David James and Teddy Sheringham Back Liverpool’s Premier League Title Bid
Liverpool’s chances of challenging for the Premier League title are receiving strong backing from two football legends: David James and Teddy Sheringham. Both have voiced their support for the Merseyside club under new manager Arne Slot, predicting a serious title push despite recent setbacks....
Liverpool’s Start Under Slot: AC Milan, Nottingham Forest, and Squad Rotation Concerns
Liverpool's early season performances under new manager Arne Slot have captured attention, with highlights from both their Champions League clash with AC Milan and a concerning slip against Nottingham Forest in the league. As Jim Boardman and Jay Reid discussed on their recent...
Why is Diogo Jota’s Form Keeping Darwin Núñez on the Bench?
Diogo Jota and Darwin Núñez find themselves at the heart of Liverpool’s ongoing narrative. What makes this tale particularly fascinating is that Jota’s recent struggles on the pitch seem to echo the unspoken thoughts about Núñez’s place in Arne Slot’s squad. It’s as though...
Reflecting on History: Nottingham Forest’s Noble Gesture
In a world where football is often scrutinized for its fleeting loyalties and brash commercialism, it’s moments like these that restore faith in the human element at the heart of the sport. Nottingham Forest’s initiative to honour the victims of the Hillsborough disaster with a memorial at the...
Liverpool Look to Bounce Back Against Bournemouth: Premier League Officials Announced
As Liverpool prepare for their upcoming Premier League clash against Bournemouth, Arne Slot’s side faces a crucial moment in their campaign. The Reds, coming off a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest at Anfield, are eager to regain momentum before the international break. With...
Arne Slot Reveals Gakpo's Unexpected Start in Liverpool’s Win Over AC Milan
Liverpool’s 3-1 victory over AC Milan saw an impressive performance from Cody Gakpo, but it has been revealed by Arne Slot that this was not originally part of the plan for the Dutch forward’s season debut.
Gakpo’s Role in Liverpool’s Line-up
Cody Gakpo, wearing the...
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,...