Arne Slot's Liverpool Journey: Mastering Rotation for Success
Arne Slot’s arrival at Liverpool brought a wave of excitement, as fans eagerly anticipated how his structured, attacking style, which had been so successful at Feyenoord, would adapt to the high-pressure environment of the Premier League. Slot is known for his preference for a consistent starting XI,...
Liverpool's Attacking Waves and Passing Dissected: Nottingham Forest Match Statistical Analysis
In the latest episode of the Under Pressure podcast from Anfield Index, the contributors delved into Liverpool’s 0-1 loss to Nottingham Forest, providing a detailed match analysis from both tactical and statistical perspectives. This article will explore Liverpool’s and Nottingham Forest’s game plan, match...
Liverpool’s Shock Defeat to Forest: A Moment to Reflect
Liverpool fans were left reeling after an unexpected 1-0 defeat at Anfield to Nottingham Forest, a team that had languished in the bottom five of the Premier League for the last two seasons. The defeat, while shocking, exposed deeper issues within Liverpool’s game, sparking critical discussions...
Tactical Periodisation and Fatigue: Sports Science at Liverpool FC Explained
The latest episode of the Under Pressure podcast from Anfield Index offers an in-depth examination of Liverpool’s performance, with key insights from Simon Brundish and Dr. Phil Barter. In this first part, they delve into the impact of international travel on player fatigue, tactical periodisation,...
Liverpool's Reality Check: A Tactical Unraveling at Nottingham Forest
When Liverpool faced a surprising defeat against Nottingham Forest, the game proved to be more than just a minor setback in their campaign; it was a stark "reality check," as centre-back Virgil Van Dijk eloquently put it. This defeat, dissected in detail by David Lynch on...
Liverpool Loss To Nottingham Forest: Battle of Possession and Patience
Saturday afternoon at Anfield was not what Liverpool fans had in mind. What seemed destined to be a routine victory ended in unexpected frustration, as Nottingham Forest snatched a shock 1-0 win. A match that appeared straightforward on paper left everyone wondering what went wrong.
The...
Grizz Khan: Liverpool’s New Adidas Kits Bring Excitement
Adidas are set to return as the Reds' kit manufacturer for the 2025/26 season. On the Daily Red Podcast hosted by Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Grizz Khan shifted from the pain of the Forest match to the joy of seeing the new kit leaks. The conversation...
Liverpool’s Setback Under Slot: A Temporary Blip or Deeper Problems?
Liverpool’s shocking home defeat to Nottingham Forest has sparked intense discussion among fans and pundits alike. With Arne Slot at the helm following Jurgen Klopp’s departure in May 2024, questions have arisen about whether Slot’s tactical approach is sufficient to maintain the high standards set...
Liverpool 0-1 Nottingham Forest: The Postmortem
This was a game that ended very differently to how much of the Liverpool fanbase would have expected. With a new and seemingly tactically astute Head Coach at the LFC helm, one would have envisioned the home side sweeping away a team that will probably finish in the bottom...