Liverpool’s Tactical Triumph Against Ipswich: Under Pressure Podcast Analyses Start of The Slot Era
In the latest Under Pressure podcast hosted by Dan Kennett on Anfield Index, Liverpool's performance in their opening game under Arne Slot was dissected with remarkable precision.
Joined by Sport Scientist Simon Brundish and Tactics Analyst at The Times Hamzah Khalique-Loonat, the...
Virgil van Dijk Secures Fourth PFA Honour: A Crucial Liverpool Decision Looms
Consistent Force in PFA Team of the Year
Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool's towering Dutch defender, has once again cemented his status among football’s elite by being named in the PFA Team of the Year for 2024. This marks his fourth inclusion in this prestigious...
Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool Contract: What’s Really Going On?
Liverpool's current dilemma isn't just about retaining talent; it's about defining the club's future. Central to this conversation is the uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah’s contract. As one of the most crucial players in Liverpool's modern history, the question looms: why hasn't a deal been reached yet? This...
Mohamed Salah’s Contract Situation: A Worrying Silence from Liverpool
The uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah's contract situation has been a significant talking point among Liverpool supporters. Despite Salah’s consistent brilliance on the pitch, there has been “no sign” of a new contract offer from the club, as reported by James Pearce in The Athletic. This silence...
Gravenberch Not The Answer for Ruthless Arne Slot
I spent much of the week leading into Ipswich v Liverpool, overseeing implementation works to ensure the Portman Road conference room and media suite were ready for the Tractor Boys return to Premier League action.
Match Day one (in the English top tier) came just fourteen weeks after...
Liverpool 2-0 Ipswich Town: The Premier League Return and Tactical Twists
The excitement of the Premier League is back, and with it, the usual tension, drama, and tactical intrigue. Liverpool’s clash with Ipswich Town marked the return of Premier League football for the Tractor Boys after a 22-year absence. While Liverpool were favourites, Ipswich brought...
Trent Alexander-Arnold: Set to Thrive Under Arne Slot and the Importance of a New Contract
In yesterday's episode of the Media Matters podcast by Anfield Index, David Lynch and Dave Davis discussed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s prospects under Liverpool’s new head coach, Arne Slot. As one of the most dynamic and talented full-backs in world football, Alexander-Arnold...
Trent Alexander-Arnold and His Future with Liverpool: A Tight-Lipped Affair
Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, a cornerstone of the club, has skilfully sidestepped questions about his future amidst swirling transfer rumours. The talented full-back finds himself at a pivotal juncture with his contract set to expire next year, placing him at the centre of speculations about a...
Understanding Dr. Ian Graham’s Influence on Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC’s success over recent years has been widely attributed to their tactical brilliance, excellent recruitment, and of course, data-driven decision-making. One of the key figures behind the scenes has been Dr. Ian Graham, the former Director of Research at Liverpool FC. In a recent podcast on...
Liverpool's Quality Overpowers Ipswich Town Despite Early Resilience: Kieran McKenna's Reflections
Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna faced the harsh realities of Premier League football after his side’s 2-0 defeat to Liverpool at Portman Road. In a game that saw Ipswich compete admirably for the first 45 minutes, the gulf in class became evident as Liverpool...