Post Match Analysis

Liverpool Beaten at Stamford Bridge After Making Six Changes

Chelsea 3 - 1 Liverpool – The Postmortem With the Premier League title already secured, Liverpool arrived at Stamford Bridge for their Gameweek 35 fixture against a Chelsea side still vying for Champions League qualification. Arne Slot opted for significant squad rotation to appease the calls of some of the fanbase, making six changes from...

Liverpool 2-1 West Ham United: Final Thoughts as Reds Edge Closer to 20th League Title

Liverpool 2 - 1 West Ham United – The Postmortem After a frustrating 3-2 loss away to Fulham the previous weekend, Liverpool returned to Anfield with both a point to prove and an opportunity to take a significant step toward the Premier League title. Arsenal’s 1-1 home draw with Brentford meant that just nine points...

Jones at Right Back and Jota’s Goal Key as Liverpool Win Merseyside Derby

Curtis Jones Steps Up, Jota Delivers – Liverpool Edge Everton in Derby Battle Gritty Derby Win Keeps Liverpool on Top Liverpool returned from the international break with a tense but valuable 1-0 victory over city rivals Everton, keeping their title hopes alive and the bragging rights firmly red. It wasn’t a perfect performance, but as PanenkaLFC...

Report: Slot’s post-match comments after Lille victory

Slot Leads Liverpool to Last-16 with Patience and Precision Liverpool's unyielding determination under Arne Slot shone brightly as they edged out Lille 2-1 at Anfield, securing qualification for the last 16 of the Champions League. Goals from Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott ensured a flawless group-stage campaign with seven wins from seven matches. Despite a...

“We Had Most of the Control” – Arne Slot Reacts to Liverpool’s Defeat to Tottenham Hotspur

Arne Slot Reflects on Liverpool's Narrow Defeat to Tottenham In a gripping contest that concluded with Tottenham Hotspur edging Liverpool 1-0, Arne Slot offered his insights in a post-match press conference that left many contemplating the delicate balances of football justice and managerial foresight. Tactical Shifts and Late Drama The match was decided by a singular moment...

Hendrick praises “unbelievably good” Van Dijk and Konaté after Liverpool’s Leipzig victory

Liverpool’s Solid 1-0 Victory Over RB Leipzig: Step Closer to Champions League Knock-Out Round Liverpool’s 1-0 win away to RB Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League last night provided a glimpse of the team’s evolving style under manager Arne Slot. The Red Bull Arena in Leipzig witnessed a match filled with intensity, frustration, and ultimately,...

“Something to Work on” – David Lynch Points Out One Worry from Liverpool’s Victory Over Chelsea

Analysing Liverpool's Close Call Against Chelsea In a recent conversation on Anfield Index's 'Media Matters' podcast, David Lynch shared some compelling insights into Liverpool's nail-biting 2-1 victory over Chelsea. His reflections paint a vivid picture of the game's dynamics, with Liverpool narrowly securing the win despite not dominating the game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BtJTry0TC8 Unexpected Struggles and Tactical Adjustments Lynch remarked...

Postmortem: Salah and Jones Power Liverpool to Hard-Fought Win

Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea - The Postmortem This was a game that pitted two emerging head coaches against one another, as Anfield hosted a tactical contest between two giants of the Premier League era. Below is how the team lined up, with match details following. The Starting Eleven GK - Caoimhin Kelleher RB - Trent Alexander Arnold RCB - Ibrahima Konaté LCB...

“Really Impressed” – How Liverpool Beat Bologna in the UEFA Champions League

Liverpool’s Champions League Performance Against Bologna: A Tactical Overview Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Bologna in the Champions League was a game filled with both brilliance and frustration, as analysed by Dave Hendrick, Hari Sethi, and Trev Downey on Anfield Index’s post-match raw podcast. While the Reds secured the three points, there were clear signs that...

Postmortem Analysis: Liverpool Secure Comfortable 2-0 Win Over Bologna

Salah Seals the Deal in Liverpool’s Win Over Bologna - Postmortem This was a game that had a first half jitter, yet the overall control on a European night was both controlled and confident. The win was what mattered; however, the manner and character of the players was superb. https://twitter.com/watch_lfc/status/1841582512797319336?s=46&t=rxgukmqdoXc4muVFLSx2EQ Below is how the team lined up,...