Virgil van Dijk Returns to Liverpool After Netherlands Withdrawal
Van Dijk Prioritises Club Duties After International Exit
Virgil van Dijk, the Liverpool & Netherlands captain, has withdrawn from international duty on medical grounds, paving the way for an earlier return to Anfield. The Oranje skipper played a full 90 minutes during the Netherlands' emphatic 4-0 victory...
Can Xabi Alonso Halt the Madrid Pursuit of Trent?
There has been a long-held opinion held by Anfield Index podcaster and personality, Dave Hendrick, one that I am in complete agreement with. The Two Footed Podcast presenter was last summer reluctant to see the former Liverpool midfielder, Xabi Alonso, return to Merseyside (in a managerial...
Caoimhin Kelleher’s Growing Influence at Liverpool: A Future Star in the Making
Caoimhin Kelleher has long been a trusted understudy to Liverpool's star goalkeeper, Alisson, but his performances in recent seasons suggest that the Irishman may soon be ready to step into a more prominent role. His growing influence, both in the Premier League and...
Gravenberch's Renaissance at Liverpool Under Arne Slot
Liverpool are flying high this season, both domestically and in Europe. Under the guidance of Arne Slot, the Reds have emerged as a dominant force, excelling in the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League. Sitting five points clear of Manchester City at the summit of the Premier...
Ryan Gravenberch: Analysing His Impact on Liverpool’s Midfield
Liverpool’s midfield overhaul has been one of the key narratives of the season, with Ryan Gravenberch emerging as a pivotal figure in Arne Slot’s system. On a recent episode of Transfer Market Metrics from Anfield Index, host Dave Davis and data analyst Dr Phil Barts broke down...
Liverpool’s Left-Back Conundrum: Rayan Aït-Nouri and Milos Kerkez in Focus
Liverpool’s need for defensive reinforcements has sparked discussions around potential left-back options. On a recent Anfield Index episode of Transfer Market Metrics, host Dave Davis and contributor Dr Phil Barts analysed two reported targets: Rayan Aït-Nouri and Milos Kerkez. Their findings revealed both potential and...
Daily Red: Curtis Jones' Rise and Importance to Liverpool
Liverpool fans have plenty to celebrate after Curtis Jones' standout performance for England, as highlighted in the Daily Red podcast by Dave Hendrick on Anfield Index. This episode underscores how Jones' journey from a promising academy talent to an integral cog under manager Arne Slot reflects...
Raising Spirits at Anfield: Mindfield Insights into Squad Mentality
The Anfield Index podcast, Mindfield, recently explored the complexities of refereeing, Liverpool FC’s current dynamics, and squad psychology under manager Arne Slot. Hosted by Alan U and Dr Andrew Vincent, this episode provided unique insights into squad mentality, Liverpool's evolution under Slot, and the controversial topic...
Why Wataru Endo Against Southampton Is a Smart Move
People are going to shoot this down, but in view of longer-term thinking, there’s a real benefit in it. Liverpool face a crucial decision as fixtures pile up, with Manchester City and Real Madrid looming on the horizon as soon as this break finishes. Amidst this...
