Liverpool’s International Break: Positives Abound, But Caution is Key
As Liverpool fans, it’s tempting to revel in the buzz surrounding this international break. Key players are either enjoying a well-deserved breather or making minimal appearances for their national teams. Oh and by the way we’re five points clear at the top. Yet, amidst the positives,...
Ruthless Efficiency: Why Liverpool Should Protect Their Stars During November Internationals
Is there anyone who doesn’t think this latest ste of fixtures is just ridiculous? International breaks can often feel like a necessary evil for top football clubs. While players relish the opportunity to represent their nations, the toll it takes on fitness, travel, and...
International Break Woes: When Every Minute Counts
God I hate international football. We sit here, watching, waiting, as our beloved club players rack up minutes across the globe during this international break. There’s an uneasiness in the air, like a shadow lurking behind every pass, tackle, and shot. We know it well – that hollow...
Liverpool’s Midfield Trio: Mastery or Overuse?
Liverpool’s 3-1 victory over AC Milan in the Champions League proved that Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, and Ryan Gravenberch have firmly established themselves as Arne Slot's go-to midfield three. On the surface, it’s an exciting and potent trio, filled with creativity, intelligence, and tenacity. However, beneath the brilliance...
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 Worry Grows: Trent and Gravenberch’s International Brilliance is Bad News for the Reds
I don’t see it as a good thing at all. Liverpool Football Club have been handed an uncomfortable reminder of what happens when their key players shine on the international stage. Recent performances from Trent Alexander-Arnold for England and Ryan Gravenberch...
Liverpool's AFCON Struggles Set to Continue
As Liverpool prepares for the upcoming seasons, they are faced with the recurring challenge of key player absences due to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The 2025/26 season is no exception, with the tournament set to potentially disrupt Mohamed Salah’s campaign, assuming his stay at Liverpool extends beyond...
Liverpool's Premier League Fixtures: Analysing the Challenges and Strategies for the 2024/25 Season
The release of the Premier League fixtures is always a highly anticipated event, especially for a club like Liverpool, whose ambitions span across multiple competitions. In the latest episode of the Fatigue Index Podcast, Simon Brundish and his guest Dave Carolan delve...
Gomez's Triumphant Return and Liverpool's Concern
In the pulsating world of football, where every match, every moment can shape the destiny of clubs and countries alike, the story of Joe Gomez's return to the England squad is both a beacon of personal triumph and a looming concern for Liverpool fans. This narrative unfolds against the...
The Loss That Will Fire the Reds to Premier League Glory
Unpacking Liverpool's Setback Against Arsenal
As soon as I saw the team sheet for the Arsenal v Liverpool game, my immediate thought process was to find reasons why the Reds would be competitive, rather than simply knowing that they would overcome. Certain encounters garner my...
