Reds Unrestricted - a Liverpool F.C. podcast

We delve into the main talking points from the enthralling EFL Cup win over Leicester City - Jurgen Klopp's team selection, Naby Keita's starring performance, Takumi Minamino's mixed night and Joe Gomez's road back to form.With the Leeds game on Boxing Day postponed, it's a shorter podcast than usual. 03:20 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion12:20 - Naby Keita18:30 - Takumi Minamino31:30 - Joe GomezOur panel:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordChloe Bloxam - https://twitter.com/ChloeBloxamIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The first half of this week's episode is business as usual - assessing the performance and raving about the man of the match, in this case Trent Alexander-Arnold. We'll also ponder whether Thiago Alcantara's occasional sloppiness is a concern for Liverpool and whether Chelsea can keep pace with the top two in light of their draw with Everton. But rather than finishing with a preview of the weekend, we instead discuss what the immediate future holds for the Premier League. It's far from guaranteed that the Reds' upcoming fixtures go ahead. Topics:02:20 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion 18:05 - Trent 32:10 - Thiago38:35 - Chelsea 48:55 - The COVID situation Presenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordChloe Bloxam - https://twitter.com/ChloeBloxamGuest:Chris Coughlin - https://twitter.com/ccoughlin1995Intro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The panel sing the praises of Liverpool's centre-back duo after a 2-1 Champions League win at the San Siro. Ibrahima Konate as MOTM, but could it be the last we see of his partner Nat Phillips...We spend additional time previewing the weekend's game here, and that's because Steven Gerrard is coming back to Anfield. It promises to be a somewhat surreal occasion. Topics:2:50 - Three-word match reviews & initial discussion7:45 - Ibrahima Konate13:50 - Nat Phillips 25:45 - Steven Gerrard & Aston VillaPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeChloe Bloxam - https://twitter.com/ChloeBloxamIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Reds Unrestricted panel convene to react to Liverpool's first win at Goodison Park for five years. We'll talk Jordan Henderson's masterclass, Mohamed Salah's place in the LFC GOAT discussion and Diogo Jota's case to be our first-choice CF.And regular listeners will know that we finish up with a preview of the weekend's action. This time it's Wolves. What changes, if any, should Klopp make, and can Liverpool make it five wins on the bounce?Topics:01:45 - Three-word match reviews & initial discussion08:30 - Jordan Henderson16:40 - Mo Salah35:20 - Diogo Jota44:45 - Wolves previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordChloe Bloxam - https://twitter.com/ChloeBloxamIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Dave and Dan welcome new signing Chloe Bloxam onto the podcast to break down the 2-0 win against FC Porto. We marvel at Thiago's wondergoal and consider whether he could prove to be the difference this season. We'll also offer our verdict on Tyler Morton's Champions League debut, Neco Williams' encouraging display and a mixed night for Ibrahima Konate. We then look ahead to the weekend's game against Southampton. As ever, we'll outline our preferred line-ups before giving our score predictions. Topics:01:10 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion10:45 - Thiago's MOTM performance & his importance to Liverpool25:20 - Tyler Morton32:20 - Honourable mentions & slight disappointments41:20 - Southampton previewPanel:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeChloe Bloxam - https://twitter.com/ChloeBloxamIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

We welcome Callum Sanderson back onto the podcast to consider the impact of Michael Edwards' exit and react to Steven Gerrard's PL return. What does he have to do at Villa to show he has what it takes to manage Liverpool?We finish by looking ahead to the Arsenal game, with the Reds aiming to bounce back from their defeat at West Ham. Topics:02:40 - Michael Edwards' departure confirmed09:25 - Steven Gerrard appointed Aston Villa manager22:05 - Arsenal previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Callum Sanderson - https://twitter.com/callumsandersonTeam Kopish - https://www.youtube.com/c/KOPISHIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The panel pick out the star performers from Wednesday's Champions League win against Atletico Madrid and consider what kind of teams Jurgen Klopp should field in the remaining group-stage dead-rubbers. We then look to the weekend and a tough-looking trip to West Ham, sharing our preferred line-ups and score predictions. Should Kostas Tsimikas get the nod over Andy Robertson?Topics:02:15 - Three-word match reviews & initial discussion07:45 - Standout performers17:45 - Selection policy for remaining group games25:15 - West Ham previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Steve Plunkett - https://twitter.com/StePlunkIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Transition sound via zapslat.com

The panel analyse Liverpool's League Cup win at Preston, picking out the star performers and discussing the form of Joe Gomez. We'll then try to decide on the best approach for the quarterfinals. And we finish, as usual, by looking ahead to the weekend. We'll offer our preferred XIs and score predictions for the game against Brighton. 02:00 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion08:30 - Joe Gomez17:40 - Approach for the quarterfinals24:45 - Brighton previewPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Chloe Bloxam - https://twitter.com/ChloeBloxamIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Transition sound via zapslat.com

The panel discuss Liverpool's unconvincing but satisfying Champions League victory against Atletico Madrid. We focus in particular on the Reds' defensive concerns and Naby Keita, who was withdrawn at half time. Then we turn our attention to Sunday's clash with Manchester United. How confident are we feeling, and how should we line-up?Topics:02:40 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion10:20 - Naby Keita15:25 - Liverpool's defending20:50 - Manchester United previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Chris Stonadge - https://twitter.com/ChrisStonadgeIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Transition sound via zapslat.com

In a busy international break episode, we consider how our early meetings with Chelsea and City have affected our title race confidence levels. We'll also discuss Jordan Henderson's struggles and offer our takes on whether Salah really is the best player in the world right now. And then there's a word on the Watford game to finish up.Intro - Newcastle takeover reaction06:45 - Title confidence14:25 - Jordan Henderson19:40 - Mohamed Salah29:30 - WatfordPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Louis Young - https://twitter.com/FrontPostPodIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Dave and Dan are joined by Bubbles from the Goal Diggers podcast to discuss Liverpool's thumping win against Porto. We'll look closely at Curtis Jones, who produced a man of the match display, and Andrew Robertson, whose inclusion might have raised a few eyebrows. We then turn our attention to Sunday's massive clash with Manchester City. How will Liverpool cope with the absence of Trent Alexander-Arnold? Topics:01:50 - Three-word match reviews06:25 - Curtis Jones13:20 - Andy Robertson21:30 - Manchester City previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Bubbles - https://twitter.com/_bubblxsIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Transition sound via zapslat.com

Dave and Dan are joined by This is Anfield's Samuel Cox to reflect on the League Cup win over Norwich City. How much encouragement should we take from the performances of Takumi Minamino and Divock Origi, and how did our young debutants fare?We then turn our attention to Saturday's game against Brentford. As usual, we'll offer our preferred line-ups and score predictions.Topics:02:00 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion10:20 - Takumi Minamino14:25 - Divock Origi19:00 - Gordon, Bradley & Morton21:25 - Brentford previewPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Samuel Cox - https://twitter.com/samuelcoxfutbolIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Dave and Dan are joined by author and Liverpool writer Farrell Keeling to reflect on a thrilling victory against AC Milan. We focus specifically on the outstanding Fabinho, Divock Origi's positive performance and Joe Gomez's return. Then we turn our attentions to Crystal Palace. Is it time for Klopp to field his strongest line-up?Topics:04:20 - Three-word match reviews09:15 - Fabinho13:35 - Divock Origi18:10 - Joe Gomez23:30 - Crystal PalacePresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Farrell Keeling - https://twitter.com/farrellkeelingIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Dave and Dan are joined by Anfield Index founder Gags Tandon for a look at two of the week's transfer stories, the dispute with the Brazilian FA and Sunday's clash with Leeds United. There's also a brief preview of Liverpool's Champions League campaign, which begins next week as AC Milan visit Anfield. Topics:03:50 - Jude Bellingham report11:05 - Patson Daka report19:00 - Champions League preview28:30 - Brazilian FA dispute/Leeds Presenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Gags Tandon - https://twitter.com/GagsTandonIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

With Michael Edwards now set to leave at the end of the season, much of Liverpool's team already peaking and Jurgen Klopp's tenure poised to end in 2024, we ponder if there's a storm brewing at Anfield.Presenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Tom Holmes - https://twitter.com/TomHolmes19Intro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Xherdan Shaqiri has sealed a move to Lyon. How do we reflect on his Liverpool career? Is £9.5million a good price? And does he now need replacing?We'll also briefly look back at the win over Burnley, or more specifically the starring performance of Harvey Elliott. And then, of course, we look ahead to a massive game against Chelsea, which will pit Virgil van Dijk against Romelu Lukaku. Topics:02:30 - Xherdan Shaqiri13:05 - Harvey Elliott18:40 - Chelsea previewPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Jack Gill - https://twitter.com/jacklfcgillIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The panel offer their reaction to the news that Jordan Henderson has agreed a new contract, seemingly bringing a period of uncertainty to an end. Mohamed Salah is the next priority, but how swiftly will that one be tied up?We also revisit the opening-day win over Norwich, offering our verdicts on Virgil van Dijk's comeback and Kostas Tsimikas' full debut. And then it's the Burnley preview. How should Liverpool line-up, and what will the score be?Presenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Andy Wales - https://twitter.com/AndyArmchairTopics:05:40 - Henderson contract11:25 - Salah contract19:00 - Van Dijk comeback26:00 - Tsimikas debut29:00 - Burnley previewIntro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The new Premier League season starts today and this is our preview show. We’re going to look at the reasons to be confident and the reasons to be concerned ahead of this year’s title race, and we’ll also preview Saturday’s opener against Norwich. Topics:00:50 - Being back at Anfield06:05 - Predicting where Liverpool will finish09:50 - The strength of our first XI17:35 - Do we have enough squad depth?28:40 - Are we being underestimated?36:15 - Preferred line-ups and score predictions for NorwichPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Steven Scragg - https://twitter.com/Scraggy_74Intro/outro music:"Newer Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Liverpool are one of four teams with a realistic chance of landing the Premier League title this season. Here we speak to fans of the other three, establishing confidence levels and potential weaknesses. We'll also ask how much they fear Liverpool and what finishing order they're expecting come May. Either side of that, Dan and Dave react to Liverpool's flurry of contract extensions and offer their own assessment of the Reds' main rivals. Topics:04:00 - Chelsea with Jake Stokes12:45 - City with Stephen Tudor 29:40 - United with James Ridge43:05 - Dan & Dave's verdictPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host]: https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford: https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuests:Jake Stokes: https://twitter.com/Jake_StokesStephen Tudor: https://twitter.com/SteTudor123James Ridge: https://twitter.com/JRidge_JournoPSG Unrestricted: https://open.spotify.com/show/17R06lS5NgVnQO1jezKuwE?si=fO83SZurQYKj-imhTJuzXA&dl_branch=1Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/Transition sound via zapslat.com

After one journalist reported this week that Liverpool were unlikely to make further signings, we're joined by expert Mo Chatra for a wide-ranging look at the Reds' finances. We asked Mo whether he's confident the money is there for more additions, whether we should believe the latest promises of a 'big summer' next year and much, much more. Topics:05:25 - Breaking down the Manchester City developments12:55 - The state of Liverpool's finances17:40 - RedBird's investment21:25 - No more signings?29:10 - Committing money to contracts37:40 - A big summer next year?47:10 - Klopp the overachiever Presenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Mo Chatra - https://twitter.com/MoChatraIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Only a couple of months on from Georginio Wijnaldum's departure, Liverpool face another contract stand-off. How big a loss would Jordan Henderson be? How would Jurgen Klopp feel? And what would his departure mean for the already-fragile relationship between the owners and the fanbase?Either side of that debate, we'll offer our reaction to Liverpool's reported interest in Jarrod Bowen and discuss the future of Roberto Firmino, whose contract is also up in 2023. Presenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Aaron Cutler - https://twitter.com/aaron_cutlerIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Injury expert Ben Dinnery joins us to look ahead to Virgil van Dijk's long-awaited return. Ben explains the importance of the decision to sit out the Euros, the risk of recurrence, Van Dijk's prospects of re-capturing his pre-injury form and the psychological battle he faces.We'll also discuss Joe Gomez - is there a danger his career will be plagued by injury? - and the unique case of Joel Matip. Topics:04:55 - General reflection on Liverpool's injury riddled season14:55 - Virgil van Dijk31:20 - Joe Gomez39:10 - Joel MatipPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest: Ben Dinnery - https://twitter.com/BenDinneryIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Freelance goalkeeper analyst John Harrison joins us for a comprehensive look at Alisson after he lost his place in the Brazil side to Ederson.We discuss his handling, sweeping, point-blank keeping and much more before John answers the all-important question. Presenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:John Harrison - https://twitter.com/Jhdharrison1Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

After last week's debate about Liverpool's transfer priorities, we've picked out four players strongly linked to the Reds - Florian Neuhaus, John McGinn, Raphinha and Donyell Malen - for a closer look.Topics:5:30 - Florian Neuhaus12:25 - John McGinn18:50 - Raphinha26:15 - Donyell MalenPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Josh Williams - https://twitter.com/DistanceCoveredIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Liverpool reportedly need to sell players to raise transfer funds, so they may not be able to recruit both a central midfielder and a new forward. With Wijnaldum gone and a mid-season AFCON looming, which is the biggest concern?And if Neco Williams gets his wish to leave, does Liverpool's in-house full-back cover suffice?That's our main focus this week, but we'll also speak to Everton supporter Connor Williams about the imminent appointment of Rafael Benitez and touch on Caomhin Kelleher's new contract.Topics:2:00 - Benitez to Everton9:30 - Biggest priority?35:05 - Williams' potential exit46:05 - New contract for KelleherPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Joanna Durkan - https://twitter.com/JoannaDurkan_Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

With an international tournament upon us, we welcome local social historian Dan Fieldsend on the podcast to consider why a lot of Liverpool fans feel separate from the rest of England.In a wide-ranging discussion, we'll delve into the city's unique politics, the historical roots of 'Scouse not English' and the issue of whether Conservative voters have any place in the fanbase.We'll also praise Jordan Henderson and Jurgen Klopp for upholding the club's values in a period when they've been placed under threat.Presenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Dan Fieldsend - https://twitter.com/danfieldsendIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

After Pep Guardiola regained the Premier League title but fell short in Europe once again, we return to one of English football's most interesting debates - who is the better manager, Pep or Klopp?We'll also assess the Ruben Dias/Virgil van Dijk comparisons, ask what City need to do in the summer and look ahead to what could be a thrilling title battle with Liverpool and Chelsea in 2021/22. Topics:3:15 - Jurgen Klopp vs Pep Guardiola36:00 - Ruben Dias46:55 - The transfer window & next season's title racePresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Tom Young - https://twitter.com/TomYoungSJIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Four rounds, 48 questions on Liverpool's 2020/21 season.The quiz covers stats, injuries (of course), memorable goals and the cup competitions. Play along and see how you do. Presenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuests:Henry Jackson - https://twitter.com/HenryJackson87Adam Doyle - https://twitter.com/AdamDoyleSportIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Liverpool are one win away from Champions League football. We'll look back on a vital victory at Burnley and preview Sunday's season finale against Crystal Palace, revealing our preferred line-ups and score predictions as usual.But for the most part, this episode looks back on the season as a whole.We discuss our picks for unsung hero, goal of the season, performance of the season and, of course, player of the season. Topics:5:00 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion11:10 - Unsung hero award21:15 - Goal of the season award25:50 - Performance of the season award35:30 - Player of the season award48:40 - Crystal Palace previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Dan Morgan - https://twitter.com/dan_morgan3Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

The panel bask in Jurgen Klopp's first away victory against Manchester United, one of Liverpool's best performances all season.After Trent Alexander-Arnold's man-of-the-match display, we consider whether he's been the Reds' best player in the second half of the campaign.We then turn to Mohamed Salah, who once again scored the late breakaway goal to seal the three points. What did we make of his MNF Team of the Season snub, and should Liverpool 'give him whatever he wants' to tie him down?Klopp comes in for praise after two big selection calls paid off.And we finish by casting our eyes to the trip to West Brom, the first of three critical games in seven days. Hear our preferred line-ups and score predictions. Topics:03:45 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion09:30 - Trent Alexander-Arnold15:30 - Mohamed Salah29:15 - Jurgen Klopp's selection calls35:45 - West Brom previewPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Zane - https://twitter.com/zanetalkssportsIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

A four-man Reds Unrestricted panel reacts to the postponement of the Manchester United game. Should their supporters be applauded, and does the new date for the fixture suit Liverpool?We also debate whether Chelsea have a better chance of dethroning Manchester City next season than Liverpool after Thomas Tuchel's side reached the Champions League final.Then we discuss Spirit of Shankly's meeting with Reds CEO Billy Hogan. Are their demands realistic, and how far away are FSG from sparking the kind of protests we've seen at the Emirates and Old Trafford?Finally, attentions turn to Saturday's night meeting with Southampton as we each offer our preferred line-ups and score predictions.Topics:2:00 - Manchester United postponement10:45 - Chelsea25:10 - Hogan meets Spirit of Shankly36:05 - Southampton previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuests:Rory Greenfield - https://twitter.com/RoryGreenfieldJordi Holden - https://twitter.com/j_holden96Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

The panel digest the developments of a week which saw football come perilously close to fracture.We discuss the role played by James Milner & Jurgen Klopp in thwarting the Super League and applaud skipper Jordan Henderson.Then we turn our attention to the villains of the piece - FSG. We're torn on the question of whether there is any way back from here.And amid calls for a points deduction, would a sporting penalty be fair? We round off the episode by looking ahead to the visit of Newcastle United, safe in the knowledge that it means something. Hear our preferred starting line-ups and score predictions.Topics:8:40 - Jurgen Klopp, James Milner & Jordan Henderson18:55 - FSG's future30:20 - Proposed punishments39:00 - Newcastle previewPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Chris Coughlin - https://twitter.com/ccoughlin1995Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

The panel share their feelings on Liverpool's Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid. What positives can be taken from the game?We then discuss Thiago's omission from the starting line-up for both legs, and how that reflects on his performances up to this point. James Milner got the nod instead on Wednesday - has he demonstrated his value to the team?For the final 20 minutes of the podcast, we look forward, predicting how many points Liverpool will collect from their final seven fixtures and whether that will be enough for a top-four finish. Leeds United are up next, and the panel are feeling reasonably confident. Topics:2:55 - Reviewing Real Madrid14:45 - Thiago22:20 - James Milner28:45 - The run-in37:00 - Leeds United previewPresenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:John O'Sullivan - https://twitter.com/NotoriousJOSIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

The panel cover two of the big talking points arising from the hugely disappointing 3-1 loss against Real Madrid - Naby Keita's future and Jurgen Klopp's decision-making.We'll also ask if Andrew Robertson is escaping due criticism at the moment.We finish by previewing the meeting with Aston Villa, 7-2 victors in the infamous reverse fixture. How should the Reds line-up?Topics:2:40 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion10:00 - Keita20:15 - Klopp27:35 - Robertson34:45 - Aston Villa previewPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Callum Sanderson - https://twitter.com/callumsandersonIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

On Thursday, Rik Sharma joined us from Barcelona for an extensive Q&A on Real Madrid.We covered Sergio Ramos' injury, Real's decline since winning three in a row, Zidane's attacking approach and the vulnerability of the Madrid backline. We also focused on stand-out individuals like Karim Benzema, Luka Modric and Casemiro. To finish, we asked Rik for a tentative line-up and score prediction. What kind of tie is he expecting?Presenters:Dan Clubbe [host] - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Rik Sharma - https://twitter.com/riksharma_Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

The panel discuss Liverpool's swoop for Ibrahima Konate, FSG's investment boost, the Champions League reform proposals and Mohamed Salah's intriguing interview with the Spanish press.Then we look ahead to the trip to Arsenal. Should Naby Keita get the nod, and will Liverpool get the better of Mikel Arteta's underachievers? Topics:3:00 - International break reflections7:10 - Konate transfer news20:33 - FSG investment23:18 - A new-look Champions League?29:50 - Mo Salah's comments36:00 - Arsenal preview Presenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Leanne Prescott - https://twitter.com/_lfcleanneIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

A first for the podcast as we have two guests for this week's episode. The first is Blackburn Rovers reporter Jaquob Crooke, who helps us take a closer look at Harvey Elliott's loan spell, his emerging strengths and weaknesses and his Liverpool prospects for 2021/22.And then we bring in David Lynch, a freelance journalist who has previously worked for the club itself and for the London Evening Standard. We get views and insight from David on a whole range of topics, including Georginio Wijnaldum's contract deadlock, Virgil van Dijk's injury, and Liverpool's summer transfer plans.Topics:2:20 - Harvey Elliott20:10 - Wijnaldum's contract27:00 - Van Dijk injury32:40 - Liverpool's summer priorities - forward and CB?45:00 - Spending power assessed Presenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuests:Jaquob Crooke - https://twitter.com/JaquobCDavid Lynch - https://twitter.com/dmlynchIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

With an FA Cup weekend and then an international break, Liverpool face a three-week gap between games? Is this an invaluable rest or a momentum-killer?One of the players remaining on Merseyside is Trent Alexander-Arnold after his shock England omission. Hear the panel's reaction.Then the panel votes on the future of Liverpool's squad players, from Neco Williams to Divock Origi.David & Dan round off the episode with their initial reaction to the Champions League draw.Topics:1:50 - Liverpool's three-week break5:45 - Trent's England snub13:20 - Keep, loan, sell?50:35 - Champions League draw reactionPresenters:David Comerford [host] - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Jack Sear - https://twitter.com/JackSearIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

After Liverpool's impressive return to winning ways against RB Leipzig, the panel discuss the impact of Fabinho's return to midfield, Nathaniel Phillips' outstanding Champions League debut and the Reds' Champions League prospects before previewing Monday night's tricky-looking visit to Wolves.Topics:1:00 - RB Leipzig three-word match reviews5:00 - The performances of Fabinho and Thiago10:30 - Good reason to be optimistic going forward?18:20 - Ode to Nathaniel Phillips29:40 - Looking ahead to the CL draw36:40 - Wolves previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbe [host]David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Hannah Pinnock - https://twitter.com/hannah_pinnockIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Liverpool have fallen from title favourites to European outsiders. Are we running out of sympathy? How much should we criticise Klopp? And how optimistic should we be as we look to next year? We’ll cover all of that before we look ahead to a welcome break from Premier League action in midweek against RB Leipzig. Topics:3:15 - Three-word match reviews and initial discussion8:30 - Running out of sympathy17:45 - Jurgen Klopp31:20 - Will it really be okay next season?41:57 - Leipzig previewPresenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_Comerford [host]Dan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Adam Doyle - https://twitter.com/AdamDoyleSport Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

Roberto Firmino - has he peaked? What role will he play going forward? And will Liverpool be forced into the market for a number nine this summer? Firmino has borne the brunt of the post-derby criticism but the panel also point out that Sadio Mane has undelivered.Then it's onto a more optimistic note, with Diogo Jota and Naby Keita returning from injury to potentially lift the Reds from gloom.We round off the episode, as usual, with our preferred line-ups and predictions for Sunday's trip to doomed Sheffield United.Topics:01:07 - Roberto Firmino debate12:40 - Will Liverpool be forced into the market?22:40 - Is Mane escaping criticism?29:00 - Diogo Jota's return34:35 - Naby Keita available again39:08 - Sheffield United previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Henry Jackson - https://twitter.com/HenryJackson87Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

In this episode, we focus on the rise of Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah’s place in the Liverpool history books. Saturday is derby day of course, and we’ll discuss our pre-match nerves and predictions. Topics:3:50 - Three-word Leipzig match reviews9:25 - Curtis Jones25:45 - Mo Salah39:00 - Merseyside Derby previewPresenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Scott Groom - https://twitter.com/ScottCGroom Intro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

David Comerford and Dan Clubbe are joined by Liverpool fan and Bundesliga journalist Chris Williams to reflect on the collapse at Leicester and learn more about midweek opponents RB Leipzig.The panel weigh in on Ozan Kabak, Alisson and Thiago before Chris fields questions on Dayot Upamecano, Julian Nagelsmann, post-Werner Leipzig and much more.For podcasts about every Premier League club and some of the top clubs in Europe, go to bigheadsmedia.com.Topics:1:05 - Three-word match reviews6:40 - Kabak debut12:15 - Alisson's latest blunder16:30 - Initial Thiago verdict26:10 - Upamecano/Konate28:30 - A blueprint for beating Leipzig31:25 - Adapting to Werner's departure33:35 - Their biggest danger man?36:05 - Mood in the Leipzig camp37:35 - Julian Nagelsmann - future Liverpool manager?41:20 - Preferred line-ups and score predictionsPresenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Chris Williams - https://twitter.com/Chris78WilliamsIntro/outro music:Aerosol of My Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licences/by/3.0/

After a brief look back at the defeat to Brighton, we discuss the extent to which Liverpool’s struggles are down to injuries and where we think the Reds will finish.Then we set out our preferred centre-back partnerships after the addition of Ozan Kabak and Ben Davies before rounding off the episode with a preview of Manchester City's visit to Anfield.For podcasts about every Premier League club and some of the top clubs in Europe, go to bigheadsmedia.comTopics:2:28 - Three-word match reviews6:01 - Is it all injuries?17:25 - Where will Liverpool finish?27:20 - Preferred CB partnerships37:55 - Manchester City previewPresenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Keifer MacDonald - https://twitter.com/KeiferMacdIntro/outro music:Aerosol of my Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

After Liverpool produced a scintillating performance at Tottenham to return to winning ways, we revel in a Trent Alexander-Arnold masterclass.But we also warn the club that it would be outright 'lunacy' not to recruit another centre-back in the closing days of the window after injuries to Fabinho and Joel Matip. Then it's the (delayed) half-season awards and a brief look-ahead to the weekend's trip to West Ham United.For podcasts about every Premier League club and some of the top clubs in Europe, go to bigheadsmedia.com.Topics:1:23 - Three-word match reviews5:48 - Trent Alexander-Arnold masterclass14:35 - The desperate need for a centre-back26:05 - Half-season awards44:07 - West Ham previewPresenters:Dan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeDavid Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordGuest:Ste Carson - https://twitter.com/sjrcarsonIntro/outro music:Aerosol of my Love Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

After Liverpool’s Anfield unbeaten run, which had lasted nearly four years, was ended by Burnley, we try to explain how they’ve gone from a 7-0 win to a four-game scoring drought. We’ll also try and look at the bigger picture of Klopp’s Liverpool before proposing our starting XIs for the FA Cup trip to Manchester United at the weekend. For podcasts about every Premier League team and some of the top clubs in Europe, go to bigheadsmedia.com. Topics:4:15 - Three-word match reviews16:24 - Explaining Liverpool's barren run27:00 - The 20/21 season in perspective44:30 - Manchester United (A) PreviewPresenters:David Comerford - https://twitter.com/Dave_ComerfordDan Clubbe - https://twitter.com/dan_clubbeGuest:Matt Addison - https://twitter.com/MattAddison97 Intro/outro music:Aerosol Of My Love by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7013-aerosol-of-my-loveLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license