Liverpool beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final, securing a historic 1-0 win in extra time. This match will be etched in the annals of football history as a display of sheer determination, tactical prowess, and individual brilliance. In this article, we delve into the thrilling encounter at Wembley, dissecting key moments, tactics, and the impact on both teams’ seasons. Whether you’re...
The year 2021 saw perhaps the most controversial departure yet, with Georginio Wijnaldum, a key contributor to the Premier League and Champions League winning sides — leaving for nothing and heading to PSG. Wijnaldum wanted to stay at Anfield in his eyes, but he did not receive the kind of contract offer that reflected his contribution (ECHO). More amicable was the departure of Divock Origi last...
ürgen Klopp believes Liverpool should be awarded three points if their game at Old Trafford on Monday is abandoned because of protests against Manchester United’s owners, as happened 15 months ago. Liverpool’s visit to Old Trafford was postponed in May 2021 when United fans entered the stadium, closed at the time because of the pandemic, during protests against the Glazer family. The game was...
The Spanish international is an accomplished ball-winner, a thoroughly strong dribbler through the lines and works non-stop with clever positional work – an all-round world-class performer in both halves of the pitch. He is to be added to the squad which already boasts a title-winning team, with a midfield now adding a little extra guile to the industry and match-dominating platform which it...
Dangerous crushes formed as a result of access issues and many fans were tear-gassed or pepper-sprayed by police. Some of Klopp’s relatives experienced the trouble first-hand, but they did not tell the German until afterwards. “I met only a few (people) who were lucky,” Klopp told the club’s website. “All the rest I met – my family included – had massive struggles outside. I think it is clear it...
After a long wait – and a winter disappointment – Klopp has finally got his man as Carvalho joins Liverpool from Fulham in a deal worth £7.7 million. He was the first of three signings at Anfield this summer, but the last to be officially unveiled as the 19-year-old underwent media duties at the AXA Training Centre this weekend. Carvalho will be one of the first players to report back for pre...
Prior to their flareup on the touchline, Klopp and Arteta were watching a flat game play out at Anfield, bar a battling display from Mane. It was Mane’s challenge near the technical area that spurred the Arsenal manager into action, and his protests towards the referee drew the ire of Klopp as a spat developed. Both managers were booked, and the Liverpool players and fans were brought into life...
Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konaté has received his first call-up to the senior France squad. An injury to Raphaël Varane created a vacancy, and Didier Deschamps has looked to the Parisian to fill it. For Konaté, this is deserved recognition after a mightily impressive debut season at Anfield. But if he gets an opportunity, and makes an impression in France’s upcoming Nations League fixtures...
WHEN Jurgen Klopp signed a new deal at Liverpool, he knew he would have an increasing influence off the pitch. Sporting director Michael Edwards has left the club and although his deputy Julian Ward is stepping up, expect Klopp to have more control. The German, 54, agreed an extension until 2026 in the knowledge players such as Sadio Mane, Joe Gomez and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain were pushing to...