Premier League

Virgil van Dijk: Navigating Criticism and Triumph

Van Dijk's Unassailable Era and Injury Impact In the realm of football, few names resonate with the defensive prowess and commanding presence like Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk. Simon Hughes, in his insightful piece for The Athletic, paints a vivid picture of Van Dijk's journey, particularly focusing on the stark contrast in his performance pre and...

Mo Salah Shines for Egypt with Four-Goal Spectacle

Mo Salah: A Pharaoh's Form Soars High The Egyptian King's Majestic Display The sensation that is Mo Salah continues to enthral football fans around the globe, seamlessly transitioning his Liverpool heroics onto the international stage. In a breathtaking display, Salah catapulted Egypt to a 6-0 triumph, a feat echoing his formidable presence in the Premier League. Liverpool's...

Liverpool’s Premier League Advantage The Referees Can’t Destroy

What xG Can’t Tell You Liverpool’s 3-0 victory over Brentford last weekend was a travesty. Or at least it was if you choose to live and die by expected goals as your means of adjudication, with FBRef deeming it the joint-sixth most unjust result in the 2023/24 Premier League. Still, at least it wasn’t Aston...

Tony Evans: ‘Thanks Brendan, 2017 Salah Was Ready’

Tony Evans’ Weekly Anfield Index Column Ah, the Anfield atmosphere. There’s always someone complaining about it.  Locals don’t sing. Daytrippers don’t know the songs. Everyone’s always pointing the finger at each other.  In the aftermath of the Brentford game, I stumbled upon the usual sort of argument on social media. I should stop looking. The relatively straightforward victory...

Simon Brundish: “These players are going to break…”

Fatigue Index: 1230 Kick-Off Analysis Simon is joined by Jordan Tyrer to discuss Liverpool's upcoming schedule with the Reds playing at 12:30 numerous times in the coming weeks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP3F0TaXdnA&t=6s Battling Fatigue: The Impact of 12:30 Kick-offs on Klopp's Rotation Strategy In the world of football, the scheduling of matches post-international break has long been a topic of debate....

Report: Transfer Tug-of-War for Football’s Hot Asset

Alphonso Davies: A Coveted Gem in Football's Crown Premier League Giants in the Race for Davies In the world of football, few names resonate with the dynamic flair and awe-inspiring pace of Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies. Recent reports from 90Min have stirred the football community, highlighting interest from Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City in the Canadian...

Report: Liverpool Consider Genoa Star for Midfield Depth

Liverpool's Midfield Reinforcement: Eyeing Genoa's Rising Star Genoa's Gem in Liverpool's Sight Liverpool's keen eye for emerging talent has once again made headlines, this time focusing on 22-year-old Danish midfielder Morten Frendrup from Genoa according to Get Italian Football News. Since joining the Italian club in early 2022, Frendrup has impressed with his solid midfield performances,...

Tracking Liverpool Stars During the November International Break

Liverpool's Squad on International Duty: An In-Depth Look Liverpool's start to the Premier League season pauses as the international break takes center stage, with several key players joining their national teams. This period offers a unique opportunity to observe Liverpool's global influence through individual player performances. Reds Players on National Duty As per official reports, 21 Liverpool...

Is There a Case for Cashing in on Trent Alexander Arnold?

Transfer Speculation Rises News started circulating on Monday evening that European greats, Real Madrid, were plotting an audacious £80m move for Liverpool’s vice-captain, Trent Alexander Arnold, in the 2024 summer months. First and foremost, the stated price of £80m is an absurd amount and in no way reflective of the price that it may take...

Van Dijk Reflects on ACL Recovery Journey

Virgil van Dijk's Journey from ACL Injury to Triumph In the realm of football, certain players stand as pillars of strength and resilience, and Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool’s central defender, is a testament to this truth. Since his arrival at Liverpool in 2018, Van Dijk has been pivotal in revolutionising the club's defensive strategies. His...