Tactics

Daniel Rhodes hosts Lee Scott and Hamzah Khalique-Loonat to look back at the Reds’ superb three-one victory over Manchester City at Anfield, topics include: Any unexpected selections in either line-up? We all know how Liverpool were likely to play, but did Guardiola tweak his tactics against Klopp’s side once again? The fast and furious first fifteen minutes. Any tactics involved in the opening two goals? Who was in control for the rest of the second half? Liverpool dominating after the break. The impact of the substitutions and tactical tweaks. The City ‘barrage’ in the last 20 minutes - how effective was it? Any other business and brief look back at the Genk match?

Daniel Rhodes hosts Hamzah Khalique-Loonat to discuss the league cup victory over Arsenal before Lee Scott joined the pod to focus solely on the win over Spurs last Sunday, topics include: Both teams’ line-ups, and tactical set ups in the league cupWhy it is tough to criticise systemic tactical issues with a group of players who have hardly played together, and at times out of positionA goal bonanzaThe tactical elements of each goal scored and concededShould we expect more from that midfield? The impact of Curtis Jones when he comes on as substituteThe overall influence of OzilThe crazy shin-infused finishLee goes through the Spurs set up, and how they were likely to deal with usThe early goal is vital for game state and tacticsHow well do Liverpool respond? Alexander-Arnold: is he more like Neves, Alves or De Bruyne?Any tactical elements to the goal? How often do we see Henderson getting into the box? Was it a penalty? Did the scoreline flatter Spurs somewhat?

Daniel Rhodes hosts Hamzah Khalique-Loonat and Lee Scott to discuss the draw at Old Trafford and the away win in the group stages of the Champions League against Genk (with a K). Topics include: Solskjaer’s tactical surprise, and Liverpool’s inability to counter it.Is a purely defensive set up what the Old Trafford crowd desire? Is it enough? Is ti still commendable?Jurgen’s tactical switch at half-time.Was it enough, or effective, and did it require a change in players - and the roles - to exploit the passivity of Man Utd?What is the best way to respond to team who cut off four potential creative outlets in your team?What’s the best context for Henderson in midfield?Hamzah’s UniversityTeam UpdatePre-game celebrations about the midfield, and potential of the line-up with Salah back in the front three.How important isthe early goal, and how much did it change the game?The intensity of the Reds’ pressing!Four big chances in total, four goals, a group stage victory away from home - could it have gone any better?Influence, if any, of the substitutes.The Briefest FiveGame Preview in History by Hamzah

Daniel Rhodes hosts Hamzah Khalique-Loonat for a special preview podcast of the next three matches against Manchester United, Genk and Tottenham Hotspur, topics include: With all the international matches and injuries, how predictable are the starting elevens for the game at Old Trafford? Can be expect Man Utd, at home, to sit deep and try to keep the game compact with very few transitions? What are the Red Devils’ key weaknesses? Will Klopp be proactive with the midfield, especially considering many considered it a factor last time we played at Old Trafford and dropped points. How much have we seen of Genk? Who are their biggest threats? How do they set up?Spurs travel to Anfield on Sunday after the Reds have travelled to Manchester and Belgium, will the first two matches drive selection for this one? Or does the fact the league cup follows make it easier for Klopp to stick with his preferred eleven? Why are Spurs struggling so much, and which games have you seen them play? Should OGS and Poch get the sack? Predictions.

Danie lRhodes hosts Lee Scott and Hamzah Khalique-Loonat for a double header looking at the two victories over the past week, topics include:Salzburg:Line-ups for both sides, any surprises?Quick combinations and switches of the play in the first halfSalzburg’s pressing was poor, too many gaps behind the initial press leaving space for Liverpool to exploitGoing through the first three goals, and the tactical elements involvedTheir counterattacks gained more quality after Jesse Marsch switched to a 4-3-1-2 diamond shape after thirty minutes Minamino now played as a number ten behind the strikers Klopp brought on Divock Origi and changed to a 4-2-3-1 formation. Mané played on the right, Firmino as the number ten and Salah as a strikerAfter the fourth goal, Salzburg’s intensity decreased and Liverpool were able to control the game with longer possession spells.LeicesterCity:Expected teams from both sides? Shock to see Lovren and Milner?Liverpool dominate, but how did they manage to be so effective?Discussion around the plethora of chances in the first half and the goal Klopp’s side slightly different out of possessionThe impressive James MilnerWhy couldn’t Rodgers do anything about our control of the game?The equaliser from nowhereWas there a bit of panic from the Reds towards the end of the game?Deserved penalty?

Daniel Rhodes hosts Lee Scott to discuss the hard fought victory over Sheffield United, topics include:Has Klopp now settled on a first team? And is this it? Wilder’s tactical set-up and what he wanted his team to do within the formation.  The Blades restrict Liverpool for the first 30 minutes, with what seemed like relative ease.It was after the 32nd minute that the Reds created two big chances before the end of the first half. Was this a consequence of the tactics or individual ability.Were many of the away side’s problems because of the lack of cover behind Alexander-Arnold?The marauding centre-backs towards the end of the game.How did the substitutions influence the game, from both teams?Brief Champions League preview of the RB Salzberg game.