Massive Win in Stoppage Time: Liverpool Edge Brentford
Liverpool pulled off a critical three-point victory against Brentford in London, a match that was anything but straightforward. With Arsenal’s draw against Aston Villa, Liverpool extended their lead to six points in the Premier League table, with a game in hand against Everton. Playing at 3 pm...
Girona 0 - 1 Liverpool - The CL Postmortem
The atmosphere at the Estadi Montilivi was excitable and expectant in the build-up to this hotly anticipated moment, as European royalty arrived to face off against last season's surprise package, Girona. With an attendance peaking at 14,628, this type of encounter is a huge statement...
Liverpool vs Manchester City: Anticipation Builds Ahead of Anfield Showdown
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated fixtures of the Premier League season as Liverpool prepares to host Manchester City at Anfield. As both clubs head into the crucial December period, this match holds significant implications for the title race. On the...
Manchester City’s Defensive Struggles and Liverpool’s Tactical Mastery: Insights from the Stat Pack Podcast
Manchester City’s Issues and the Upcoming Clash with Liverpool
In the latest episode of the Stat Pack podcast from Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Dr. Phil Barter discussed Manchester City’s ongoing defensive struggles and their implications as they prepare for a crucial...
Liverpool vs Manchester City: Key Stats and Insights Ahead of the Big Clash
Liverpool’s Tactical Shift and Key Players’ Stats
The excitement is palpable as Liverpool gears up for a major showdown with Manchester City at Anfield. After dominating Real Madrid in a memorable Champions League encounter, Liverpool now faces a crucial test against Pep Guardiola's...
What Needs to Change Under Arne Slot
Liverpool have made a brilliant start to the campaign under their new head coach. However, not everything has been perfect, and you wouldn't expect things to be.
Slot is still getting started in his role. He is building his own team while very much using the elements left over...
Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth: Distance Covered Podcast Match Analysis
The recent fixture between Liverpool and Bournemouth provided much to dissect for football analysts and enthusiasts alike. In a conversation between Josh Williams and Dan Kennett on the Distance Covered podcast, both contributors offered in-depth insights into Liverpool’s performance. With a 3-0 victory at Anfield, this episode...
Statistical Analysis: Liverpool's Dominance Over Newcastle
Liverpool's Offensive Mastery
Liverpool's 4-2 win against Newcastle wasn't just a victory; it was a statistical marvel. The game, initially at a stalemate, shifted dramatically in Liverpool's favour with Mohamed Salah's brace, despite a missed penalty.
Exceptional XG and Penalty Box Control
Record-Breaking XG: Liverpool achieved a non-penalty XG of 5.87, one...
Liverpool's Rainy Night Victory: The Reds Claim the Top Spot
The Reds are top of the league…oh…The Reds are top of the league. On a rainy night, delivering everything and showcasing all the good and bad points of this Liverpool 2.0 side, The Reds produced their best attacking display of the season. Eddie Howe, Gary...
Dissecting the Relationship Between xT and Expected Goals
Football analytics has significantly evolved over the past decade, bringing to the forefront a plethora of metrics designed to provide a deeper understanding of a team's performance. Among these, Expected Goals (xG) and Expected Threat (xT) have emerged as two of the most insightful metrics. A recent...
