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Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast

Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast

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Blood Red: Liverpool left frustrated on return to Wanda as Atleti take advantage

Fresh from defeat at in Liverpool's Champions League last 16 first leg away to Atletico Madrid, Blood Red is here to react. Join Ian Doyle, Paul Gorst and Joel Rabinowitz as they look back on the game, shortly after the full-time whistle in Madrid. Following Saul Niguez's fourth-minute decider the guys discuss the importance of the goal, where the Reds now stand in the tie and how crucial a home second leg could prove to be back at Anfield. We also touch on the antics of Diego Simeone's side, something referenced by Jurgen Klopp in his post-match press conference with the Reds now having a three-week wait before the two sides meet again. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 202014 min

Post-Game: Reds left to fight for Champions League crown after defeat in Wanda

Liverpool's Champions League defence was dealt a blow in the first leg of their knockout tie with Atletico Madrid. Saul Niguez's fourth minute opener enough to see off Jurgen Klopp's champions on the stage they won the tournament last season. Join Guy Clarke as we bring you all the fallout from the Wanda Metropolitano. From out in Madrid we hear from the ECHO's Liverpool correspondent Paul Gorst as well as Jurgen Klopp's press conference. Plus, as always, there's our regular callers who have their say as Matt Whitty, Steve Dawson, Nathan Davidson, Alex Watt and Mark Baker all give their take on the showing out in the Spanish capital. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 202041 min

Road to Istanbul: Reds begin knockout phase with a score to settle

Time to head back 15 years, as we get back on the Road to Istanbul, here on Blood Red. As the Reds get ready to start their knockout phase of the Champions League away to Atletico Madrid, back in 2005, Liverpool welcomed German side Bayer Leverkusen to Anfield. Three years on from being eliminated by the German outfit in the quarter-final stage of the Champions League, Rafa Benitez's side were out to settle a score. Goals from Luis Garcia, John Arne Riise and Dietmar Hamann helped the Reds to a 3-1 win en-route to making it through to the last eight of the tournament. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 18, 202035 min

Press conference: Jurgen Klopp and Trent Alexander-Arnold on Atletico Madrid

Shortly after landing in Madrid, Jurgen Klopp and Trent Alexander-Arnold were whisked away to the Wanda Metropolitano, the scene of Liverpool's sixth European Cup, to preview Tuesday's Champions League last-16 first-leg clash with Atletico Madrid. And you can listen to what the Reds boss and Reds right-back had to say here. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202026 min

Blood Red in Madrid: Wanda return, Simeone v Klopp, and how to set-up v Atletico

Join Paul Gorst, Ian Doyle and Joel Rabinowitz outside the Wanda Metropolitano stadium in Madrid as they look ahead to Liverpool’s Champions League first-leg clash with Atletico Madrid. Our reporters discuss the return to the scene of Liverpool's sixth European Cup, the first meeting between Reds boss Jurgen Klopp and his counterpart Diego Simeome, and whether the latter's Atletico side are as strong as they one were. Also on the agenda is Liverpool's tactics for the last-16 clash before the panel provide their usual score predicitons. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202013 min

Atletico Madrid v Liverpool | Sid Lowe Special |Simeone, Felix, Costa and view from Spain on defending champions

We have a special Blood Red podcast ahead of Liverpool’s return to the Wanda Metropolitano to take on Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Caoimhe O’Neill speaks to leading Spanish football expert and historian Sid Lowe about the last-16 first-leg tie – and much more else besides. Including: What the view is from Spain on this remarkable Liverpool team; the form of one-time reported Jurgen Klopp target Joao Felix; Diego Simeone, and whether the Atletico boss can blunt the most feared frontline in the world, and whether the Argentine will ever end up in the Premier League; Diego Costa’s chances of playing, and, of course, Sid’s prediction for the game. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 202026 min

Post-Game: Holy Grail in sight as magic Mane sends Reds 25 points clear at top

17 straight Premier League victories. 25 points clear at the top of the table. This incredible Liverpool side rolled on with a 1-0 win at Norwich City thanks to a late goal from substitute Sadio Mane. Now the attention turns to the defence of the Champions League and Tuesday’s last-16 first-leg tie at Atletico Madrid. But this podcast is all about what happened this evening at Carrow Road as we get the verdicts of Paul Gorst, Jurgen Klopp, and Reds fans Steve Dawson, Alex Watt, Matt Whitty and Owen Thomas. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 15, 202026 min

Behind Enemy Lines: Reds head to Carrow Road with young Canaries talent ready to fly the nest

With the mid-season break finally over, Liverpool return to Premier League action later on with a trip to Carrow Road to take on Norwich City. Despite sitting bottom of the Premier League table, the Canaries have drawn plenty of plaudits through the course of the season including their early season win over Man City back in September. Join us as Guy Clarke catches up with freelance sports broadcaster Stuart Hodge to get his insight on what is going on at Carrow Road. From Norwich's raft of young talent through to the principles the club sticks to on and off the pitch, we cover all bases, including discussing which individual from the Canaries Liverpool could perhaps look to sign in the summer transfer window. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 15, 202025 min

BREAKING: Man City BANNED from Champions League | What it means for Liverpool

Manchester City have been banned from European club competitions for the next two seasons and fined 30m euros (£25m) – but what could this mean for Liverpool?Kristian Walsh and Paul Wheelock discuss the ramifications of this huge breaking news, for both City and their great rivals Liverpool, and for both this season and next.City, who like the Reds are in the last-16 of the Champions League, have been found to have committed ‘serious breaches’ of financial regulations by UEFA.The Etihad Stadium outfit, managed by Pep Guardiola, have confirmed they will appeal against the decision.City are currently 22 points behind Liverpool at the top of the Premier League after winning the title for the past two seasons. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 20207 min

Blood Red: When does Klopp begin his Liverpool re-build as Anfield gets set for reconstruction

The football is back. After the mid-season break, Liverpool return to action in the Premier League away to Norwich City. The Reds travel to Carrow Road with the opportunity to move 25 points clear at the top of the table. Join the Blood Red podcast as we preview the game, as well as discuss wider issues at Anfield from the Anfield Road stand expansion to the summer transfer window. Connor Dunn, Ian Doyle, Paul Gorst and Theo Squires talk through the big talking points including how much work the Reds may have to do in the summer transfer window. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 202038 min

Press conference: Jurgen Klopp on Mohamed Salah going to the Olympics? 250 games in and Milner and Mane to return

As Liverpool prepare to return to Premier League action, Jurgen Klopp has been holding his regular pre-match press conference. Ahead of the trip to Norwich City, the manager was asked about the possibility of Mohamed Salah playing in the Olympics with Egypt, the difference between the title race in the Premier League or Bundesliga as well as his thoughts on Norwich. With Saturday's game also marking his 250th in charge of the Reds, Klopp looks back on his 249 matches in charge of Liverpool and is asked for his favourite moment. Klopp also gives the latest injury update on both Sadio Mane and James Milner. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 202018 min

The Agenda: Sancho and Werner links scrutinised | Do the Reds need major investment in the summer window?

With speculation mounting over reported moves for Bundesliga-based duo Jadon Sancho and Timo Werner, The Agenda is back to discuss any potential moves. Join Connor Dunn and Caoimhe O'Neill as they look into any moves Liverpool may look to make for either Sancho or Werner. With Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane certain to be away during next season at the African Cup of Nations, the rumour mill has gone into overdrive as to whether or not the Reds need to bolster their attacking options in the summer. As well as discussing these two moves in depth, we move on to the wider issue of the transfer window and how active Jurgen Klopp could be in the summer market. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 202013 min

Music, Madrid and beers with Klopp | Jamie Webster’s incredible story

His music, Madrid, beers with Jurgen Klopp – this is a must-listen with singer-songwriter Jamie Webster, whose version of Allez Allez Allez has been the soundtrack to Liverpool’s march to glory. Jamie popped into the Liverpool ECHO’s studio on Wednesday to speak to Paul Wheelock about his new single Living for Yesterday, the success of his debut release Weekend in Paradise, rubbing shoulders with his musical heroes like John Power, and the brilliant story about how he met his record-label boss. But as good as that story is, it doesn’t compare to Jamie’s memoirs of Madrid, as he recalls the emotion of playing the fan park to thousands of Reds, to dashing over to the Wanda Metropolitano for the Champions League final itself, and then playing the team’s official after-party, where he had a memorable encounter with Klopp. There’s more Klopp talk before Jamie reveals the details of a big hometown show, later this year. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 202039 min

Analysing Anfield: The Norwich player Liverpool need – and sussing out Simeone’s Atletico

Join Kristian Walsh and Josh Williams as they discuss all the latest Liverpool news and stories from an analytical stand-point, including the Norwich City man that could - or even should - be a transfer target for Jurgen Klopp over the summer. They speak about the game against the Canaries more generally, including why the Reds should be confident, but why there might not be a huge margin in the scoreline, before moving onto the Champions League tie with Atletico Madrid. The strengths and weaknesses of Diego Simeone's side are dissected, before Kristian puts forward his bold prediction for the first leg. Enjoy! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 12, 202049 min

Allez Les Rouges: Norwich, Atletico, Coutinho and was Leicester on Boxing Day better than Forest in '88

The Allez Les Rouges podcast is back, with plenty of topics on the agenda for Peter Hooton and his guests, Ste Monaghan, John Nicolson and Gerard Miles, to discuss. The chat begins with a look ahead to Norwich City as Premier League action returns this weekend, before the panel discuss the Champions League last-16 tie with Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano. Up next is Philippe Coutinho, and whether a return to Liverpool is on the cards, before Peter and Co make comparisons between the great teams of the 70s and 80s, and today's current crop. And there's also talk about what can be done with the FA Cup in order to rejuvenate an increasingly outdated competition. Enjoy! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 202041 min

Blood Red: Kylian Mbappe, Philippe Coutinho, the Champions League and much more

Liverpool might be in the middle of their winter break, but there is no stopping the Blood Red podcast. After the Reds had a rest over the weekend, not playing until next week when they travel to Norwich City, we asked you for your questions for the panel - and you duly delivered. With a range of topics covered, from Philippe Coutinho, Jadon Sancho and Kai Havertz potentially being signed to the remainder of the season, the Champions League and much more, there really is something for everyone. Will Virgil van Dijk be handed a new deal in the summer? Could Timo Werner be a likely transfer target? And is it realistic for #Mbappe2020 to come true? It's all covered right here. Enjoy! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 10, 202040 min

The Agenda: Man City fall victim to Storm Ciara - but what impact does it have on Liverpool's title bid?

With Storm Ciara creating havoc in the Premier League, with Man City's home game with West Ham United postponed due to the severe weather, we're hear to talk through the impact it could have on Liverpool's Premier League title bid. Sitting 22 points clear at the top of the table, Jurgen Klopp's Reds could open up a 25 point lead by the next time City take to the field in the Premier League. So does it alter when and where the Reds could wrap up their first league title in 30 years? Join Guy Clarke and Joel Rabinowitz as they discuss what difference it could have - and where it is most likely Liverpool will secure their 19th league title. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 9, 202013 min

Alisson: The Complete Keeper | Insight and opinion into what's made the Liverpool No 1 the world's best

Alisson Becker has become the best goalkeeper in the world since arriving at Liverpool - and it is no coincidence that he is already a Champions League winner and will soon have collected a Premier League medal, too. Under Jurgen Klopp, the 27-year-old has established himself as a genuine superstar. And in this special podcast, Guy Clarke speaks to former Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland, ex-Wolves No 1 and now-Sky Sports pundit Matt Murray, the Liverpool ECHO's chief LFC writer Ian Doyle, and Italian football expert John Solano, who watched Alisson closely during his time in Serie A with Roma. Together, they provide the inside story of the brilliant Brazilian's rise. With tales from the training ground, goalkeeping secrets uncovered, and details on how Alisson has trod new ground, it's a brilliant listen. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 8, 202028 min

BREAKING: Adam Lallana to leave Liverpool in the summer

Adam Lallana is preparing to leave Liverpool. Lallana's contract runs out in the summer and the Liverpool ECHO understands the Reds are not in discussions with the 31-year-old midfielder over fresh terms. That comes down to Lallana's desire for regular first-team football. Connor Dunn and Kristian Walsh react to this breaking news story. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 7, 20206 min

Poetry in Motion: Liverpool's winning 'stench' and why Jordan Henderson is the best midfielder in the world

With 24 wins from 25 in the Premier League this season, things cannot get much better for Liverpool FC. In this latest episode, Neil Fitzmaurice is joined by Caoimhe O’Neill and Joe Rimmer to talk Southampton, Shrewsbury, Jurgen Klopp, potential invincibility and plenty more including the form of Alisson Becker in goal for the Reds too. With the title edging closer to being confirmed, the trio are in good spirits as they discuss all the latest Reds talking points, with a big claim made about Jordan Henderson. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 7, 202051 min

Analysing Anfield: The crazy extent of Liverpool's overperformance and which Red should be PFA Player of the Year?

The latest edition of the Analysing Anfield podcast is in, with Josh Williams and David Alexander-Hughes taking a tactical and analytical look at all things LFC. The talk began with a look back at the resounding win over Southampton, before it moved on to how the Reds are massively outperforming their expected number of points based on the statistics. The lads also discuss the Liverpool stars who are among the favourites for the PFA Player of the Year award, with six of Jurgen Klopp's players among the contenders, and Trent Alexander-Arnold looking nailed on for the Young Player of the Year accolade. Enjoy! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 202048 min

BREAKING: Premier League change dates for summer transfer window

With the Premier League clubs voting to change the dates of the summer transfer window, we're here with immediate reaction to the decision. Connor Dunn and Ollie Connolly look back on how the altered dates for the previous two summers, how it has effected the Premier League and Liverpool and how the change back to a window closing on 1st September will work. From the initial reasoning for the change of dates to the forward planning into transfers there's plenty of bases covered. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 202011 min

Blood Red: Curtis and the kids show their class as Reds begin march towards history

With progression through to the FA Cup Fifth Round after seeing off Shrewsbury Town at Anfield on Tuesday night, the Blood Red podcast is here slightly earlier than usual to react to the win. Join Guy Clarke, Matt Addison, Theo Squires and Dan Kay as they reflect on the historic win against Shrewsbury at Anfield. From Curtis Jones becoming the youngest ever Reds captain to the performance of the likes of Pedro Chirivella and Neco Williams, there is plenty of ground covered. There's also talk on the role played by Neil Critchley in the win and how seriously Jurgen Klopp could now take the FA Cup with Chelsea up next at Stamford Bridge in the Fifth Round. To end things off, the panel also discuss the winter break and the possibility of Liverpool returning from their break to try and sweep the board and win every competition they remain in. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 5, 202037 min

Post-Game: Kop kids Cup heroics see Shrewsbury beaten on night to remember

19 years, 102 days. That the average age of the Liverpool starting XI against Shrewsbury Town for the FA Cup Fourth Round replay at Anfield as the Reds booked a place in the Fifth Round. Join Guy Clarke for the Post-Game podcast as we bring you all the reaction you need to a historic night in front of the Kop. With Neil Critchley in charge, his young squad saw off League One side Shrewsbury Town to set up a Fifth Round tie with Chelsea. Listen in for Critchley's post-match press conference, including his thoughts on James Milner's attendance at the game and what Jurgen Klopp has had to say. As well as that, the ECHO's Chief LFC writer, Ian Doyle delivers his verdict and our LFC regular contributors Sam Planche and Ross Strachan both have their say, plus what's being said in the Blood Red Podcast Facebook group. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 5, 202029 min

The Academy Show: Shrewsbury show-time for Liverpool's young guns with Curtis Jones set to lead the way

Tonight with Liverpool's first team squad away on their mid-season break, Neil Critchley's youngsters will get chance to demonstrate their skills on the Anfield stage against League One Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup. Having been held 2-2 in the initial tie, the replay will see a number of youngsters handed a first team opportunity. Join Guy Clarke and Matt Addison as they preview the game, talking about all the latest news out of the academy for the U18s as they continue their title charge, while the bulk of the U23s will make up the team to face Shrewsbury. Away from Anfield, they also talk about how Rhian Brewster's loan spell is going at Swansea City as well as discussing the other players currently plying their trade away from Liverpool. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 4, 202039 min

Blood Red: Saints sent marching, Pep's title admission and opportunity knocks in the Cup

A resounding win over Southampton, Pep Guardiola's recent behaviour and a look ahead to the Anfield FA Cup replay with Shrewsbury Town: it's all discussed in the latest Blood Red Podcast. Host Dan Kay is joined by Blood Red regulars Ian Doyle, Sean Bradbury and Matt Addison, with plenty of reasons to be cheerful for Reds fans. As well as dissecting the victory over the Saints, the panel look ahead to Tuesday night's clash, talking through the players to keep an eye out for, Neil Critchley's impressive press conference, and why Anfield regulars will have a different experience than usual. Team line-ups are then selected and predictions for the match are made, with plenty of positivity. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 3, 202039 min

Press conference: Neil Critchley on advice from Jurgen Klopp, Curtis Jones cup heroics and what to expect from youngsters against Shrewsbury

Ahead of the FA Cup Fourth Round replay with Shrewsbury Town at Anfield, Neil Critchley has been speaking to the media. In place of Jurgen Klopp, who like the first team will be away on a mid-season break, Critchley was quizzed ahead of the opportunity for his young side at Anfield. Critchley was asked about what it'll mean to be in charge of a game at Anfield, as well as Klopp's involvement and words of encouragement too. Onto the game and the U23s boss spoke about the identity he wants to see his side play with, how they won't be overawed playing against experienced EFL opposition in the form of Shrewsbury and how much responsibility will be on the shoulders of Curtis Jones. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 3, 202015 min

Post-Game: Henderson, Salah and Firmino star as incredible Liverpool go 22 points clear at the top

22 points clear at the top. 24 wins from 25 Premier League games... it’s getting harder to find the superlatives to describe this Liverpool team. But we will do our best on your latest Post-Game podcast. Join Paul Wheelock as we get the reaction from the dugout, courtesy of Jurgen Klopp's after-match press conference, and the stands, with eight of our regular fan callers. But we start at Anfield, with the verdict from the press box, courtesy of the Liverpool ECHO’s Liverpool FC correspondent, Paul Gorst. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 1, 202046 min

Analysing Anfield Special: The 10 signings Liverpool could have made in the January transfer window

The January transfer window has closed and, as expected, Liverpool opted against adding to the signing of Takumi Minamino. But elsewhere across England and Europe, some very interesting deals have taken place. And in this special edition of Analysing Anfield, Kristian Walsh, Josh Williams and David Alexander Hughes pick out the best 10 transfers of the window, all of which they believe, in some way or another, could have attracted the interest of the world and European champions. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 1, 202031 min

Blood Red: Deadline days past and present - and the return of Danny Ings

Deadline day, Danny Ings and Southampton, and the form of Joe Gomez, Alisson and Jordan Henderson dominate talk on the Blood Red podcast. Paul Gorst, Theo Squires, Matt Addison and host Joe Rimmer also pick Liverpool's best last-minute January transfer window signings, discuss the stark contrast between the Reds and Manchester United in the market, and give their usual line-up and score predictions. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 202031 min

Press conference: Klopp on transfer strategy, delight for Danny Ings and pre-Southampton injury update

Transfer deadline day is upon us as we hear from Jurgen Klopp, who's been holding his pre-match press conference ahead of Southampton's visit to Anfield. On the agenda for Klopp, of course are transfers as he admits that Liverpool will be quiet on deadline day with no movement expected in or out. Aside from that Klopp though reveals just how Liverpool's transfer dealings work, explaining while no deals are imminent that the Reds are "constantly" in talks. Away from transfers the manager speaks about Danny Ings and his delight at seeing the former Liverpool forward bounce back from injury to shine at Southampton, before giving an update on the injury list ahead of the match. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 202020 min

Allez Les Rouges: Liverpool aren’t lucky and FA Cup debate with Accrington Stanley boss John Coleman

With the story of the week centring around Jurgen Klopp’s decision not to take charge of Liverpool for the FA Cup Fourth Round replay with Shrewsbury Town, Allez Les Rouges are here to weigh in with their say. Peter Hooton is joined by Accrington Stanley manager John Coleman, John Nicholson and Gerrard Miles for a lively debate, full of opinion, on the standing of the FA Cup. With Accrington Stanley owner Andy Holt having championed the cause of the EFL clubs earlier in the week, Coleman has his say on whether or not replays should continue, with an interesting alternative put forward. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 202043 min

Analysing Anfield: Liverpool’s silent assassin coming to the fore as a former Red return to Anfield

Plaudits as always will find their way to Mohamed Salah, having scored during Wednesday night’s 2-0 win against West Ham United, but perhaps it’s time to talk about Roberto Firmino. Join Josh Williams and David Hughes as they rule an analytical eye over the Reds latest Premier League showings against Wolves and West Ham. From discussing whether or not Adama Traore would be a suitable fit at Anfield to Firmino’s excellence in the win at Molineux the lads then try something new, reviewing the West Ham game purely through statistical information. After all that we look ahead to the visit of Southampton with Danny Ings set to return to Anfield for the Saints. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 30, 202047 min

Post-Game: Liverpool go 19 points clear at top of Premier League as title number 19 comes ever closer

Liverpool saw off West Ham with a routine 2-0 win down at the London Stadium to head 19 points clear at the top of the Premier League. Mohamed Salah's penalty, added to by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain set the Reds on their way to victory down in the capital. Join Guy Clarke as we bring you all the reaction from the Reds 23rd win of the season from 24 games played. You'll hear from Jurgen Klopp's press conference with a fresh injury doubt for the Reds ahead of the return to Anfield, the ECHO's Liverpool correspondent Paul Gorst has his say as well as a number of Reds fans in our Blood Red podcast Facebook group, plus regular contributors Ross Strachan, Sam Planche and Steve Dawson all phone in to have their say on the action. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 29, 202034 min

Behind Enemy Lines: West Ham United, a club in trouble, on and off the field

You only have to take one look at the Premier League table to see that West Ham United are in a bit of bother. But it's only after listening to Sam Inkersole that you realise just how much trouble the Hammers are in, both on and off the field. Sam covers West Ham for Football.London and, speaking to Paul Wheelock, he paints the picture of a club sleepwalking toward relegation and underlines just what a job David Moyes has on his hands at the London Stadium. But equally Sam says it would also be typically West Ham if they pulled off the shock of the season and became the first side to beat Liverpool this evening. We're not so sure about that. But we're pretty sure you’ll enjoy this next 20 minutes or so as Sam gives us a fascinating insight into what’s going on at the Hammers. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 29, 202015 min

Press conference: 'Things have to change' - Jurgen Klopp explains controversial FA Cup stance

Jurgen Klopp was back in front of the media at Melwood today. It was supposed to preview Liverpool's trip to West Ham United on Wednesday night. But inevitably, it focused on Klopp's opinion-splitting decision to remove himself and his first-team players from the Reds' forthcoming FA Cup replay at home to Shrewsbury Town. It's a very interesting listen. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 202023 min

The view from Japan on Takumi Minamino and what kind of player Liverpool fans can look forward to

We don’t know if you’ve seen it, but there’s brilliant footage on our Blood Red YouTube channel of members of the Official Liverpool Supporters Club in Japan watching Takumi Minamino’s Reds debut together. If not, you can watch it by clicking HERE. And after we uploaded that, the club got in touch with the Liverpool ECHO to see if we’d like to record a podcast about Minamino signing for Liverpool and the impact of the deal in Japan. Naturally, we were more than happy to oblige, and at 3.15pm on Monday afternoon in Liverpool – and 12.15am in Japan – Paul Wheelock picked up the phone to Yumiko Tamaru, who is the secretary of the Official Liverpool Supporters Club in Japan. Enjoy – and we'll be back soon with Jurgen Klopp's pre-West Ham United press conference. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 202012 min

Blood Red: Jurgen Klopp's FA Cup stance splits opinion as Shrewsbury earn Anfield replay

Hot on the heels of the 2-2 draw at Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup fourth round, the Blood Red podcast is here with all the fallout. After Jurgen Klopp openly told the media following the draw neither he nor his first team will feature in the replay at Anfield, there is plenty to get stuck into. Connor Dunn is joined by Ian Doyle, Theo Squires and Matt Addison as they all have their say on the manager's post-match comments. Is Klopp right to continue with his plans to give his squad a 'winter break'? Should the finger be pointed at the authorities for the scheduling of the break and does it respect the traditions of the competition? With all of that, it's hard to forget the Reds are back in Premier League action on Wednesday night at West Ham United. We preview that one and bring you the usual team selections and match predictions. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 27, 202040 min

Post-Game: Reds squander two-goal lead to send Shrewsbury to Anfield for replay - but will Jurgen Klopp be there?

Two second half strikes from substitute Jason Cummings gives Liverpool a headache they could've done without. The two sides now set for a FA Cup Fourth Round replay at Anfield, during what was planned to be the winter break for Premier League sides. Join Guy Clarke as we bring you all the reaction you need from the 2-2 draw with Shrewsbury Town. Jurgen Klopp gives his views on the replay, and whether or not he'll be there to take charge of the side, the ECHO's Liverpool correspondent Paul Gorst has his say on the result as do our regular contributors Matt Whitty, Owen Thomas, Ross Strachan and Mark Baker. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 202028 min

Behind Enemy Lines: Trent's mate, an avenging Evertonian, and a club and town buzzing with excitement

No matter what team Jurgen Klopp names at New Meadow today, Liverpool will be favourites to progress to the last 16 of the FA Cup. But as we’ll find out over the course of this podcast, games like these are no strangers to Shrewsbury Town, and there will be certain members of their squad who will be particularly fired up. Another person who cannot wait for the match is Lewis Cox, the Shrewsbury Town reporter for the Shropshire Star, and also a huge Liverpool fan, who you may have seen posting from time to time in the Blood Red podcast group Facebook page (click HERE to join). Paul Wheelock had the pleasure of speaking to Lewis toward the end of what has been a very busy week which has seen him talk to Virgil van Dijk, Neco Williams and John Barnes, who was part of the last Liverpool team to take on Shrewsbury. And you can find out how all that went, and more, over these next 20 minutes. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 202023 min

Charlie Adam talks Jordan Henderson, playing for Sir Kenny Dalglish and what it'd mean to see the Reds lift elusive league title

Join us on Blood Red as we check in with former Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam as he talks about his time at Anfield, his former Reds team-mates and what he makes of Jurgen Klopp's side. Having arrived in the summer of 2011, during the same transfer window as Jordan Henderson, the Scot tells Guy Clarke about how proud he is to have played for the club and gives his take on how a young Henderson has transformed into the captain of the European and World champions. There's also a sneaky tale of how Adam tried to convince former club Stoke City into signing one of Klopp's starting XI before he made the move to Anfield. All that and much more besides. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 25, 202019 min

Blood Red: Salah conundrum for Klopp as pack ready to rotate for FA Cup outing

Goalscorer against Manchester United to leading the line away at Wolves, Mohamed Salah as usual in centre of attention. Join the latest Blood Red podcast with Connor Dunn, Ian Doyle, Paul Gorst and the ECHO’s Shrewsbury Tiwb-supporting Joe Thomas as they get their teeth into the latest LFC talking points. Hot on the agenda is Salah’s role after Sadio Mane was withdrawn through injury at Molineux with the Egyptian missing chances before Roberto Firmino grabbed the winner. Takumi Minamino's Premier League debut is analysed too after he came on for the injured Mane. As well as that, of course, with Shrewsbury to come in the FA Cup, there’s a full preview on what the Reds should expect. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 24, 202048 min

Press conference: Jurgen Klopp emphatic response to 'inevitable' title win ahead of taking on Shrewsbury in FA Cup

Jurgen Klopp has been in front of the media once again, this time ahead of the weekend's FA Cup Fourth Round tie with Shrewsbury Town. Less than 24 hours on from the win over Wolves at Molineux he was asked about the inevitability of Liverpool winning the Premier League title before giving an injury update on Sadio Mane who was forced off at Molineux. Having given a number of youngsters their chance to impress in the Third Round win over Everton at Anfield, Klopp speaking about the likelihood of making changes with Dejan Lovren and Naby Keita both pushing for returns from injury. Aside from looking ahead to the match, Klopp also praises the start Takumi Minamino has made to his Liverpool career having made his Premier League debut at Wolves on Thursday night. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 24, 20208 min

Post-Game: Henderson-inspired Reds rally to see off determined Wolves side at Molineux as Bobby Firmino comes up with the winner

Not the most routine of wins, but the Reds got the job done. Roberto Firmino striking in the final 10 minutes of the match to see of Wolves, who levelled in the second half through Raul Jimenez cancelling out Jordan Henderson's first half opener. Join Guy Clarke as we bring you all the fallout you need from Molineux. Ian Doyle and Paul Gorst are on hand to share their thoughts on the win, and how important it could be for Liverpool as they re-establish their 16-point lead at the top of the Premier League. Jurgen Klopp's press conference is also here for you as he's asked about the injury that forced Sadio Mane off allowing Takumi Minamino to make his Premier League debut. Plus we hear the thoughts of jubilant Reds as Liverpool's unbeaten run continues. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 24, 202026 min

Behind Enemy Lines: Cauldron atmosphere awaits Klopp's Reds at Molineux as Nuno's Wolves look to level a score

Liverpool head to Wolves this evening to face Nuno Espirito Santo's side less than a month on from the VAR laden game at Anfield. Ahead of the visit to Molineux join Guy Clarke as he gets the inside track on Wolves with their former goalkeeper Matt Murray. From the way in which Wolves have adapted to the Premier League, in just their second season back in the top flight, to the former Liverpool youth graduate leading their charge both at home and in the Europa League. Murray explains the way in which Wolves have gone about their work, especially in the transfer market, what the ambition is going forward at Molineux and how having been successful against the rest of the 'top six' why Wolves are desperate to get one over on Liverpool. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 23, 202029 min

Analysing Anfield: van Dijk the defensive GOAT as Liverpool's corner kings strike again

With Liverpool in full-flow, we're got a packed Analysing Anfield coming your way. Join Josh Williams and David Hughes as they review the win over Manchester United at Anfield and preview the Premier League trips to Wolves and West Ham. High up on the agenda, is the impact of Virgil van Dijk as Josh highlights his standing in the game and what he brings to Jurgen Klopp's side. After Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spoke about Liverpool's direct play, the guys delve into the data as well as discussing the importance and variation to the Reds' corners with van Dijk of course finding the back of the net against Man Utd. Looking ahead to Wolves and West Ham, their strengths and weaknesses are both highlighted with Molineux being one factor discussed ahead of Thursday night's game, before taking on David Moyes' Hammers next week. To finish, your questions are answered by the guys. Enjoy! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 22, 20201h 1m

Press conference: Klopp gives injury update on Lovren, Shaqiri transfer latest and Oxlade-Chamberlain frustration claims

Jurgen Klopp has been holding his regular pre-match press conference ahead of taking on Wolves on Thursday night in the Premier League. To start with Klopp was asked about the latest on his team news with Dejan Lovren, James Milner, Naby Keita and Xherdan Shaqiri's availability all discussed. Sticking with Shaqiri and the German dismissed any rumours linking the Switzerland international with a move away from Anfield this month. On the fitness front, the manager speaks about when Fabinho could be likely to return to the starting XI before giving his take on any suggestions Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is getting frustrated after being subbed off against Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 22, 202014 min

Transfer talk: Mbappe rumours intensify, Werner links continue and will Shaqiri leave in January?

With just 10 days remaining of the January transfer window, join Guy Clarke and Paul Gorst as they discuss the latest Liverpool-related transfer rumours. Following on from Kylian Mbappe's interview with the BBC, we discuss the possibility and crucially probability of Liverpool making a move for the World Cup winner before switching attention to other targets. Jadon Sancho, like Mbappe has been heavily linked with a move to Anfield so also comes into the conversation before discussing whether or not German international Timo Werner could leave RB Leipzig for the Reds. Having looked at the possible incomings, Xherdan Shaqiri's name is brought up with both AS Roma and Sevilla making a move for the Liverpool forward. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 21, 202014 min

Blood Red: Liverpool are bound for the title - and how good it will be to see Jordan Henderson lift it

Join Ian Doyle, Joe Rimmer, Theo Squires and host Connor Dunn for your must-listen Monday Blood Red podcast as they look back on Liverpool's huge 2-0 win over Manchester United. It's a win that has left even the most cautious of supporters believing that this incredible Reds side are bound for their first league title since 1990. And it's fast becoming clear just how important the oft-unheralded midfield are to Jurgen Klopp. Captain Jordan Henderson and Gini Wijnaldum come in for particular praise before the panel rubbish moans about the standard of the Premier League. There's also talk on Rhian Brewster and Liverpool's thriving academy before the focus shifts to Thursday's trip to Molineux to take on Wolves. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 20, 202055 min

Post-Game: van Dijk and Salah step forward to send Reds 30-points clear of United and 16 -points clear at the top of the league

"We're going to win the league" rang around Anfield as Salah stroked in Liverpool's second to see of Manchester United at Anfield. A momentous evening in the title race as Liverpool move 16 points clear at the top, with a game in hand. Join Guy Clarke for the latest Post-Game podcast as we bring you all the reaction and fallout from the win over Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United. Hear Jurgen Klopp's thoughts in his post-match press conference, the verdict of the ECHO's Liverpool correspondent Paul Gorst and Liverpool fans react too as the Reds make it 21 wins from 22 in the Premier League. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 19, 202051 min