...

What Should Liverpool’s Midfield Be Against Newcastle?

Footballing Authorities Make a Decision Incredibly, the footballing authorities have decided to do the right thing for once by overturning Alexis Mac Allister's harsh red card against Bournemouth. Fortunately, Liverpool didn't drop any points at home to the Cherries last Saturday, but it was yet another reminder of the woeful officiating on show at the moment. Having...