David Lynch Explains Liverpool’s Midfield Problems After Newcastle Draw
Liverpool’s midfield was one of the major talking points after the 2-2 draw at Newcastle United, particularly after Andoni Iraola’s side were exposed during transition.
Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, David Lynch argued that the debate should go beyond simply demanding a...
Liverpool 2-2 Newcastle exposes Andoni Iraola’s priority in transfer market
Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Newcastle offered an early snapshot of where this squad stands under Andoni Iraola, and where immediate work is required. There was attacking speed, there was threat in wide areas, and there were also familiar vulnerabilities that left the game feeling more...
Late drama cannot disguise familiar flaws
Liverpool’s last-gasp equaliser at Newcastle United provided a moment of exhilaration, but it could not conceal the problem staring Andoni Iraola in the face.
Dominik Szoboszlai’s late penalty secured a 2-2 draw at St James’ Park, allowing the travelling supporters to celebrate as they descended from the away end. Once...
Liverpool Defensive Midfielder Problem Laid Bare as Daniel Sturridge Issues Transfer Warning
Liverpool have started the new campaign looking like a side with an old problem. The names may have changed in the dugout, the title glow may have faded, but the structural weakness in midfield remains obvious.
After the 2-2 draw at Newcastle, Daniel Sturridge...
David Lynch Reacts to Liverpool's 2-2 Draw With Newcastle United
Liverpool opened their Premier League campaign with a dramatic 2-2 draw away at Newcastle United, Dominik Szoboszlai’s penalty in the 99th minute ensuring Andoni Iraola avoided defeat in his first league match in charge.
Speaking in his post-match reaction, David Lynch picked through a game he...
Newcastle 2–2 Liverpool: Man of the Match
VÃctor Muñoz
Sometimes a Man of the Match award is about celebrating an outstanding individual performance.
Sometimes it is about recognising the one player who provided the spark that almost everyone else around him lacked.
At St James’ Park, VÃctor Muñoz falls into the second category.
The young Spanish winger entered the...
Newcastle 2-2 Liverpool - Premier League Player Ratings
The Premier League return saw the historical rivals meet on a day when Kevin Keegan was rapturously remembered.
The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below.
Alisson Becker - 5.0
The giant Brazilian stopper was caught too close to his near post as the opening goal flew across him to...
Liverpool Confirmed XI & Team News vs Newcastle United
Liverpool travel to St. James' Park to face Newcastle United in their opening Premier League fixture of the season. It will also be Andoni Iraola's first game in charge of the Reds, after replacing Arne Slot as head coach earlier this summer.
All three new signings in...
Liverpool Predicted XI vs Newcastle: Ronald Araujo Set for Debut as Andoni Iraola Begins New Era
Liverpool head to St James’ Park on Sunday with a new head coach, a few absentees and one obvious selection issue. Andoni Iraola’s first competitive game is here, and the main call is in central defence.
Ronald Araujo looks set...
Adam Wharton Staying at Crystal Palace Leaves Liverpool With Midfield Questions to Answer
Liverpool’s midfield planning looks to have taken another clear turn, with Adam Wharton expected to remain at Crystal Palace for the season ahead. The England international had been admired by leading Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester City, but Palace’s position...
