Steven Gerrard unfortunately didn’t make the starting lineup, but was present on the bench. Aly Cissokho was recalled at left back with Daniel Agger retaining his place in central defence alongside the stalwart Martin Skrtel. Iago Aspas was introduced to
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Match Report: Chelsea vs Liverpool (29.12.13) L 2-1
Liverpool adjusted their defence: Mamadou Sakho moved out to left back and Daniel Agger came in at centre back, Aly Cissokho losing his place and dropping down to the bench. Martin Skrtel and Glen Johnson retained their defensive positions. I
Continue readingMatch Report: Manchester City vs Liverpool (26.12.13) L 2-1
For Liverpool, the lineup was forced into making one change from its successful one in recent matches. Jon Flanagan didn’t make his fitness test and the talented young left back was replaced by Aly Cissokho. The game was lively from
Continue readingMatch Report: Tottenham vs Liverpool (15.12.13) W 0-5
Luis Suarez led the team out with the responsibilities of the captain’s armband. It is a big game for us today and we need our star man to step up to the occasion. Liverpool began the game well, giving as
Continue readingMatch Report: Liverpool vs West Ham (07.12.13) W 4-1
Man Of The Match:Â Prior to the whistle there was a tribute to Nelson Mandela. Whatever your views on Mandela there is no doubt he was an icon of the twentieth century and he did have links to our football
Continue readingMatch Report: Everton vs Liverpool (23.11.13) D 3-3
Everton started the game strongly, putting Liverpool immediately on the back foot. It was Philippe Coutinho, however, who delivered the early blow, latching onto a deep Steven Gerrard cross from the corner and delivering a well struck shot at the
Continue readingMatch Report: Liverpool vs Fulham (09.11.13) W 4-0
Liverpool kicked off the match reverting to their more typical 4-4-2 formation. Daniel Agger had a recall in the centre of defence, pairing up with Martin Skrtel. Aly Cissokho retained his place as left-back and Glen Johnson returned on the
Continue readingMatch Preview: Liverpool vs Fulham (09.11.13)
Liverpool were humbled last week on their trip to the Emirates and have dropped to third place in the league, with Arsenal opening up a five point gap at the top. Today’s fixture offers
Continue readingMatch Report: Liverpool vs West Brom (26.10.13) W 4-1
Liverpool began the match with their favoured three central defenders, Daniel Agger still not being able to force his way back into first XI. The game began with a fast tempo with Liverpool passing the ball around well. Suarez was
Continue readingMatch Preview: Liverpool vs West Brom (26.10.13)
Liverpool welcome West Brom to Anfield in this non-televised 3pm fixture. Liverpool are currently third in the league with West Brom standing at twelfth. League form, however, can be overlooked. West Brom are a
Continue readingMatch Report: Newcastle United vs Liverpool (19.10.13) D 2-2
Liverpool started the game in their favoured 3-5-2 formation, with natural wing backs in Aly Cissokho and Glen Johnson bot making reappearances. Sakho, Toure and Skrtel form the central defence 3. Lucas Leiva stayed at home with his wife and
Continue readingMatch Preview: Newcastle United vs Liverpool (19.10.13)
Well, thankfully, the international break is over, and it’s a return to the Premiership for our club players. We lie second in the table, to Newcastle’s 11th. Luckily no more injuries were picked
Continue readingMatch Preview: Sunderland vs Liverpool (29.09.13)
Liverpool head to the Stadium of Light in Sunday afternoon’s big game. Sunderland are rooted to the bottom of the Premiership table with only one point from five matches. Their outspoken manager, Paolo Di
Continue readingMatch Preview: Manchester United vs Liverpool (25.09.13)
This fixture, so early on in the Carling Cup, is perhaps one we would have wanted to avoid. United are a strong side and to face them at any stage of a cup competition is
Continue readingMatch Preview: Swansea City vs Liverpool (16.09.13)
Swansea City Vs Liverpool, 16th September 2013 Back to the premiership, after the international break, and an away visit to the Liberty Stadium looks difficult on paper. In the corresponding fixture last
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