The Humble Beginnings
Dominik Szoboszlai's tale is one of determination, grit, and a father's unwavering belief. Born in the Hungarian city of Szekesfehervar, the young talent's journey to Liverpool's iconic Anfield began with dribbling past water bottles in his living room. As he recalls, "It was inside the house because we had no garden." His...
Henderson's EFC Shirt Stirs Up A Storm
In a cheeky move that has left many amused, Al-Ettifaq unveiled their new kit for the upcoming Saudi Pro League season, featuring none other than former Liverpool captain, Jordan Henderson. The twist? His shirt bears the initials 'EFC', a nod that has not gone unnoticed by those familiar...
Reds' New Number Two
There’s a great quote that seems apt in this situation. “One of the first steps to successful leadership is to forget your age and remember your dream.” It’s near impossible to believe that one of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s footballing desires isn’t to captain his boyhood club on a regular basis and that...
Introduction: A New Era in Saudi Football
In the tranquil setting of the Terme Sveti Martin wellness centre, a dramatic revolution in Saudi football unfolded. The Athletic's Simon Hughes offers an insightful look at how Al Ettifaq recruited Jordan Henderson, one of Liverpool's Champions League-winning captains, in a controversial move that perhaps signifies a significant...
Henderson's Delicate Departure from Liverpool
In the quaint Cheshire town of Wilmslow, a small gathering of Liverpool players at the Italian restaurant Cibo turned into an emotional farewell for their captain, Jordan Henderson. The Liverpool squad had just returned from a nine-day training camp in Germany, and Henderson, who had left the camp five days...
Saudi Arabia and the Premier League: A Collision Course of Values and Power
Lure of Saudi Wealth
In a candid reflection, Jamie Carragher writing in The Telegraph states:
"If I was offered four times my salary to leave Sky Sports and CBS in order to cover the Saudi Pro League, my answer would be no."
There's an undeniable...
"Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former."
Albert Einstein
I’m sitting in the member’s library of the Museum of Literature Ireland as I write this. Take it easy with the eye-roll, reader, it's not what you think. The membership was a thoughtful 50th birthday present from...
Liverpool's Midfield Reboot - Too Late For Moises Caicedo?
In recent times, the footballing world has seen astronomical prices for players become the norm. But what's reasonable and what's ludicrous? A recent debate surrounding Liverpool FC's potential acquisition of Brighton's Moises Caicedo shines a light on this very topic.
Brighton Starlet's Hefty Price Tag
Brighton's midfield marvel,...
Liverpool's Midfield: Saudi Arabia Influencing Change
Liverpool are no strangers to evolution, but the recent transfers seem to be taking things to a whole new level. They're on the brink of saying goodbye to midfield stalwarts who've collectively notched up 1,318 appearances in the famous red jersey.
We've already seen departures, like James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain...
Liverpool's Saudi Windfall: Navigating the Ethical Minefield of Modern Football
The Henderson Transfer Saga
Liverpool fan rage lit ablaze last night following the scathing commentary of Andy Dunn from the Daily Mirror on Jordan Henderson's potential transfer to Al-Ettifaq.
Dunn’s view is unambiguous: “If he joins Al-Ettifaq, the only symbol on the new armband of the man...
