Tactical Analysis

Preview: Liverpool face tricky Nottingham Forest clash

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest – Premier League Preview Date: Friday, 21st November 2025 Venue: Anfield Kick-off: 15:00 BST The international break is over, the table has taken shape, and Liverpool returns to Anfield knowing the margin for error has evaporated. Results are vital now and the odds on the Merseyside club appointing a new head coach are shortening....

Arne Slot urged to make crucial Liverpool decision after recent struggles

Liverpool's Struggles: Pressing, Second Balls, and Midfield Woes Liverpool's poor form in the Premier League this season has left many fans scratching their heads. After a spectacular debut season under Arne Slot, which saw the team lift the Premier League title, this season has been a sharp contrast. With only two wins in their last...

“It’s not his fault!” – Analyst defends Florian Wirtz amid Liverpool struggles

Florian Wirtz's Struggles and Arne Slot's Tactical Dilemma Liverpool's £116m summer signing, Florian Wirtz, has yet to fully showcase the immense potential that led the club to invest heavily in him. Critics have been quick to point out his lack of goals and assists in the Premier League, but according to Michael Reid, a data...

Should Liverpool Target Elliott Anderson to Fix Their Midfield Issues

Would Elliott Anderson Be the Ideal January Catch-Up? Liverpool’s season has drifted into something uncomfortable, something unstructured, and something entirely avoidable. A horrific opening spell, littered with mystifying collapses and a startling lack of control, has left last season’s Premier League champions resembling anything but a coherent elite side. For a club that spent close...

Liverpool star played in new position during international break

Conor Bradley’s Advanced Role with Northern Ireland Sparks Liverpool Tactical Debate International fixtures often reveal more about club futures than national ones, and Conor Bradley’s recent outing for Northern Ireland has prompted renewed discussion about Liverpool’s evolving tactical approach. The 22-year-old’s deployment in a more advanced role may have offered subtle clues about how Arne...

Video Analysis: Slot’s System Crumbles at the Etihad – What Went Wrong

Man City Expose Tactical Gaps in Slot’s System During 3-0 Defeat Liverpool’s trip to the Etihad was billed as a real test of Arne Slot’s tactical framework. After promising victories over Aston Villa and Real Madrid, confidence had been cautiously building around Anfield. Yet, the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City brutally underlined the gulf that...

Pep Guardiola reveals which Liverpool star ‘impressed’ him in Man City defeat

Guardiola’s Verdict After Liverpool’s Setback at Man City Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Liverpool at the Etihad created another significant storyline in a rivalry that continues to shape the Premier League landscape. With Arne Slot attempting to steady the champions after a turbulent run, it was Pep Guardiola who left with clarity, control and a...

Arsene Wenger claims new Liverpool signing ‘destroyed’ midfield

Wenger questions Liverpool’s tactical adjustments Arsène Wenger has raised serious questions over Liverpool’s handling of Florian Wirtz, suggesting the £116 million summer signing has “destroyed” the balance of Arne Slot’s midfield. The German playmaker arrived from Bayer Leverkusen in July after turning down Bayern Munich, with expectations that he would bring creativity and vision to the...

Video Analysis: Slot’s One Liverpool Move That Changed Everything

Changes, Progress and Tactics: How Panenka LFC Broke Down Liverpool’s Masterclass Against Real Madrid In their latest episode, Panenka LFC delivered a passionate and meticulous breakdown of Liverpool’s “best performance of the season,” dissecting how Arne Slot’s side outplayed Real Madrid. From Connor Bradley’s defensive excellence to Alexis Mac Allister’s crucial header, the podcast captured...

Former Premier League manager praises ‘underrated’ Liverpool star

Mac Allister Earns Praise from Jesse Marsch as Liverpool’s Unsung Engine Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has been hailed by Jesse Marsch as one of the most underrated players in world football. The American coach, speaking in an interview with GOAL USA, named the Argentine as a standout figure who rarely receives the recognition his...