Premier League analysis

Man of the Match: ‘Superb’ Liverpool star shines despite defeat to Man City

Liverpool 1 – 2 Manchester City – Premier League Man of the Match There are games where a player’s influence is obvious through goals and assists, and others where their value is revealed through responsibility, sacrifice, and control in uncomfortable circumstances. This was firmly the latter for Dominik Szoboszlai, who once again found himself operating...

Player Ratings: Liverpool fall short in sickening Man City defeat

Liverpool 1 - 2 Manchester City Premier League Player Ratings The Premier League saw the Reds host Manchester City on a weekend when both Chelsea and Manchester United extended their leads in the race for the top five. The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below. Alisson Becker - 6.0 The giant Brazilian stopper was strong early...

Pep Guardiola confirms potential Man City injury blow ahead of Liverpool clash

Pep Guardiola injury update sets scene for Liverpool clash Pep Guardiola has offered a typically measured injury update as Manchester City prepare to head to Anfield on Sunday evening, a fixture that rarely needs extra narrative but has plenty this time around. Liverpool, now under Arne Slot, have endured a season that has veered between...

David Ornstein: Liverpool told to pay ‘at least’ £2.8m for 18-year-old forward

Liverpool compensation decision puts spotlight on Rio Ngumoha’s value Liverpool’s long term planning often happens quietly, in meeting rooms rather than on the pitch, but the decision over Rio Ngumoha’s compensation fee has dragged one of those strategies into the open. As first reported by David Ornstein of The Athletic, Liverpool will pay an initial...

Liverpool vs Man City: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Predicted Lineup

Liverpool vs Manchester City – Premier League Preview Date: Sunday, 8 February 2026 Venue: Anfield Kick-off: 16:30 GMT Liverpool returns to Anfield on Sunday afternoon carrying a rare sense of momentum. Ten goals in two games have shifted both mood and narrative, easing the pressure that had surrounded Arne Slot and restoring some belief that this squad still...

Liverpool’s “youth led” January transfer window explained

Jacquet’s Arrival as a Strategic Investment Liverpool’s most significant January commitment came through the signing of Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes. Andy Jones described the deal, which “may rise to £60m”, as “a real coup”. He reported that Jacquet is “viewed as one of the biggest prospects in that position”, reflecting Liverpool’s renewed focus on long-term defensive...

Liverpool fail to resolve limbo status of creative midfielder

Harvey Elliott’s Aston Villa Loan Leaves Liverpool in Limbo Elliott’s Unchanged Status at Villa Harvey Elliott’s loan spell at Aston Villa remains one of Liverpool’s most uncertain situations this season. As Andy Jones reported, “Elliott’s situation… remained unchanged in the end”, despite speculation over a possible recall. Although he “started their most recent Europa League fixture”, Jones...

Journalist reveals the real reason Liverpool’s Andy Robertson move to Spurs failed

Liverpool Hold Firm on Robertson as Tottenham Interest Fades Liverpool’s Stance on Robertson’s Future Liverpool’s decision to block Andy Robertson’s proposed move to Tottenham underlined their wider approach to squad stability during a delicate phase of the season. As Andy Jones reported in the Atheltic, the deal, which “could have risen to around £5 million”, was...

Journalist: Liverpool to make Xabi Alonso move on one condition

Xabi Alonso, Arne Slot and Liverpool: Pressure Builds as Future Decisions Loom Liverpool’s managerial situation is once again under intense scrutiny as speculation grows around Xabi Alonso and the long-term future of Arne Slot. While recent performances have shown signs of improvement, uncertainty remains over whether progress will be enough to secure Champions League qualification...

Sky pundit waxes lyrical over Liverpool duo

Gary Neville Highlights Wirtz and Ekitike Partnership as Liverpool’s Creative Engine Florian Wirtz’s rapid rise at Liverpool has continued to gather momentum, with his latest performance against Newcastle United underlining why the club invested so heavily in his arrival. Alongside Hugo Ekitike, the German international is beginning to shape Liverpool’s attacking identity, earning strong praise...