Liverpool Fc @ Anfield - Reds Supporters Gatherings [Archive] - Page 139

escobar43535

24-08-2020, 11:21 AM

1st Friendly match, 1st half A team, 2nd half B team.

323353323354323355

Saw bits of this game this morning (replay) while watching the CL final (replay as well). A good work out for the boys under tough conditions. Keita looked very good. Pleased to say Minamino looked bright. He reminds me of Yossi Benayoun. Clearly a good player but I just don't know where he fits in a 4-3-3? Young lad Billy Koumetio looks like a beast, promising talent. Brewster looked lively. Must say Wijnaldum was also very good both in defence and attack when he came on. Definitely should get him to stay on if possible.

On the CL final, well Munich join us on six and deservedly so. A real pity we were not their opponents, probably would have been a better final. Pep and his oil masters must be relieved:p. Tuchel cmi when it really counts. He leaves Icardi and Sarabia on the bench and brings on Choupo Moting? What about Draxler? Neymar was good but on his own he was not enough to carry PSG. Unfortunately Mbappe was not 100% fit and looked lacklustre. Nevermind Mbappe you are always welcome to join us and stand a better chance of winning a CL medal (same for KDB of City:D). Coutinho finally looked happy, funny how life can change from ups to downs and back to ups again so fast?! Oh yes and Thiago Alcantara looked good, so fingers crossed on this front.

francined69

24-08-2020, 03:42 PM

Congrats to Bayern Munich. Hopefully with the CL win and added bonus they will be more willing to let go of Thiago to LFC.

Pool need to wrap up the Thiago deal asap as others are also eyeing his signature.

Xgenre

24-08-2020, 03:52 PM

Congrats to Liverpool. :p Because Coutinho won the Champions League and Barcelona need to pay us more for his transfer. I hope the Thiago issue is settled before he goes for his holiday.

Strangely Coutinho is winning many titles since leaving us. La Liga, King's Cup, Bundesliga, their German cup competition, Champions League and yet he does not know where he will play next season.

ThisIsMelwood

29-08-2020, 08:30 AM

Community shield tonight.

6 players injured including captain JH.

ThisIsMelwood

29-08-2020, 08:33 AM

Jurgen Klopp claims the best way for Liverpool to defend their Premier League title is to attack the next one.

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11669/12058907/jurgen-klopp-says-liverpool-wont-defend-premier-league-title-theyll-attack-the-next-one

ThisIsMelwood

29-08-2020, 08:34 AM

francined69

29-08-2020, 09:18 AM

Why will Liverpool sign Messi?

Klopp confirmed no chance.

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11669/12058308/lionel-messi-jurgen-klopp-says-he-wants-to-see-barcelona-forward-play-in-premier-league

Liverpool don't need Messi. As Rooney says Thiago is a better player for Pool than Messi. I do hope we get Thiago into our team. And another quality defender.

This season will be even tougher with quality players joining Chelsea, MC, Arsenal etc.

The only team Messi will join is MC with Pep and the $$$ they can offer.

https://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/118635387_1541538512699390_2514282784034598231_o.j pg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=TUTHHe8HO7kAX9ku268&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=815685640d67c8dcc22c7ede9de2f712&oe=5F710DF5

Frankiestine

29-08-2020, 09:50 AM

Liverpool don't need Messi. As Rooney says Thiago is a better player for Pool than Messi. I do hope we get Thiago into our team. And another quality defender.

This season will be even tougher with quality players joining Chelsea, MC, Arsenal etc.

The only team Messi will join is MC with Pep and the $$$ they can offer.

https://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/118635387_1541538512699390_2514282784034598231_o.j pg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=TUTHHe8HO7kAX9ku268&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=815685640d67c8dcc22c7ede9de2f712&oe=5F710DF5

Certainly worrying for Liverpool to see our rival buying players who are the "plug and play" type whereas most of our buys are still in "development" stage...as much as we have a strong first liners but we still need players who can just fit right in from the word go...:(

escobar43535

29-08-2020, 01:08 PM

Messi is a game changer no doubt about it, even at his age.

That said if Liverpool by some fantasy actually had that kind of money to spend, I would rather go for Mbappe for obvious reasons.

Back to the present reality, this upcoming season is going to be a really tough one regardless of Messi(although that would make it even harder) going by the recent transfer signings by Chelsea, City and even Arsenal (also still think United shall make some last minute signings as well).

Really hope Thiago Alcantara signs on.

Have to say though that if Wijnaldum leaves, there maybe be a void. Was watching a replay of the A. Madrid Anfield CL tie yesterday and Ginni was very impressive in an underrated way, similar to the Barca Anfield CL tie the season before. Pity if he goes, a real loss.

Also the Ox had a great game against A. Madrid as well, in his best position as CM. Somehow have to hope that he can raise his game to that high level again once he comes back from injury and also not turn into another Daniel Sturridge.

Hope to win tonight but I rather take this as another preseason warm up. Most important no injuries.

The real season begins on the 12th and I much rather see a long winning streak and unbeaten run in this regard.

countryman

29-08-2020, 04:10 PM

ThisIsMelwood

29-08-2020, 04:13 PM

francined69

29-08-2020, 04:54 PM

Another trophy (though the Charity Shield is less regarded as a major trophy) it will be a booster and makes the player hunger for more.

Against an opponent like Arsenal, it will be a test for Pool.

Agree we need a strong start to the season like last season where we were unbeaten for 18 games.:D:D:D

https://scontent-sin6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/117757558_3152669721496347_8972387787574202960_n.j pg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_sid=340051&_nc_ohc=Q8Fw_DlnOpoAX-Q9k_f&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-1.xx&oh=5aea72dc3ef2935540482221c3db58e8&oe=5F6E52FChttps://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/118625357_2745289352371300_8248046484754346274_o.j pg?_nc_cat=105&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=F4EPliH8uVgAX9HzoO4&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=9a1aa105335e9d4e6af3251c96ec0ecb&oe=5F6EACDB

Dirk Kuyt

29-08-2020, 06:37 PM

Pool always fall into the wrong ownership. I don't really blame the owners as to them this is running a business, so profitability is utmost important to them rather than for the luv of the club n the game. We have to accept the fact that Pool will always struggle to buy the players that they wanted. Likely I think the Thiago deal will not work out unless Pool manage to sell couple more players to raise the cash! I certainly hope Gini stays as I forsee there'll be a lot of injuries in midfield this coming season.

Thiago is 90% likeky to be a Liverpool player. He has agreed personal terms with Liverpool and has been house hunting in Liverpool the past few weeks. I understand he has shortlisted a couple of houses and just need his family to select the final choice.

The deal is delayed because Liverpool is not prepared to pay above in excess of Thiago's valuation. If no deal happen this transfer window.... Liverpool will still get Thiago next season on a free transfer. BM will be the big loser if they want to be greedy and ask for more money.

francined69

30-08-2020, 12:23 AM

Half time score.

https://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/118617888_10159653893522573_6012775546256028402_o. jpg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=3ONfwr3v4UgAX9ix-AO&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=012462c9ed0ffcc11ea550c41e3ba621&oe=5F70B906

countryman

30-08-2020, 01:54 AM

It was a poor display overall. Was disappointed losing to a weak Arsenal team. Have never like Brewster n of all people, he has to miss the penalty!

ThisIsMelwood

30-08-2020, 06:01 AM

Goal by Takumi Minamino 73".

Lost in penalties 5 to 4.

324376

francined69

30-08-2020, 07:41 AM

WankJanice

30-08-2020, 08:48 AM

missing Hendo and Trent. overall not the best performance from Pool but better play in 2nd half.

Arsenal was packing their defence tightly and this is how other teams will deploy their playing style against Pool this season. fast counter attacking is our strength.

hope we bring in Thiago Alcantara.

Arsenal was catching Liverpool on the counter..
Steady defending by Arsenal but lack of penetration by Liverpool.

There is still a very long season ahead.
Arsenal had 2 weeks of training and Liverpool only 1 week..
Lots of work to do ahead.

escobar43535

30-08-2020, 10:52 AM

Weird parallel from last season.

Poor first half and 1-0 down. Improved second half and 1-1. Late chance missed to win (Salah and Mane) and then lose in pens. Arteta was also on coaching staff of City last year.

Let's hope the parallel continues for the rest of the season.

Not arsed about not winning this.

Very arsed about our over reliance on the full backs to create. Get Thiago. And we can see why we were originally linked to Werner. And just as I was singing Gini's praises he puts on a shit performance. At least Keita looked good when he came on and happy for Minamino to get his first goal, also looked bright.

Also I think Klopp's testing the youngsters in a situation with pressure. IMO Brewster has a lot to learn. Neco is not ready. Only Jones is.

Gotta say I'm impressed with Arteta. He’s done well so far. This Arsenal team is far better than previous showings.

Anyways we now know what needs to be done or I hope we do as Leeds, Chelsea and Arsenal is a tricky first three games.

Jjcoolidge

30-08-2020, 11:32 AM

Really hate to lose.
Now that's out of the way, must say the stick being levelled at Williams is unfair. Squaring up against a world class forward like Auba is a big ask for any established full back, let alone a rookie. Missed Hendo providing that right side cover. Remember not too long ago, teams would target our right side, seeing a young Trent as the 'weaker' compared to the left of Robbo and VVD.
Takes a brave manager to keep the faith with youth, and that we have in Klopp.
Same goes for Brewster. Obviously he was subbed in by Klopp with an eye on taking the pen. Can't deny it's gut wrenching for him to be the one who missed, but we'll soon see if he has the character to rise above this and put some steel in his belly.
Playing the first half at a pedestrian pace didn't do us any favors against a disciplined defence. What a change Taki and Keita made coming on. If they play to their potential, I'm not worried if we don't get Thiago in this window. Taking the positives from this 'setback', i'm hoping the team gets right pissed off and take it out on our next 20 opponents. Up the forkin' Reds!

ThisIsMelwood

31-08-2020, 07:39 AM

Looks like Gini Widnaljum leaving for Barcelona for €30 mil.

Then Thiago deal with Bayern Munich will go thru.

Sadio Mane "excited" by Barcelona. I doubt Mane will leave.

ThisIsMelwood

31-08-2020, 07:42 AM

Somehow I dun think the lads were playing 100% for the community shield.

I am not worried about the results.

Hopefully we shall be 100% when season starts. First 5 games very important.

francined69

31-08-2020, 09:38 AM

Looks like Gini Widnaljum leaving for Barcelona for €30 mil.

Then Thiago deal with Bayern Munich will go thru.

Sadio Mane "excited" by Barcelona. I doubt Mane will leave.

good luck to Gini. i think he will end up like Coutinho.

Thiago is welcomed.

escobar43535

31-08-2020, 01:43 PM

Tbh we have not looked very good since the restart(perhaps even further back than that?). There are reasons for this but really hope Klopp sorts it out within the next two weeks.

High intensity tempo and super pressing needs to return asap. Also hope to see less grinding out and more outstanding consistent performances instead.

That said any win will still do, for all 38 EPL matches and all the CL matches as well(no interest in the FA and League Cups apart from bleeding in our youngsters and other squad members):rolleyes::D

On the transfer front, well if Gini does not sign a fresh contract it would make sense to get money for him now. Still think he adds value albeit can be inconsistent but might as well bank it in now and get Thiago asap. As for Mane leaving, yes he can leave but only if we get Mbappe as a replacement.

Zamri

02-09-2020, 02:05 AM

No big deal losing the Community Shield..... throughout history the Winner has always been jinxed for the following season.

Xgenre

02-09-2020, 08:11 AM

Liverpool has been quiet in the transfer market for a few windows now. Our club is different in these ways. Our lack of transfer movement is not an issue. It is actually our main strength. Here are some ways our transfer strategy differs from the rest.

1. We use the Moneyball system to select players based on statistics and value. We aim to find players that will do well for us but are under the radar for major clubs. Players like Minamino, Robertson. Other clubs are still scouting talent from known selling clubs like Ajax, Dortmund, Red Bull teams

2. We have no issue letting players go on free transfers. Some clubs lock their players out if they don't sign contract extensions. We are happy to play them a lot in their last season before letting them leave for free (think of Emre Can). Gini knows if he stays, he will play a lot even if he leaves next season.

3. We will give youth a chance so young potential world class players will join us in their teens. Think of TAA, Curtis Jones, Neco Williams, Brewster, Gomez etc. Many other clubs want to buy only ready solutions. How many Chelsea youth team players actually move on to the first team?

4. We plan our transfers a few seasons ahead. We know who will probably decline as they age and who their replacements will be. Players like Lovren, Lallana are replaced seamlessly. Other teams don't even know who their manager will be a few seasons ahead.

5. We have a system to play and all our youth teams are trained to play in the same tactics as our first team. This differs from other clubs who keep changing managers. So many teams move between attacking managers and defensive managers (Van Gaal, Emery, Mourinho). Like that how to train young players for the first team?

6. We don't sign players for commercial reasons. Some players are lousy on the pitch but are huge marketing stories. We don't sign players based on their number of followers on IG, Twitter etc. I think transfers like Pogba and Neymar are made because they will help their teams with commercial success.

ThisIsMelwood

02-09-2020, 09:20 AM

escobar43535

03-09-2020, 03:51 PM

Why than did we pay top dollar for Alisson, VVVD and Keita, Fabinho to a lesser extent?

I am still convinced but for this wretched covid-19 situation we probably would have bought Werner and finalised the Thiago transfer by now.

I trust Klopp but he can't perform miracles every season.

If we don't freshen things up with real proven quality talent now I'm afraid this season is going to be a long tough ride particularly since our other rivals are making what looks to be like pretty good buys.

escobar43535

06-09-2020, 11:32 AM

Blackpool, last preseason game before our season kicks off next Saturday against Leeds.

First half was rubbish, team probably got a bollocking from Klopp at half time particularly players like Fabinho.

Second half was a different story altogether. The Liverpool we would like to see when the curtain lifts next Saturday.

Keita and Minamino looked very good. Curtis Jones seems to have come of age. If this lad can keep playing at this level consistently, then I would say he is the next young England star after Sancho, Trent, Rashford, Foden and Greenwood, plus a Scouser to boot.

Elliot, Van Den Berg and Hoever were quite good as well. So all in a good work out for our youngsters and the rest of the team, Bobby looks to be getting back to form and Milner is a class act as the granddaddy of the team.

Quite a bit for Klopp to think about as well on formation and tactics. Things look promising and hopefully all the right pieces in place for another great season.

Thiago in our squad this season would be the icing on the cake though.

francined69

06-09-2020, 01:06 PM

Gini can leave if his heart is not at Liverpool FC. with Koeman at FCB, i don't see them making great progress. Gini will end up like Coutinho.

great to see Klopp giving a chance for the youngsters. Minamino looks to be coming into form and he will be a regular first team player.

our biggest test will be against the big teams like City, Chelsea, Arsenal where they have lots of quality players.

ThisIsMelwood

06-09-2020, 01:58 PM

Gini can leave if his heart is not at Liverpool FC. with Koeman at FCB, i don't see them making great progress. Gini will end up like Coutinho.

Barca cheapo cannot pay and want Gini cheap.

Heard they announcing next week the deal.

Xgenre

06-09-2020, 05:37 PM

Found this interesting link. https://www.statista.com/statistics/251158/revenue-of-liverpool-fc-by-stream/#:~:text=Broadcasting%20is%20the%20largest%20sourc e,amounted%20to%20210.9%20million%20euro. Our revenue is split into Commercial, Broadcasting and Match Day.

The first thing that comes to my mind with regards to Commercial will be the shirt deal with Nike. It comes with a low base amount though. Given how expensive Nike jerseys are, the questionable designs and the overall global recession, I am not sure how much more money we can generate for this Nike shirt deal in the current year.

Broadcasting revenue is likely to be much lower too. EPL already lost the deal to broadcast in China due to politics (likely because England protested over the Hong Kong security law). Some broadcasters want to renegotiate the fees as there are no supporters in the stadiums now. With a more subdued atmosphere, the live broadcast is not as appealing to home viewers. I agree with this. Since the re-start, the live telecasts don't seem so interesting.

Match day will be the worst hit. Liverpool actually suspended the sales of season tickets for 20/21 and we have also frozen ticket prices for a few seasons now. It doesn't help that Liverpool as a city is not as prosperous as London. Given that tickets are more expensive in London, Arsenal and Spurs will be able to generate bigger match day revenue due to bigger stadium and higher ticket prices. https://www.statista.com/statistics/328644/premier-league-teams-ranked-by-most-expensive-ticket-price/

So having looked through how much we may be earning, let's look at how much we have committed to spend. Player wages have increased a lot since our Champions League victory. We didn't spend much money buying new players at the end of 2018/19 season because the transfer budget was spent on renewing the contracts for most of the Champions League winning squad.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8083413/Liverpool-FIFTH-highest-wage-bill-world-just-Real-Madrid.html There are reports that Salah was the 4th highest income earner in the world for the 2019/20 season too. Given how much we need to spend and how unpredictable the incoming revenue for the new season is, I think it is reasonable for us not to buy expensive players for now.

I think Chelsea is taking a huge gamble by splashing $200 million pounds on new players but like Man City, they are a sugar daddy financed team. Man U seemed to be able to take advantage of the economic situation by buying players from probably financially distressed clubs. The only thing I dislike about our team is we are still trying to sell out of favour squad players at high prices. Not sure who will splash the cash to buy Karius now. May make more sense to extend the contracts of Harry Wilson, Grujic by 1 year to preserve transfer value and then loan them out for this season.

escobar43535

06-09-2020, 05:57 PM

Actually I think Chelsea rinsed Madrid for Hazard and used all of Madrid's money to fund the purchases of Werner, Kai, Hakim and Chilwell with not much extra coming out of Roman's pockets. Very shrewed business deals by Marina.

That said we pulled off the samething from our sale of Phil to Barca to fund the purchases of Alisson and VVD.

On paper, Chelsea should be challenging for the league this season.

All I can say is thank goodness Messi ain't going to City this season.

lawro

11-09-2020, 09:07 AM

New season 2020/21

Liverpool v Leeds x-x 2-0

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54027472

WankJanice

11-09-2020, 11:03 AM

New season 2020/21

Liverpool v Leeds x-x 2-0

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54027472

Tough first game for Leeds , back after 16 years...

Cheers

PaulMerson

11-09-2020, 01:19 PM

Tough first game for Leeds , back after 16 years...

Cheers

Won't be easy but Liverpool will be strong at home even without fans.

I predict Leeds United to stay up after the campaign.

BTW, no easy games in PL.

francined69

13-09-2020, 02:33 AM

Final score Liverpool 4 - Leeds 3

Hat-trick for Salah! but a very close shave for Pool and a timely wakeup call for whole team. uncharacteristic mistake by VVD

but 3 points is all that matters.

escobar43535

13-09-2020, 02:48 AM

Expected a tough match but not this tough:eek:

Respect to Bielsa and his men:cool:

At one point I thought we were the Liverpool of old with an exciting striking attack but poor defence.

Poor defending, sloppy at times and this coming from VVD of all people.

Midfield was poor as well.

Our only good players were Robertson, Mane and young Jones when he came on.

Oh and Mo Salah was back to excellent red hot best and thank goodness for that:cool:

We really need to get our shape and sharpness back in time for our next match which shall probably be much tougher away to Chelsea.

countryman

13-09-2020, 02:57 AM

Pool didn't score any goals from open play, all were set pieces in fact!
2 pens, 1 corner n 1 from a free kick.
Overall a very disappointing performance n honestly Pool was lucky to get the 3pts.

francined69

13-09-2020, 04:07 AM

Pool didn't score any goals from open play, all were set pieces in fact!
2 pens, 1 corner n 1 from a free kick.
Overall a very disappointing performance n honestly Pool was lucky to get the 3pts.

i looked at the stats of the game,

Possession: Liverpool 48% Leeds 52%
Shots on target: Liverpool 6 Leeds 3
Shots：Liverpool 22 Leeds 6
Passes: Liverpool 423 Leeds 460

Leeds took their game to Liverpool at Anfield, but like last season we have to play until the final whistle is blown.

next up against the upgraded Chelsea team with lots of fire power and probably Frank Lampard has some score to settle from last game.

ThisIsMelwood

13-09-2020, 06:02 AM

Goals Salah 4" (P), 44", 87" (P) and VVD 20"

327935

60 unbeaten streak Anfield

327936

francined69

13-09-2020, 07:26 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-oErYx-MnY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WBfyjt7rP8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=si35x82Zfyo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaEgD4KLdrs

charlienicholas

13-09-2020, 08:52 AM

New season 2020/21

Liverpool v Leeds x-x 2-0

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54027472

Skysports football rubbish. Forgot to publish my predictions.

Xgenre

13-09-2020, 09:15 AM

I'm surprised how easily Leeds players can get past our defenders. TAA and Gomez especially looked lost in the first half. I think Firmino needs to work on his fitness. He has no pace and stamina. He has been in a gradual decline for quite a while. Just glad we won. Maybe this match will be a trigger for squad improvement.

The Premier League did a U-turn. Now teams can only make 3 substitutions per match. Previously it was 5 substitutions per match for this season. Let's see how Chelsea manages the situation as many of their newly bought players may not even make it to the bench.

WankJanice

13-09-2020, 12:34 PM

Great game by Leeds to push and stretch Liverpool.
Got through the defense so easily..
Liverpool needs to tighten up while we should see if Leeds can keep their own pressing game through the season.
Cheers

Leeds

13-09-2020, 03:49 PM

Final score Liverpool 4 - Leeds 3

Hat-trick for Salah! but a very close shave for Pool and a timely wakeup call for whole team. uncharacteristic mistake by VVD

but 3 points is all that matters.

Would had been a draw, but was a good game

countryman

13-09-2020, 05:13 PM

Would had been a draw, but was a good game

No such a thing as would've been this score or that score! Final score is the final result.
But Leeds was impressive or I would say Pool was taking it too easy n underestimated Leeds.

CTOA3954

13-09-2020, 05:50 PM

I have been following Leeds in the Championship since 2 seasons ago and know them quite well. I knew Liverpool will have a hard game as Bielsa is a shrewd tactician and Leeds have the players to carry out his gameplan. In fact I had bet on this game to be a draw and would have won a tidy sum if not for the dying minutes penalty.

Many teams will find Leeds to be a tough game..... provided Leeds can keep their 1st team players injury free as they are a light weight squad with few substitutes.

countryman

13-09-2020, 06:21 PM

Leeds

13-09-2020, 11:58 PM

No such a thing as would've been this score or that score! Final score is the final result.
But Leeds was impressive or I would say Pool was taking it too easy n underestimated Leeds.

Yea, but Leeds were performing well particularly when we have no star players, on the other hand we were actually quite unlucky. We accept the defeat

Leeds

14-09-2020, 12:01 AM

It's only 01 match played, still way too early to judge how good Leeds is! Premier League n Championship are entirely different in standards n quality. After 10-12 matches played than we'll be able to have a clearer picture of where Leeds is standing.

Who knows we may be the next Leicester. Not about winning the title, but bringing surprises to the league. Let's bring on the next game :p

ThisIsMelwood

14-09-2020, 07:51 AM

escobar43535

14-09-2020, 12:24 PM

Yea, but Leeds were performing well particularly when we have no star players, on the other hand we were actually quite unlucky. We accept the defeat

You have a well drilled team there bro.

If you'll can keep this up consistently then who knows where this may lead.

Enjoy the ride.

escobar43535

14-09-2020, 12:26 PM

Amazing gossip out from Spain.

Barca wanted Salah LMFAO.

Question why Salah wants to go Barca?

Salah is thriving at Liverpool and playing great football at highest level.

How much Barca wants to pay for Salah when they cannot even afford Widnaljum.

I thought Barca wanted Mane?

Now its Salah?

Just hope this Thiago/Wijnaldum saga comes to end as soon as possible.

PaulMerson

14-09-2020, 01:00 PM

Who knows we may be the next Leicester. Not about winning the title, but bringing surprises to the league. Let's bring on the next game :p

Leeds has a great manager.

To win PL then too much to ask for with their current squad.

Still predict Leeds to stay up this season. Maybe somewhere in the middle table.

All depends if Leeds can win versus Wolves, Sheffield Utd, Everton.

Is a tough league and let's have fun weekly.

Welcome you to start a Leeds United thread. I saw new Chelsea thread after Man City.

Still Liverpool fans are cultist.

PaulMerson

14-09-2020, 01:02 PM

I thought Barca wanted Mane?

Now its Salah?

Just hope this Thiago/Wijnaldum saga comes to end as soon as possible.

I will not bother with the fake news anyway.

Barca or RM will try to create news to bolster their ego.

They have no cash to buy unlike MC or Chelsea.

Xgenre

14-09-2020, 01:49 PM

Amazing gossip out from Spain.Barca wanted Salah LMFAO.Question why Salah wants to go Barca? Salah is thriving at Liverpool and playing great football at highest level.

Classic move called long standing interest. They have to indicate their interest now so that they can say they have been eyeing him for a long time. With Messi gone next season, they would have freed up a lot of weekly wages which can be used to recruit someone else. Mane is targeted by Real Madrid

Both Real madrid and Barcelona likes to target players with a huge following on instagram, twitter etc. Gives them hugh commercial value to their sponsors. Sells a lot of shirts too

I think Liverpool may sell next season. The current squad is at its peak now. Selling a few will provide funds for a rebuild of the team.

Xgenre

14-09-2020, 01:52 PM

Has anyone here bought this season's jerseys? I don't really see many wearing the home jersey. Yet to see anyone wearing the away jersey. The 3rd kit is just launched. It looks nicer than Man U's 3rd kit (zebra) and Man City's 3rd kit (bubbleland or rubbish bin).

This season's jerseys across almost all teams are like... Covid 19 affected :eek:

escobar43535

17-09-2020, 06:58 PM

@MaddockMirror
·
8m
Thiago will undergo medical today, after #LFC agreed a deal worth around £26m with Bayern. He has accepted terms on a 4 year contract - fee is £20m down, with £5-6m depending on add-ons. Will wear no 6.

Best news I have heard since we wrapped up #19:cool:

Thank you FSG, Edwards and Klopp!

Get in!!

countryman

17-09-2020, 11:52 PM

In 2017, Klopp said the 2 best players in the Bundesliga were Keita n Thiago. Now both of them are playing in his team ! :D

escobar43535

18-09-2020, 12:04 AM

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football...ed-now-facing/

Thiago Alcantara: The one who got away from Manchester United — now facing a new challenge at Liverpool
Player of the match in this year's Champions League final — this is the story of Alcantara, and how he has ended up at Anfield

By
Jason Burt,
CHIEF FOOTBALL CORRESPONDENT
17 September 2020 • 1:03pm

There are several things that strike you on meeting Thiago Alcantara: he fixes eye contact and does not waver as he talks; he speaks perfect English despite only having studied the language a little at school – and he clearly knows his own mind.

Thiago will only talk about what he wants to talk about but when he does he is an engaging, thoughtful character and someone who knows his value and worth. For example, there is no doubt that the seeds of his departure from Bayern Munich were sown on his last appearance playing in England – when he was left out of the starting line-up for the Champions League group tie away to Tottenham Hotspur last October which ended in a memorable 7-2 victory for the Germans.

Thiago came on at half-time – with the score only 2-1 to the visitors – and was outstanding but his pride was hurt and he felt annoyed at not starting such a big game especially as Bayern struggled throughout the remainder of Niko Kovac’s time as head coach before he was replaced by Hansi Flick little over a month later.

After that, it has transpired that in the 4-2-3-1 formation favoured by Flick he has been moving towards Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka forming the first-choice pairing in central midfield.

Even so, Thiago remained important and it did appear he would – aged 29 – be signing a contract extension with Bayern in May before changing his mind and telling the club that he wanted a “new challenge”. The decision is certainly not financially driven but, genuinely, because he felt he had achieved all he could at the German giants.

Thiago could have already played in England more regularly, of course, and it will be bitterly ironic for Manchester United fans that both the midfield play-maker and Gareth Bale are on the move in the same transfer window given their club made efforts to sign them seven years ago.

In 2013, United left it far too late to go for Bale, after Cristiano Ronaldo changed his mind on a return to Old Trafford and signed a new contract at Real Madrid, and despite offering £20 million more than the world-record £85 million paid by the Spanish giants. The deal to Madrid was already done with United not even opening negotiations until after Tottenham Hotspur’s first game of the season – a 1-0 win away to Crystal Palace on August 18.

An even greater mistake was the decision to pull the plug on a deal to sign Thiago from Barcelona that had been put in place by Sir Alex Ferguson before he retired and David Moyes took over. Moyes was unsure about the player, believing he did not know enough about him and preferred to try and sign another Barcelona player he was more familiar with, Cesc Fabregas, which was scuppered partly, it was believed, because he did not want to be seen as a second-choice to Thiago. So, infamously, United eventually signed Marouane Fellaini from Everton.

United had expressed some interest in Thiago again during this window – just as they were asked whether they would like to bring in Bale – but the smart money was always on a move to Liverpool and not least because of Klopp’s deep admiration for the Spain international. That admiration is mutual and it clearly smoothed negotiations.

There were clues to Thiago’s destination when Telegraph Sport interviewed him last September. Having played for Barcelona and Bayern he suggested that the Premier League was “a little step ahead” of the other leagues including those in Germany, Spain and Italy.

Unlike a lot of other players he did not ascribe this to the cliché that English football is just faster and more physical. “No, because here [in Germany] as well it’s fast and physical. It’s maybe that the quality of the players they have there is better than in the Bundesliga,” Thiago said. He is now one of those players.

Also, a Champions League last-16 defeat to Liverpool the previous season had left an impression on Thiago with Jurgen Klopp’s side destroying Bayern in Munich. After that, and despite dominating domestically, Thiago felt the season was already over.

“When you lose in the last-16 it is more ‘okay, this season... it goes to the trash’”, He said. “Because you are supposed to be there to fight to the end.”

Bayern did fight to the end last season, winning the Champions League, which has given Thiago the perfect, complete ending to his career at the club. What is also noteworthy about this deal is how seamless it has been. There has not been an ongoing saga – despite all the talk coming out of Bayern – and while Liverpool may have continually denied it was in train no-one really believed them. Bayern suspected that personal terms were agreed some time ago and also knew they did not want Thiago to run down the final year of his contract and leave for free. They needed a fee even if it is far less than would have been realised under different circumstances.

So who have Liverpool bought? For a start they are bringing in the man-of-the-match from that Champions League Final victory over Paris Saint-Germain and a player who exudes confidence. “I am [confident],” Thiago said in that interview with Telegraph Sport last year. “In the end it is work. It is work to be more intelligent, to think faster than your opponent and think faster than I thought last year.” That will excite Liverpool fans along with the determination he has to succeed at Anfield.

escobar43535

18-09-2020, 12:07 AM

countryman

18-09-2020, 12:46 AM

I'm absolutely thrilled tbh.

In my opinion a player like Thiago who can control games, create from deep and turn on the ball is the final string to our team's bow:cool:

That said it would still be nice to get Mbappe before the close of this transfer window as well:D

Pool hasn't got the $ for Mbappe! Likely they are already over stretched in acquiring Thiago. Hopefully someone comes in for Woodburn, Wilson n Grujic. It seems Fab will be the back up CB now.

ThisIsMelwood

18-09-2020, 04:59 AM

Thiago only wanted to sign for Liverpool. He is now at Melwood. No. 6 will always reserved for him.

329653

Midfield option now
329654

ThisIsMelwood

18-09-2020, 05:42 AM

Looks nice.

329659

escobar43535

18-09-2020, 10:50 AM

Pool hasn't got the $ for Mbappe! Likely they are already over stretched in acquiring Thiago. Hopefully someone comes in for Woodburn, Wilson n Grujic. It seems Fab will be the back up CB now.

Can still dream right?:p

Who knows, with the backing of Nike and after this wretched covid-19 pandemic is dealt with, hopefully our financial situation might improve considerably by the next summer transfer window in 21'.

But you are right, Grujic, Wilson, Woodburn and possibly even Shaqiri and Brewster might be moved on, hopefully at good prices to build up our coffers.

escobar43535

18-09-2020, 10:55 AM

Thiago only wanted to sign for Liverpool. He is now at Melwood. No. 6 will always reserved for him.

329653

Midfield option now
329654

Really like that photo of Thiago, thanks!

As for our midfield options, should include Jones and Milner as well.

lawro

18-09-2020, 12:08 PM

Matchday 2

Chelsea v Liverpool x-x 1-1

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54156197

liver_pool8

18-09-2020, 11:11 PM

Thiago Alcantara.. Welcome to anfield..:)

countryman

19-09-2020, 12:48 AM

Pool now on the verge of signing winger Jota from Wolves for £35m. I think it's a bit too much to pay for him!

KatongCowboy

19-09-2020, 03:20 AM

Thiago is 90% likeky to be a Liverpool player. He has agreed personal terms with Liverpool and has been house hunting in Liverpool the past few weeks. I understand he has shortlisted a couple of houses and just need his family to select the final choice.

The deal is delayed because Liverpool is not prepared to pay above in excess of Thiago's valuation. If no deal happen this transfer window.... Liverpool will still get Thiago next season on a free transfer. BM will be the big loser if they want to be greedy and ask for more money.

So you knew all along that Thiago will be coming to Anfield. 👍

ThisIsMelwood

19-09-2020, 05:45 AM

ThisIsMelwood

19-09-2020, 06:57 AM

Thiago welcome to Anfield.

329793

329794

charlienicholas

19-09-2020, 09:14 AM

Matchday 2

Chelsea v Liverpool x-x 1-1

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54156197

Charlie Prediction

1 - 2

Leeds v Fulham

Charlie Prediction: 2 - 1

francined69

19-09-2020, 09:46 AM

Diogo Jota will be signed soon from Wolves for £45 mil but paying flexible over several years. First year only 10% upfront. Jota was former Athletico Madrid player.

Ki-jana Hoever moved to Wolves for £15 mil and only £9 mil paid upfront.

Portuguese Jota forward 23 yo.

So does it means Origi n Brewster gone.

very good business by Edwards. however a little sad to see KJH go, i hope we have a buy back clause for him.

welcome Thiago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxAjad8dUBg

escobar43535

19-09-2020, 11:01 AM

Gather, Liverpool and Wolves have agreed a fee of £41m rising to £45m for Diogo Jota.
In a separate deal, Ki-Jana Hoever is valued at £9m plus £4.5m in add ons to move from Liverpool to Wolves.

My my, FSG/Edwards/Klopp actually been busy behind the scenes all this while:D

Not sure whether Jota is really worth that much but I guess age factor(he is 23) counts, also his wages probably much lower than what Werner is getting at Chelsea, payment plan also well crafted by Edwards. Plus Jota definitely looks better than Ismaila Sarr(another attack player we were also apparently linked with).

Hoever moving on is a pity, but the price is very good all things considered, especially since we bought him for a pittance and he is still only 18years old. Agreed, hope we have a buy back clause though.

I guess this means bye bye to Origi. Nice guy, good player and scored some vital legendary goals for us. Unfortunately I don't think he is suited to our system of play but will be fondly remembered. Hope we get a really good price for him as well.

As for Brewster, interesting to see how Klopp deals with him. No doubt he is a goal poacher with a natural striker's instinct to score goals. Also he is still relatively very young. But does he fit into our system of play?

Anyways I am really buzzing after all this dramatic transfer news over the last 36hours plus, very exciting times ahead for us this season:cool:

Also gather Chelsea's new boys: Chilwell, Ziyech and Thiago(Silva not Alcantara:p) probably ain't playing against us on Sunday. So too Pulisic. Positive for us albeit it is still going to be a tough game. Hope our boys are up for it plus given an added lift with the arrival of new quality additions to our squad.

Come on you Reds:)

ThisIsMelwood

19-09-2020, 11:12 AM

As for Brewster, interesting to see how Klopp deals with him. No doubt he is a goal poacher with a natural striker's instinct to score goals. Also he is still relatively very young. But does he fit into our system of play?

Anyways I am really buzzing after all this dramatic transfer news over the last 36hours plus, very exciting times ahead for us this season:cool:

Come on you Reds:)

Michael Edwards deserves GOLD medal for shrewd business. Liverpool transfer was 5/10 increase to 9.5/10.

Brewster will be sold according to rumors. No short of suitors for his services.

Jamal Lewis was smokescreen for Kostas Tsimikas
Ismail Sarr was smokescreen for Diogo Jota,

Thiago Alcantara chose Liverpool and no chance MU.

escobar43535

19-09-2020, 11:24 AM

Yes, yes, yes on all fronts but a qualification with respect to Brewster.

Not sure how the formula works but I gather we have got to keep to a minimum quota of English players in our squad under FA rules.

So if Brewster leaves, will we be short on this English players quota?

Michael Edwards deserves GOLD medal for shrewd business. Liverpool transfer was 5/10 increase to 9.5/10.

Brewster will be sold according to rumors. No short of suitors for his services.

Jamal Lewis was smokescreen for Kostas Tsimikas
Ismail Sarr was smokescreen for Diogo Jota,

Thiago Alcantara chose Liverpool and no chance MU.

ThisIsMelwood

19-09-2020, 11:55 AM

Yes, yes, yes on all fronts but a qualification with respect to Brewster.

Not sure how the formula works but I gather we have got to keep to a minimum quota of English players in our squad under FA rules.

So if Brewster leaves, will we be short on this English players quota?

Brewster never included under the English quota since he came from academy. Any academy players can be selected to play in PL matches.

Liverpool have enough English in first team.

"The Premier League proposed a maximum of 17 non-"homegrown" players in each club squad, and the squad size is a maximum of 25. This means that in a full squad of 25 players, there must be at least eight homegrown players."

countryman

19-09-2020, 01:14 PM

Getting Jota over Sarr could be due to the African Cup also coz can't imagine almost the entire frontline will be away for a few weeks. But Jota I'm still not convinced about him. Hopefully not another expensive flopp!

Xgenre

19-09-2020, 01:19 PM

Apparently Thiago can play for us against Chelsea. His deal was announced on Friday but the paperwork has been done earlier. I am not very sure about the length of the Thiago deal. 4 years seems quite long for a player with high wages and turning 30 in April. Will look forward to see how he performs.

Buying Jota makes a lot of sense. He does not have to get used to the Premier League and he will be given time to learn our system.

I still think we can beat Chelsea 3-0 this weekend. When it is time to meet a top 6 opponent, our guys are extra fired up. The Premier League did a sudden last minute U turn. Now teams are only allowed 3 substitutions per game. Previously it was announced that 5 substitutions can be made each game. I don't seem how Frank Lampard can keep his new signings happy. Many of them will not make it to even sit on the bench at all.

Dirk Kuyt

19-09-2020, 04:44 PM

Diogo Jota will be signed soon from Wolves for £45 mil but paying flexible over several years. First year only 10% upfront. Jota was former Athletico Madrid player.

Ki-jana Hoever moved to Wolves for £15 mil and only £9 mil paid upfront.

Portuguese Jota forward 23 yo.

So does it means Origi n Brewster gone.

My little liverbird tells me that Jota was bought as backup for Salah..... in case a big money offer comes in for Salah which FSG cannot resist (aka Coutinho). Apparently there had been a couple of enquiries for Salah which Liverpool are contemplating. According to Sir John Henry..... No One is Indispensible!...... if the price is right.

LeeHsienLoong

19-09-2020, 04:50 PM

Many will understand Salah's mind is 50 50 just like Mane.
He does not need to leave but having said that if an offer comes in he will consider that.
We have Minamino and the signing of Jota is surely telling us something is happening.

francined69

19-09-2020, 07:39 PM

a few key players (Pulisic, Ziyech, Thiago, Chilwell) missing for Chelsea according to Frank Lampard. hopefully Liverpool takes advantage of this situation early in the season. Timo Werner will probably take on TAA.

i do hope that our front 3 will remain for this season and become the "THE DREAM TEAM" for Liverpool FC. I don't think we have a better team setup than now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0z84oxm5Dw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-sAm5NA9Fo

omnia

19-09-2020, 11:45 PM

Cancel edited

omnia

19-09-2020, 11:46 PM

Brewster never included under the English quota since he came from academy. Any academy players can be selected to play in PL matches.

Liverpool have enough English in first team.

"The Premier League proposed a maximum of 17 non-"homegrown" players in each club squad, and the squad size is a maximum of 25. This means that in a full squad of 25 players, there must be at least eight homegrown players."
Thanks for the information.

A question though, what exactly does "homegrown players" mean?

ThisIsMelwood

20-09-2020, 05:18 AM

Diogo Jota new no 20.

329932329933

ThisIsMelwood

20-09-2020, 05:21 AM

Thanks for the information.

A question though, what exactly does "homegrown players" mean?

Homegrown means players bought for academy and play for u18 or u21. Ki Jana Hoever is a homegrown sold to Wolves. He wanted to play regular game time.

ThisIsMelwood

20-09-2020, 06:49 AM

Happy lads training at Melwood.

329934329935329936
329937

francined69

20-09-2020, 09:05 AM

Thiago is incredible with his ball skills. let's see him perform magic for Liverpool and a another legend at LFC.

Thiago Alcântara - The Most Ridiculous Skills, Passes & Tricks Ever!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0x43TeXlQ3Y

How Thiago Alcantara Would Complete Liverpool | Thiago Tactical Analysis & Impact

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8FzaxKNmJs

countryman

20-09-2020, 12:27 PM

Oxlade could be sold to Wolves very soon. Selling him is good cos he's becoming a liability already with his constant injuries.

ThisIsMelwood

20-09-2020, 12:34 PM

Oxlade could be sold to Wolves very soon. Selling him is good cos he's becoming a liability already with his constant injuries.

There is a few players that either need to sell or loan out.

Origi, Brewsters, Grujic, Wilson, Ox, Shaqiri, Woodburn. Karius.

After next week league cup in mid-week will tell whether anyone of them is good enough.

ThisIsMelwood

20-09-2020, 03:01 PM

QUIZ: Name the 12 players to feature for both Liverpool & Chelsea in the Premier League

329993

WankJanice

20-09-2020, 03:29 PM

[QUOTE=ThisIsMelwood;20224612]QUIZ: Name the 12 players to feature for both Liverpool & Chelsea in the Premier League

Wah Tough leh!
I got 11 but not sure who is 12th - English player??

Nationality Name
French Nicolas Anelka
Israeli Yossi Benayoun
Italian Fabio Borini
English ??
English Daniel Sturridge
portuguese Raul Meireles
Nigerian Victor Moses
Egyptian Mo Salah
English Joe Cole
English Glen Johnson
Spanish Fernando Torres
Dutch Bou Zenden

WankJanice

20-09-2020, 03:42 PM

countryman

20-09-2020, 04:22 PM

[QUOTE=WankJanice;20224655]

English - Nigel Spackman?

Spot on!

countryman

20-09-2020, 04:25 PM

I am hoping for a draw @least tonight!
Thoroughly enjoyed watching the Manure/Palace match last night n slept so soundly after that! ;)

awakened

20-09-2020, 05:12 PM

Another thriller at Stamford Bridge tonight.... I predict at least 5 goals tonight. :D

francined69

20-09-2020, 05:39 PM

Nicloas Anelka played for several top premier league clubs, which is rare.

Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea

LeeHsienLoong

20-09-2020, 06:37 PM

Klopp will have a good opportunity to watch his baby Timo Werner closer and he will probably smile when he puts 1 pass us.
Apart from that I think we are in a good position for 3 points.

francined69

21-09-2020, 12:20 AM

Half time score 0-0，Chelsea 10 men left for 2nd half after Kristensen brought down Mane on the way to a possible goal.

new boy Thiago watching from the bench and may come on in the 2nd half.

Klopp n team have to take advantage and take all 3 points now.

330035330036

francined69

21-09-2020, 12:35 AM

Thiago coming on 2nd half in place of Henderson. :D:D:D

francined69

21-09-2020, 12:42 AM

Mane scores from Firmino assist!!!! Liverpool 1 up.

francined69

21-09-2020, 12:44 AM

Mane scores again!!! Liverpool 2 up!

francined69

21-09-2020, 01:26 AM

Final score Chelsea 0 - Liverpool 2

3 points in the bag. :D:D:D

escobar43535

21-09-2020, 01:59 AM

Professional performance by the lads tonight.

Great penalty save by Alisson.

So surprised to see Thiago in the second half. His passing was excellent but we all knew it would be. What really impressed me is how great he is positionally. Always seems to be available for an easy pass or in a position to pick up a second ball. Pure class.

Salah was very good once again even though he did not score and when Mane is in the mood he is unplayable, as he was tonight, also pure class.

But tonight i was impressed the most by Fabinho. Tbh I was worried when I saw the team sheet without Gomez or Matip(btw what's with these two tofus, especially Matip?!). But so glad Fabinho proved me wrong. He is very intelligent. He makes sure he doesn't put himself in sticky situations and had Werner well under control. Fabulous Fabinho:cool:

Still rate Timo Werner though and I think Chelsea really missed Pulisic and Ziyech as well. That said the night was ours with a solid win!

countryman

21-09-2020, 02:56 AM

So happy to see Thiago has blended in well with the team. Anyway he just set a record in Epl of having the most no. of successful passes in a 45min period! 75 passes to be exact.
Likely Hendo got injured, hope it's not too serious.

ThisIsMelwood

21-09-2020, 05:03 AM

Goals by Mane 50" and 54".

330041330042

ThisIsMelwood

21-09-2020, 05:07 AM

75 passes in 45 mins.

Mirror Online: Thiago Alcantara breaks Premier League record in first 45 minutes for Liverpool.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/thiago-alcantara-premier-league-record-22714186

330043

Frankiestine

21-09-2020, 09:36 AM

Klopp will have a good opportunity to watch his baby Timo Werner closer and he will probably smile when he puts 1 pass us.
Apart from that I think we are in a good position for 3 points.
Fabinho was excellent in his defending and Timo just couldn't find a way round him...

charlienicholas

21-09-2020, 09:47 AM

Good win for Liverpool and 2 out of 2.

Xgenre

21-09-2020, 10:13 AM

Woke up to watch the highlights. Quite impressed that Mane did not protest the original yellow card decision. He took the referee's decision respectfully. If it happened to Man U, all the players would have swamped around the referee to pressure him.

I think once Chelsea's team settled down into playing as a team, they will be much harder to beat. They have very good players. Glad we met them so early in the season. Man City will come to Stamford Bridge on the 2nd of Jan 2021. By then, Chelsea will be much harder to beat. Hopefully Man City will drop points here.

escobar43535

21-09-2020, 12:38 PM

Chelsea should be alright eventually provided they dump Kepa asap, which looks to be the case from their latest purchase of Mendy.

Beggars belief that Kepa is currently the world's most expensive GK. Think even Karius ain't as bad as him and that does not say much.

That said Lampard needs to work out where Havertz shall be most effective because thus far Kai has been lacklustre.

Must repeat, I still really fancy Timo Werner even though this ship has long since sailed away. Pure class and shall probably bag more than 20 PL goals this season.

francined69

21-09-2020, 12:43 PM

Fabinho was excellent in his defending and Timo just couldn't find a way round him...

MOTM rightly goes to Fabinno who did great to restrict Timo Werner.

However other teams will have difficulty handling Timo as he is fast and instinctive and links up well with Kai Harvertz.

It was a pleasure to see Thiago Alcantara play and he is CLASS!!! add more dimension to our midfield.

ThisIsMelwood

21-09-2020, 01:04 PM

That said Lampard needs to work out where Havertz shall be most effective because thus far Kai has been lacklustre.
.

Dun forget, Liverpool can buy cheap when players flopped at Chelsea. Look at Salah.

ThisIsMelwood

21-09-2020, 01:07 PM

It was a pleasure to see Thiago Alcantara play and he is CLASS!!! add more dimension to our midfield.

Thiago is so good and really can play with his intelligent passes.

Looks like Minamino is backup for Firmino.
Jota backup for Salah.
Origi backup for Mane.

Not sure if I am correct?

ThisIsMelwood

22-09-2020, 09:15 AM

QUIZ: Name the 12 players to feature for both Liverpool & Chelsea in the Premier League

Answer here. Did you guess correctly?

330218

ThisIsMelwood

22-09-2020, 09:17 AM

[QUOTE=WankJanice;20224655]

English - Nigel Spackman?

No have this bloke.

Xgenre

22-09-2020, 10:33 AM

Chelsea should be alright eventually provided they dump Kepa asap, which looks to be the case from their latest purchase of Mendy.

Beggars belief that Kepa is currently the world's most expensive GK. Think even Karius ain't as bad as him and that does not say much.

https://www.empireofthekop.com/2020/09/21/video-new-angle-shows-firmino-told-kepa-to-make-pass-seconds-before-error-leading-to-manes-goal/

Bobby sabo him lah. :D:D:D

francined69

24-09-2020, 10:31 AM

Phil Thompson interview on signing Thiago to Liverpool !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqMXPMflIFk

Barcelona was damn silly to let Tiago go when he was in his early 20s.

francined69

25-09-2020, 06:05 AM

Lincoln City 2 - Liverpool 7

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-i9x_j9Xno

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xADW5jzdRcE

ThisIsMelwood

25-09-2020, 07:43 AM

Lincoln City 2 - Liverpool 7

Looks like they enjoyed themselves by running riot.

VVD and Fabinho each played 45 mins partner with Rhy Williams ar CB.

Curtis Jones and Minamino deserves more game time.

ThisIsMelwood

25-09-2020, 07:54 AM

MOTM

330702
330704

Our bench became stronger with all these players. Can challenge more trophies.

Xgenre

25-09-2020, 08:08 AM

Barcelona was damn silly to let Tiago go when he was in his early 20s.

They had Xavi and Iniesta then. Both won 2 European Championship and World Cup with Spain. Hard to be the 3rd master passer in the same team.

lawro

25-09-2020, 09:40 AM

Liverpool v Arsenal x-x 2-0

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54267322

francined69

25-09-2020, 10:52 AM

They had Xavi and Iniesta then. Both won 2 European Championship and World Cup with Spain. Hard to be the 3rd master passer in the same team.

understood but then both retired few years later.

anyway FCB loss and BM and LFC to gain.

francined69

25-09-2020, 10:55 AM

MOTM

330702
330704

Our bench became stronger with all these players. Can challenge more trophies.

yes! nice to see the B team performing so well.

Xgenre

25-09-2020, 11:42 AM

Harry Wilson did not even get a chance to play. That is how strong we are in midfield. Reading from the comments on facebook, Grujic had a great game and is the natural backup to Fabinho. It seems like he controlled the midfield really well. If Fabinho is going to be a CB for this season, we should keep Grujic.

ThisIsMelwood

25-09-2020, 03:18 PM

Love the away recto kit design. Very unique and stylish.

Saw a guy wore in mrt.

countryman

25-09-2020, 07:44 PM

They had Xavi and Iniesta then. Both won 2 European Championship and World Cup with Spain. Hard to be the 3rd master passer in the same team.

Thiago going to Bayern was also mainly due to Pep...

escobar43535

26-09-2020, 12:36 AM

Saw the highlights and read some reports.

Great overall performance from our Team B but keep in mind this is Lincoln we are talking about.

Stand outs seemed to be Jones and Minamino. Jones really looks to be the next star in the making. He just needs to be patient and carry on being humble and work hard. As for Takumi, very happy for him. Previously thought he reminded me of Yossi B, now I think can add on Luis Garcia perhaps?!

Nice cameo from Shaqiri. I gather Jürgen praised him after the match but I still think Shaqiri shall move on, provided we get a good price. Same goes for Grujic. Apparently had a really good game but where does he fit into this team apart from domestic cup matches?

Gather Kostas had a good game which bodes well for us. Neco on the other hand looked raw. So too Elliott. Jota apparently showed some nice touches, high expectations because of his high price tag though.

Strangely no Brewster. Like Grujic and Shaqiri another enigma. Another one if we should get a good price we shall probably let him go.

We move on to Arsenal at home on Monday night. Going to be very interesting and probably a whole lot harder than previous ones because the Gooners now look well drilled under Arteta.

countryman

26-09-2020, 01:37 AM

Neco Williams is definitely not ready for the 1st team. Feel that he has to go somewhere on loan to get more experience.

francined69

26-09-2020, 08:21 AM

Thiago going to Bayern was also mainly due to Pep...

and Tiago coming to Liverpool FC also because of Klopp, finally taking a prized player from Bayern after all those years at Dortmund where literally Bayern has taken all of Dortmund best players under Klopp.

charlienicholas

26-09-2020, 09:54 AM

Liverpool v Arsenal x-x 2-0

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54267322

Charlie Predictions: 3 - 2

Sheff Utd vs Leeds Utd - 0 -2

francined69

27-09-2020, 09:13 AM

some entertainment before Tuesday morning game against Arsenal.

Liverpool Legendary Hat-tricks In EPL Era

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L-N0gaXl6w

francined69

27-09-2020, 12:35 PM

Fully focused on the next game!!!!!

https://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120343290_1569380989915142_4972976642511773614_o.j pg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=DiYn6RfLnh4AX8DuLqv&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=923a1317a5b46595660f6442d0e1e0e8&oe=5F96D0F0https://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120198233_1569381039915137_5429629748340544188_o.j pg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=3vgLktwaHpAAX9grOuw&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=118dd52d301a4c64290eaa44ee91438d&oe=5F9464EBhttps://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120200141_1569381133248461_1711012124385397289_o.j pg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=8_Aa31ElClsAX_UKKPB&_nc_oc=AQns9l2rYonsdbXaj3UBwO7Kg9G4saNpnFzol3MzLvH mLUwlKvFNSIdotVLUT5GSdrM&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=b0f350d970ddd2b86301db427f139cca&oe=5F955186https://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120268894_1569381199915121_3779437887141360399_o.j pg?_nc_cat=1&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=0IPPtIZkw0kAX80l2vc&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=8252a71daf063f1c4423245cab63d1e2&oe=5F94D34Dhttps://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120223027_1569381296581778_6730964928741935459_o.j pg?_nc_cat=110&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=MZX9ik9vs2AAX_CwugO&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=5dbc5b454ab561b9dcdc1dcac1566d11&oe=5F970AC1https://scontent-sin6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120245582_1569381339915107_8932221829723449357_o.j pg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=TdpqEd21ZQwAX9Za0Gh&_nc_oc=AQnJhCxnFA4WA85T_ofolZiylte77WPTJxP6DG5BdYa 6S3Ev3HisIrl8PaT2TlLsssY&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-1.xx&oh=5c75320b6d28e4f98f9977fce30a4c4b&oe=5F94BF7Bhttps://scontent-sin6-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120255185_1569381403248434_3532147267377398003_o.j pg?_nc_cat=105&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=GnwfP1yfWgwAX8MB0H6&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-2.xx&oh=142a9426c684b624a690678d397bd773&oe=5F9547CBhttps://scontent-sin6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/120195996_1569381449915096_7868804257195256294_o.j pg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=jedLzc3qKmMAX8Jiefq&_nc_ht=scontent-sin6-1.xx&oh=1c465cb40bc9f224f5cd8a9744041917&oe=5F958DAB

countryman

27-09-2020, 03:00 PM

escobar43535

27-09-2020, 07:06 PM

Can't believed it yet again how the scums won the match yesterday?
They were considered lucky not to have lost the match but they could even get the 3pts after the final whistle was blown! Actually final whistle was already blown @2-2 but ref awarded the scums a penalty even after the final whistle! Only the scums would enjoy such privileges.
Some black magic OGS might have been using...

Ironically I am happy United won.

Why? Because this gives OGS further extended time at United.

With Ole Gonna Freestyle/PE teacher as manager, I don't see United winning any major trophies.

Rat boy/rat face Gary Neville already proved wrong when he claimed United would win another EPL title before we do!

Now see Rio Ferdinand just as deluded showing support for OGS.

Long may this continue.

Everton now proving to be the real dark horses under Carlo. This one we need to take note.

countryman

27-09-2020, 09:13 PM

Allison n Thiago doubtful for Arsenal's match tomorrow, this is worrying! Let's hope Gomez is back so that Fab can move back to midfield.

Xgenre

27-09-2020, 09:21 PM

Thiago going to Bayern was also mainly due to Pep...

That's true also. May the best player partner VVD. I feel Gomez is not on form now. May be better to play Fabinho.

ThisIsMelwood

28-09-2020, 09:31 AM

Charlie Predictions: 3 - 2

Sheff Utd vs Leeds Utd - 0 -2

Leeds won only 90min. Well done.

Arsenal will be tough nut to crack.

Latest results with loads of surprises.

MC lost 2 - 5 to Leicester.

Only Everton and Leicester with perfect 9 points.

Hopefully Liverpool remain consistent to win.

ThisIsMelwood

28-09-2020, 09:32 AM

Klopp good friend ex-Huddersfield manager David Wagner sacked by Shalke.

Thiago and Alisson faces fitness test to face Arsenal???

If happened then bad news.

ThisIsMelwood

28-09-2020, 12:10 PM

Saw more ppl wearing Liverpool away kit.

Looks better when worn.

escobar43535

28-09-2020, 01:37 PM

Wow. Just. Wow.

Agent Rogers strikes again:D. Masterstroke this. Sells Chilwell for £55M, buys Castagne for £20M, shifts Justin to LB. Castagne has been quality in all three matches for Leicester:cool:

City giving away 3 stonewall penalties, never seen defending like it from a supposed top side and 2 of them from experienced professionals, so no excuses. Even with arrival of Dias, I wonder whether this shall finally tighten up their defence. Last season it was all about Laporte being absent, well then what was Laporte doing on the bench last night?

Those Man City wheels are looking wobbly, that was bad & it's striking again just how vulnerable they are once momentum shifts & teams beat that press. It was identical to the Lyon defeat in some ways with how they conceded chances.

Vincent Kompany and David Silva were two huge losses - those two are irreplaceable for that team. Also think they miss Sane as well. Pep seems to rely too much on KDB but KDB can't work miracles all the time.

Looking ahead to tonight's game, pity if both Alisson and Thiago are unavailable but it is what it is. We just need to deal with it similar to how we dealt with such situations last season. Luckily I think there is now more than enough depth in our midfield to deal with such situations. On the GK side, just have to hope Adrian is up for it.

Actually am more concerned on our back right side, particularly how to deal with PEA. Preferably Gomez should return if he is fully fit because of his pace. But if not then, Fabinho remains at CB with more cover from midfield to help him and TAA.

Its going to be a tough one tonight as I rate Arteta and his boys but if we just keep to doing what we do best and remain mentality monsters than I think we should pass this test.

Come on you reds!

PS. With this absolutely ridiculous new handball penalty rule, I say screw shooting on goal, when we get in the box aim at players arms:rolleyes::p

countryman

28-09-2020, 03:15 PM

This new handball ruling gona be changed again I'm pretty sure @the end of the season. If u had seen the Eric Dier incident yesterday u would understand why. It was ridiculous. How would they expect anyone jumping for the ball not to raise their arms?
The past 2 encounters with Arsenal, they had the edge over Pool but those were not important matches. So tonight Pool will be all out!
Pool 2-1 my prediction.

francined69

28-09-2020, 07:05 PM

Pep era at MC will be coming to an end soon.

But there are lots of improved teams in the PL this season. Leicester, Everton, Arsenal are among those.

For tomorrow's morning game, I'm still hoping Allison and Thiago are fit to play.

This will be a real test for us.

francined69

29-09-2020, 03:48 AM

Half time score Liverpool 2- Arsenal 1

Mane levels 1-1 and Robertson scores to make it 2-1

331282331283331284

francined69

29-09-2020, 04:53 AM

Final score Liverpool 3 - Arsenal 1

3rd goal by new boy Jota. 3 points gained. :D:D:D

https://pbs.twimg.com/ad_img/1310683634316316672/woYWxBUu?format=jpg&name=900x900

ThisIsMelwood

29-09-2020, 05:12 AM

Nice win. Perfect 3 out of 3. Second in table.

331333331334

Xgenre

29-09-2020, 05:17 AM

Jota looks like a good player. He will get better as he understands the tactics more. Could have scored 3 goals in the short time he played.

ThisIsMelwood

29-09-2020, 05:20 AM

Jota looks like a good player. He will get better as he understands the tactics more. Could have scored 3 goals in the short time he played.

Alisson was the giant man that save Liverpool win.

Twice he saved from Lacazette.

Xgenre

29-09-2020, 05:22 AM

Alisson was the giant man that save Liverpool win.

Twice he saved from Lacazette.

Yes that's true. The look on Lacazette's face after he was substituted says it all. Alisson had a great game

francined69

29-09-2020, 09:31 AM

Overall a great back to back performance by Klopp and team.

We could have a few more goals against Arsenal but Arsenal did not play too badly, even more so when Ceballos came on.

ThisIsMelwood

29-09-2020, 09:35 AM

Our boss was pure class when Klopp did the post game interview when he hard Roy Keane comments below. At least Gary Neville commentating had praised Liverpool for playing good football. Martin Tyler was commenting a different game when score was still 2-1. When Jota scored Tyler wasn't celebrating but said Liverpool collected 3 points.

Jurgen Klopp to Roy Keane: Liverpool weren't sloppy!

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has rejected Roy Keane's suggestion his side had 'sloppy' moments in their defeat of Arsenal, insisting the champions only deserved praise for their 3-1 victory.

Mishearing what the Sky Sports pundit had said about his team, the Liverpool boss insisted his side's performance had been "absolutely exceptional".

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11669/12084830/jurgen-klopp-to-roy-keane-liverpool-werent-sloppy

charlienicholas

29-09-2020, 09:42 AM

Alisson was the giant man that save Liverpool win.

Twice he saved from Lacazette.

Alisson from a different planet.

Yes that's true. The look on Lacazette's face after he was substituted says it all. Alisson had a great game

Lacazette will not be in Liverpool first XI.

charlienicholas

29-09-2020, 09:45 AM

Overall a great back to back performance by Klopp and team.

We could have a few more goals against Arsenal but Arsenal did not play too badly, even more so when Ceballos came on.

After shaky first match win vs Leeds, Liverpool showed their prowess and made a huge statement to retain title.

9 points from first 3 tough matches, Leeds (4 -3), Chelsea (0-2 away), Arsenal (3-1) will give the team confidence. Liverpool will be the team to beat.

escobar43535

29-09-2020, 10:10 AM

Buzzing today; it was an outstanding performance last night. Counter pressing, passing and high intensity:cool:

We created all 4 goals in the game. That's how little Arsenal did. Was PEA even playing?

Mane has taken his game to another level, absolutely world class. Alisson, showed once again why we paid £70m for him. Fabinho class DM. Jota take a bow son, welcome to Anfield. Also a special mention for Joe Gomez, looked solid and back to his best.

Seems like Martin Tyler was being his shitty bias anti Liverpool self again and Klopp had a bit of a tango with Roy Keane at the end:rolleyes:. Luvs it!:D

Oh and we still have Thiago to make his full debut.

Marker put down, statement of intent, we are the team to beat:cool:

countryman

29-09-2020, 04:29 PM

Keita has yet to put up a motm performance! Still waiting for that day to come. So far he has been poor, average to above average only.
This already his 3rd season @Liverpool, it's time to prove to us his worth!

countryman

30-09-2020, 05:47 AM

The truth is Tiago tested positive for covid19...

ThisIsMelwood

30-09-2020, 09:54 AM

Well fair play to rat faced Gary Neville.

Gary Neville: Liverpool a level above Manchester City

Gary Neville insists the application Liverpool are showing so far this season is a level above that of Manchester City.

Jurgen Klopp's side have started the defence of the Premier League title they won last season with three straight wins, including an impressive victory at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea and a 3-1 success at home to Arsenal on Monday Night Football.

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/29326/12085049/gary-neville-liverpool-a-level-above-manchester-city

ThisIsMelwood

30-09-2020, 10:05 AM

How fast Keane changes his tune.

Roy Keane changes his tune on Liverpool and makes Premier League title declaration

Former Manchester United man has been impressed with Liverpool and is backing them for the league title

https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/roy-keane-liverpool-arsenal-klopp-19013852

ThisIsMelwood

30-09-2020, 10:06 AM

The truth is Tiago tested positive for covid19...

Wished him a speedy recovery.

Beretta

30-09-2020, 07:12 PM

Wished him a speedy recovery.

For Covid19 there is no such thing as speedy recovery..... has to let the virus run its course for 2 weeks. Luckily for LFC he will only miss 2 games as there is an international break coming up.

Xgenre

30-09-2020, 07:24 PM

I worry if the virus has spread to the rest of the squad since they are in close proximity. Covid-19 may affect the lungs so he may be out for longer than a normal person since he needs to run for 90 mins. Not so advisable for a person who has just recovered from Covid 19 to be doing strenuous sports.

countryman

30-09-2020, 10:27 PM

pomrakthai

30-09-2020, 10:56 PM

For Covid19 there is no such thing as speedy recovery..... has to let the virus run its course for 2 weeks. Luckily for LFC he will only miss 2 games as there is an international break coming up.

Allow me to throw more light onto this issue. The 14 day period is for a quarantine enforced for those suspected or coming from high risk countries [in fact nearly all countries in this world] as the virus has an incubation within a few days but never exceed 14 days to be safe, i.e. after 14 days, if no signs of the virus [via symptoms or by tests], then it is safe to go back into the community. If infected, the patient will be hospitalized and not quarantined, which will undergo treatments [maybe by ACE cocktails] and may last for at least a month or longer or shorter if death occurs. So, if Thiago is infected [positive] then it may be longer than 14 days for him to stay away. The strain in Europe is deadlier than the strain found in Malaysia and Singapore, quite worrisome for fans to know that :(

countryman

01-10-2020, 03:20 AM

Quite ass luck lately.. Within short period of time, the 2 new signings Tsimikas n Thiago gotten it already.
Many ppl in UK are still very stubborn not putting on mask. That's why the high infection rates in the UK everyday.

KatongCowboy

01-10-2020, 11:38 PM

Allow me to throw more light onto this issue. The 14 day period is for a quarantine enforced for those suspected or coming from high risk countries [in fact nearly all countries in this world] as the virus has an incubation within a few days but never exceed 14 days to be safe, i.e. after 14 days, if no signs of the virus [via symptoms or by tests], then it is safe to go back into the community. If infected, the patient will be hospitalized and not quarantined, which will undergo treatments [maybe by ACE cocktails] and may last for at least a month or longer or shorter if death occurs. So, if Thiago is infected [positive] then it may be longer than 14 days for him to stay away. The strain in Europe is deadlier than the strain found in Malaysia and Singapore, quite worrisome for fans to know that :(

I think different countries have different SOPs for dealing with those infected by the Covid19 virus.

Here in Singapore..... being tested positive for Covid19 does not mean hospitalisation. They will only send you to hospital if you belong to the high risk group (peeps with pre-existing medical conditions) or in the elderly age group (60 & above). My neighbour who is 57 was turned away by a hospital and the doctor scold him " you are only 57 you are not old.".... and redirected the nurses to send him to the quarantine centre instead.

Covid19 positive cases are sent to quarantine centres with other confirmed cases and do nothing there but wait for their own immune system to deal with the virus. Only when they develop serious symptoms then they are brought to the NCID for treatment.

My company employs more than 600 Banglas / Ah Nehs and more than 50% of them tested positive for Covid19 during the CB. We were surprised when all of them were sent to the quarantine centres in Expo instead of brought to the hospitals. Nothing to do there but eat sleep & play smartphone..... with no medication given.
Testing done everyday and they will be discharged upon getting a negative test result. So Covid19 is not as scary for normal healthy folks...... only becomes dangerous to the vulnerable high risk groups.
Thiago will recover easily as he is a fit young man.

escobar43535

02-10-2020, 01:21 AM

Pretty happy with our group D draw:)

City as usual look to have quite easy yet again.

United's group H looks to be a tough one.

CL 20/21 full group stage draw

Group A: Bayern Munich, Atlético Madrid, Salzburg, Lokomotiv Moscow

Group B: Real Madrid, Shakhtar Donetsk, Inter, Monchengladbach

Group C: Porto, Manchester City, Olympiakos, Marseille

Group D: Liverpool, Ajax, Atalanta, Midtjylland

Group E: Sevilla, Chelsea, Krasnodar, Rennes

Group F: Zenit, Dortmund, Lazio, Club Brugge

Group G: Juventus, Barcelona, Dynamo Kyiv, Ferencvaros

Group H: PSG, Manchester United, RB Leipzig, Istanbul Basaksehir

JohnHandcock

02-10-2020, 02:29 AM

Ajax and Atalanta are attacking teams, suit us well. Should have high scoring matches with them. Not sure about the Danish team.

ThisIsMelwood

02-10-2020, 04:55 AM

Group D

331793

ThisIsMelwood

02-10-2020, 04:58 AM

Liverpool as usual out of Carabao cup losing 4 - 5 on penalty after scoreless draw. More rest days for team. Now can offload players that will not play in first XI.

331794

countryman

02-10-2020, 05:43 AM

francined69

02-10-2020, 09:00 AM

ThisIsMelwood

02-10-2020, 09:20 AM

Harry Wilson was horrible, no enthusiasm @all n he don't seemed interested. It was a real lousy feeling again to lose on penalties.
Origi was the main culprit to miss the penalty as Ars had just missed. Wilson's penalty was weak n predictable thus easily saved by Leno in the sudden death penalty.
Pool should off load Wilson soon.
Hope Pool will not give up on the FA Cup easily this season.

Given a chance to play and these guys failed. So who to blame when Klopp dun play them in PL or CL.

Anyway get that out of mind and let's hope for a thorough examination away to Aston Villa on Sunday. Really short rest and turnover. Tight schedule packed to brim when CL starts.

Heard teams expected to play consecutive weeks for CL matches.

Xgenre

02-10-2020, 10:03 AM

Harry Wilson is likely to stay, at least until January anyway. Seems like the preference is to sell Shaqiri first. Liverpool will not be selling Harry Wilson on the cheap if he is currently on low wages.

lawro

02-10-2020, 11:57 AM

Aston Villa v Liverpool x-x 0-2

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54324988

escobar43535

02-10-2020, 12:36 PM

No interest in this Mickey Mouse League Cup, oh and while we are at it neither am I interested in the FA Cup. These two domestic cup competitions only of use to give our young players and fringe players some competitive game time.

Only the PL and CL matter, nothing else.

Back to the game, did not watch it but based on the highlights and what I read, our mainly fringe team played quite well save for lacking clinical finishing in front of Arsenal's goal, that and Leno their GK was apparently the motm.

Seems like Rhys Williams and Grujic played well; Jota, Jones and Minamino had quite good run outs.

Wilson does not seem to make the cut here. If we can get a good price he should be sold. Looks like Shaqiri is on his way out as well. Pity because I think he was useful but unfortunately seemed injured most of the time, so better he moves on, hopefully at a good price. As for Origi, difficult one because I think he is best suited as a central striker but Klopp keeps putting him on the sides where he is unproductive. Now with Jota in, perhaps it is time to say goodbye to Origi as well, but again only at a good price.

Anyways, we move on to Villa on Sunday. Now this one is an important match and hope to see us continue on our winning run with another precious three points.

countryman

02-10-2020, 03:08 PM

The League Cup is the least important competition we want to be in. Losing on penalties is no shame but the PL win on Monday is much more important for Pool.

I'm sure on Klopp's agenda are the PL and the CL titles again this year. That's where the big money is and what every players wants to be performing at their best.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxmJawLzAL0

Arteta talking nonsense saying Arsenal was much better n they controlled the game! Rubbish...
Pool was clearly the much better side n definitely looked more dangerous.

Xgenre

02-10-2020, 07:29 PM

Brewster seems to be sold for $23 million pounds to Sheffield United. There seems to be buyback clause. Also seems to have sell-on fee if we do not wish to buy him back. (This is Anfield) reports there is $18m upfront fee payment. This is unusual as fees tend to be staggered across seasons.

I hope Grujic stays. I think he is good enough to play for us now and he will continue to improve. No need to search for Gini or Milner replacement in future. Plus he seems happy to be a squad player here. He was a regular starter at Hertha Berlin. In fact his manager then said Grujic is the best player ever to play for Hertha Berlin. Best player ever.. big compliment.

countryman

03-10-2020, 05:45 AM

Latest : Mane tested positive for covid19....
Real ass luck (

ThisIsMelwood

03-10-2020, 08:13 AM

Happy birthday to Alisson.

Born: 2 October 1992 (age 28 years)

331995

francined69

03-10-2020, 08:20 AM

Sadio Mane tests positive for COVD-19. :(:(:(

SQ2600

03-10-2020, 01:04 PM

Sadio Mane tests positive for COVD-19. :(:(:(

Heard our new Greek left back oso suspected kenna..... pending confirmation of followup 2nd test.

charlienicholas

03-10-2020, 02:07 PM

Aston Villa v Liverpool x-x 0-2

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/54324988

Charlie prediction: 1 - 2

ThisIsMelwood

04-10-2020, 02:11 PM

Heard our new Greek left back oso suspected kenna..... pending confirmation of followup 2nd test.

Kostas Tsimikas tested positive after he signed for Liverpool and already did his quarantine. Now he is injured.

Sadio Mane tests positive for COVD-19. :(:(:(

Mane out so who to come in for a start?

Jota or Origi or Minamino?

ThisIsMelwood

04-10-2020, 02:13 PM

Only Leicester and Liverpool can join Everton to be perfect starts win 4 out of 4 matches.

Setting up an interesting merseyside derby on 17 Oct after the international break.

Xgenre

04-10-2020, 02:40 PM

ThisIsMelwood

04-10-2020, 02:57 PM

3rd covid case in the squad. Hopefully no more. Looking at the Brewster transfer, I cannot remember any Liverpool player who was loaned out and then come back to stake a place in the squad. We tend to loan out, increase their visibility and then sell them for a higher price. Can you all recall anyone who was loaned out and came back to be part of the squad? If not, next time we read about a player being loaned out, we can roughly tell he has no long term future in the club.

Brewster was loaned out and sold with buy back clause.

Brewster wanted more playing time and so have to sell. Also as a striker, he has no chance to play for Liverpool except domestic Cup competition. Even that does any of the players stand out to be considered except maybe Curtis Jones.

Curtis Jones is midfielder and have better chance to paly for Liverpool as bench player.

ThisIsMelwood

04-10-2020, 06:24 PM

Can you name 20 agents.

332198

countryman

04-10-2020, 10:41 PM

Allison ruled out of Villa match...
Could it be covid19?

JohnHandcock

05-10-2020, 12:24 AM

Scums 1 Spurs 4 HT
Hope they don't sack OGS :D :D

countryman

05-10-2020, 02:55 AM

Villa 4-1 up 38min.... Disaster!

countryman

05-10-2020, 03:34 AM

5-1 now 53min. Villa is scoring for fun.... Well done! :D

countryman

05-10-2020, 04:11 AM

Most memorable day in English football. Pool 2-7 04Oct 20'

francined69

05-10-2020, 05:09 AM

ThisIsMelwood

05-10-2020, 05:18 AM

Tot was watching a horror show. Heavy defeat for champion. All the teams will chase Everton only perfect team.

332314332315

francined69

05-10-2020, 05:32 AM

Tot was watching a horror show. Heavy defeat for champion. All the teams will chase Everton only perfect team.

332314332315

Looking at these stats, it's hard to believe we are outplayed by Villa but the end result says it all.

it's a timely wakeup call for Klopp and team. it's not going to be easy retaining the title this season.

countryman

05-10-2020, 05:53 AM

The 1st match against Leeds was a wake up call already about Pool's defending. Klopp was also being too complacent. Hope he'll rectify the problem before the next match.
It's proven Adrain is not suitable as 2nd choice keeper. His mistakes in the CL against At.Mad already done enough damage for Pool n now it has happened again. All silly school boy mistakes. I reckon using Karius as 2nd choice keeper won't be any worse off.Only Robbo n Salah played well, the rest were rubbish especially Keita. He's a big flop n real waste of $...

LeeHsienLoong

05-10-2020, 01:19 PM

Fans were laughing and mocking United.
At least United conceded 4 goals with 10 men on the pitch while we let in 7 goals with 11 men on the pitch.
Look at your own backyard first.

francined69

05-10-2020, 01:39 PM

need to correct our mistakes and tactics, and be at our very best front, center and back in order to match Carlo's formidable Everton team who is looking to be the dark horse now.

Adrian will stand in for Alisson who is expected to be out for few weeks at least :(

Xgenre

05-10-2020, 02:25 PM

Maybe we will see the return of Karius next match. He was heckled by away fans who remind him of his mistakes at the CL final. Now with no fans in the stadium, it may work to his advantage. Adrian is too error prone. He costs us the match in the A. Madrid game too. Shocking defeat.

escobar43535

05-10-2020, 02:50 PM

7 - 2 loss by Liverpool, what a disaster showing at Villa Park. this high line defense tactic is fully exploited now.

our next game against Everton will be toughest as Ancelotti has a good track record playing against Klopp.

The high line defense works well provided the high press is executed properly at the same time. Last night our high press was shockingly poor.

Apart from Salah, Robertson and Jota, the rest of the team were really bad. But what is most obvious is that TAA is vulnerable with Gomez. If Henderson was around it probably would have been alright. Unfortunately Keita was bad and so too Bobby.

On the Adrian front, yes he was terrible but not the only one to blame for this thrashing. Even the big man himself VVD was poor.

Klopp needs to get our mojo back very quickly. Hopefully we shall at least have Mane, Henderson and Thiago back for the Everton match. On the GK, unfortunately Alisson wont be back and thus I wonder if Kelleher should be given a chance? If Matip is still not fit I might even consider putting Fabinho at CB in place of Gomez. At the top, I would put Salah in the middle, move Mane to the right and give Jota a chance on the left, putting Bobby on the bench.

Congrats to the Villans, they really humbled us. But keep the faith guys!

countryman

05-10-2020, 03:44 PM

That 62/63 season where Pool conceded 7 n Manure conceded 6 in a league match, ironically the champions was Everton.... :D

Shiofukis

05-10-2020, 04:43 PM

That 62/63 season where Pool conceded 7 n Manure conceded 6 in a league match, ironically the champions was Everton.... :D
From Liverpool Echo:

In 1976 , Reds also visited Villa Park as reigning champions and being smashed 5-1. They went on to retain the title and win the European Cup :p

countryman

05-10-2020, 05:07 PM

From Liverpool Echo:

In 1976 , Reds also visited Villa Park as reigning champions and being smashed 5-1. They went on to retain the title and win the European Cup :p

Back than, remember Andy Gray was Villa's centre fwd n there was another Villa striker Brian Little with his hippie long hair. :D

Xgenre

05-10-2020, 08:10 PM

Back than, remember Andy Gray was Villa's centre fwd n there was a another Villa striker Brian Little with his hippie long hair. :D

You watch Liverpool matches in 1976? Just curious bro, how old are you now? Must salute you for remembering.

countryman

05-10-2020, 08:46 PM

You watch Liverpool matches in 1976? Just curious bro, how old are you now? Must salute you for remembering.

Small primary school kid back than... Started supporting Pool with Keegan Toshack Clemence Heighway Hughes Case Neal etc.... :D
I'm sure u remember them fondly!

ThisIsMelwood

06-10-2020, 09:41 AM

Transfer window close and Liverpool didn't offload any players.

Shaqiri, Grujic, Wilson all still around.

Domestic window only close on 16 Oct so still have time to loan out players.

ThisIsMelwood

06-10-2020, 09:43 AM

The high line defense works well provided the high press is executed properly at the same time. Last night our high press was shockingly poor.

Apart from Salah, Robertson and Jota, the rest of the team were really bad. But what is most obvious is that TAA is vulnerable with Gomez. If Henderson was around it probably would have been alright. Unfortunately Keita was bad and so too Bobby.

On the Adrian front, yes he was terrible but not the only one to blame for this thrashing. Even the big man himself VVD was poor.

Klopp needs to get our mojo back very quickly. Hopefully we shall at least have Mane, Henderson and Thiago back for the Everton match. On the GK, unfortunately Alisson wont be back and thus I wonder if Kelleher should be given a chance? If Matip is still not fit I might even consider putting Fabinho at CB in place of Gomez. At the top, I would put Salah in the middle, move Mane to the right and give Jota a chance on the left, putting Bobby on the bench.

Congrats to the Villans, they really humbled us. But keep the faith guys!

I just want to forget the horror show and take it as one of the worst day.

Is a long season and still 102 points to fight for with Jan transfer window to come.

escobar43535

06-10-2020, 05:14 PM

I just want to forget the horror show and take it as one of the worst day.

Is a long season and still 102 points to fight for with Jan transfer window to come.

Yes still 34 matches to be played, so early days yet. Like I said earlier, we should get a clearer picture as to how LFC shall be faring this season after 10 matches as our first 10 matches include top and tricky clubs.

But I am sure Klopp and his boys are not going to forget this shocking massacre at Villa Park. Instead they should deal with and find solutions to all the obvious problems which have appeared intermittently since the return after the lockdown last season culminating in this awful humbling disaster last Sunday.

Ultimately we need to return to our mentality monster mode asap starting with the Merseyside derby next.

ThisIsMelwood

06-10-2020, 05:35 PM

Ultimately we need to return to our mentality monster mode asap starting with the Merseyside derby next.

Thiago may be allowed to train Thursday or Friday?

Shaqiri now tested positive.

Xgenre

06-10-2020, 05:40 PM

Thiago may be allowed to train Thursday or Friday?

Shaqiri now tested positive.

No point letting him train too early. There is a 2 week international break right? Better let him rest more. My worst fears.. covid 19 has an incubation period. Hopefully no more.

ThisIsMelwood

07-10-2020, 09:46 AM

Grujic loan to Porto on deadline day.

Hope some surplus players loaned out.

Jack Butland rumored to join Liverpool from Stokes after Adrian nightmare show.

Xgenre

07-10-2020, 09:54 AM

Grujic loan to Porto on deadline day.

If he is not loaned out, he cannot play until Jan as we have too many non home grown players. I think Liverpool was expecting Shaqiri to leave and then Grujic can stay to fulfil the non-home grown player quota. Grujic is a good player. Way better than Emre Can.

Frankiestine

07-10-2020, 11:02 AM

Small primary school kid back than... Started supporting Pool with Keegan Toshack Clemence Heighway Hughes Case Neal etc.... :D
I'm sure u remember them fondly!

same same here, back then the only way to catch up on EPL was the weekend snippets featuring one main match and two shorten snippets. Also not forgetting the weekly SHOOT magazine at S$1 per copy...:p

francined69

07-10-2020, 01:01 PM

No point letting him train too early. There is a 2 week international break right? Better let him rest more. My worst fears.. covid 19 has an incubation period. Hopefully no more.

better Thiago miss the international games and be fully match fit after the break. is better for Pool.

likewise for Shaqiri, if we can't offload him then we should use him well.

has anyone noticed that if Liverpool does well, so does LA Lakers. I'm a big fan of both teams since young.

ThisIsMelwood

07-10-2020, 01:39 PM

Happy birthday to local born bred scouser.

7 October 1998 (age 22 years)

332795

countryman

07-10-2020, 03:40 PM

Hope Pool gets a goalie on loan asap. Adrain is too error prone n it has been costly for the team. Letting in that 1st goal against Villa was very crucial cos it rocked the confidence n morale of the team. Joe Hart is actually a good acquisition but too bad he is taken already.

Xgenre

07-10-2020, 09:35 PM

better Thiago miss the international games and be fully match fit after the break. is better for Pool.

Actually I read that Liverpool cannot disclose Thiago has covid 19 due to patient confidentiality rights. Cannot be you are sick then your employer go tell the world what illness you have right? But Thiago requested that Liverpool announce he has Covid 19. He wants his fellow Spaniards to understand why he cannot be taking part in the upcoming international games. Otherwise his countrymen may think he prioritise Liverpool over Spain.

ThisIsMelwood

08-10-2020, 10:02 AM

On 8 Oct 2015, Jurgen Klopp appointed Liverpool manager. Celebrate 5 years in-charge.

333045

He made doubters into believers.

ThisIsMelwood

08-10-2020, 03:11 PM

Can you name 20 agents.

Answer
333208

francined69

08-10-2020, 03:52 PM

next match on 17 Oct against Everton will be tough game, hopefully we can have Mane and Thiago back in the squad. Henderson would be good too. hopefully no one gets injured during their international duties.

too early to predict a scoreline.

awakened

09-10-2020, 12:47 AM

Hope Pool gets a goalie on loan asap..

You got your wish..... in fact Liverpool went a step further and bought a goalie instead of loaning one.

Yes.... Liverpool has bought 17 yr old brazilian goalie Marcelo Pituluga. A World Cup champion with the Brazil team that won the U17 World Cup..... and he is also a cousin brother to Alisson.

ThisIsMelwood

09-10-2020, 09:25 AM

escobar43535

09-10-2020, 12:47 PM

Liverpool’s 24-man squad for Champions League group stage confirmed

Goalkeepers: Alisson, Adrian, Kelleher

Defenders: Van Dijk, Gomez, Matip, Alexander-Arnold, Robertson, Tsimikas

Midfielders: Fabinho, Thiago, Henderson, Wijnaldum, Keita, Milner, Oxlade-Chamberlain

Forwards: Salah, Mane, Firmino, Minamino, Jota, Origi, Shaqiri, Elliott

Likely List B: R.Williams, N.Williams, Jones

PS - Shaqiri tested false positive for covid-19.
Thanks for this list.

A bit curious though because I saw what looks to be like our 25 man EPL list somewhere else and Shaqiri was named under midfielders together with Curtis Jones. If I were Klopp I rather take out Elliott from the above list and put in Curtis instead as I think Curtis seems to be improving at a faster pace.

Hope to see Matip, Ox and Shaqiri less on the injury list and instead fit and sharp. Might as well include Keita and Alisson in this group as well.

escobar43535

09-10-2020, 12:54 PM

You got your wish..... in fact Liverpool went a step further and bought a goalie instead of loaning one.

Yes.... Liverpool has bought 17 yr old brazilian goalie Marcelo Pituluga. A World Cup champion with the Brazil team that won the U17 World Cup..... and he is also a cousin brother to Alisson.

This chap is way too young to even overtake Kelleher let alone Adrian at such short notice.

Tbh it looks like we are stuck with Adrian as #2 this season. We just have to work with it and protect Adrian like a fortress whenever he plays. Also I think Adrian should not play out from the back, he is just too error prone in this regard. As a shot stopper I think he is not too bad for a #2 though.

Adrian needs to get his confidence back asap for the Everton game. Think Klopp did the right thing by taking away the pressure from Adrian as he did not blame him for our shocking loss at Villa Park, just the first goal.

countryman

09-10-2020, 02:29 PM

This chap is way too young to even overtake Kelleher let alone Adrian at such short notice.

Tbh it looks like we are stuck with Adrian as #2 this season. We just have to work with it and protect Adrian like a fortress whenever he plays. Also I think Adrian should not play out from the back, he is just too error prone in this regard. As a shot stopper I think he is not too bad for a #2 though.

Adrian needs to get his confidence back asap for the Everton game. Think Klopp did the right thing by taking away the pressure from Adrian as he did not blame him for our shocking loss at Villa Park, just the first goal.
That's Klopp's virtue if u have been noticing all these while. He'll not speak negatively about any of his players to the public even after a horrible performance. But behind the scene I'm sure he'll go hard on them!
Nowadays everytime I see Adrain handling the ball I'll tremble. I'll rather see him just kick or throw the ball out straightaway!

Xgenre

09-10-2020, 03:47 PM

A bit curious though because I saw what looks to be like our 25 man EPL list somewhere else and Shaqiri was named under midfielders together with Curtis Jones. If I were Klopp I rather take out Elliott from the above list and put in Curtis instead as I think Curtis seems to be improving at a faster pace.

Curtis Jones is in the B list for Champions League as he is under 21 and club-grown. He can still play in the CL for us. Elliot is not club grown as he is trained by Fulham so he has got to be on the list. Don't see him playing in this year's CL as a starting 11 or substitute though. By the way, CL games can have 5 substitutes per game. This is to our advantage as we have squad quality in depth this season.

countryman

09-10-2020, 08:36 PM

Lately Elliott's form has dipped quite a bit. Not as sharp n clinical with his passing n dribbling compared to when he 1st arrived.

escobar43535

10-10-2020, 10:34 AM

Curtis Jones is in the B list for Champions League as he is under 21 and club-grown. He can still play in the CL for us. Elliot is not club grown as he is trained by Fulham so he has got to be on the list. Don't see him playing in this year's CL as a starting 11 or substitute though. By the way, CL games can have 5 substitutes per game. This is to our advantage as we have squad quality in depth this season.

Oic. Appreciate the information bro.

On paper, the depth of our squad looks good. But in reality this is dependent on the usual suspects not getting injured, keeping fit and getting back into top gear consistently.

Grounded Eagle

11-10-2020, 01:33 AM

Strange...... but many bookies are placing Everton as the favourites in the upcoming Merseyside Derby. Do they know something which we don't?

ThisIsMelwood

11-10-2020, 08:29 AM

Strange...... but many bookies are placing Everton as the favourites in the upcoming Merseyside Derby. Do they know something which we don't?

Just check the early odds for the derby.

Liverpool let 0.5.

Xgenre

11-10-2020, 09:21 AM

Strange...... but many bookies are placing Everton as the favourites in the upcoming Merseyside Derby. Do they know something which we don't?

How do they decide? With 2 more rounds of international games (i think) coming up next week plus the worsening covid situation around the world, how do they know which players will remain injury free and covid 19 free?Remember, Everton has a strong starting 11 while we have a strong squad. They miss a few players only the whole game is different.

We are almost back to full squad. Thiago will be covid-19 free, have a good 2 week's rest (he has almost no holiday before joining us).Maybe you should buy a Liverpool win now since the odds are in our favour.

Liverpool let 0.5.

Means what? Liverpool is favourite?

ThisIsMelwood

11-10-2020, 09:44 AM

Means what? Liverpool is favourite?

Yes.

Also means Liverpool give handicap half ball to Everton. If game ends in 90 mins draw then those bet Everton collect money.

Everton odds slashed to 10 to 1 to lift the EPL title.
Liverpool stays at 2 to 1 to defend title.
Man city at 2.5 to 1.

These odds changes weekly or as and when results in.

escobar43535

11-10-2020, 01:44 PM

Lots of its and buts over this upcoming Merseyside derby.

I think if Henderson, Thiago and Mane return fit and sharp, plus VVD returns to being the #1 CB in the world instead of his recent lackadaisical self and TAA also reverts back to top form, then we should stand a pretty good chance.

That said Everton not only have a strong first XI( well maybe X because Pickford can be erratic, hope he has some bloopers on Saturday!) but also have a wily old cat world class manager in Don Carlo whose record against Klopp is pretty good. Not forgetting this is at Everton's home.

Tbh at the moment a draw would not be such a bad result.

A lot riding on Adrian and our defence getting their act together plus our high press being executed ruthlessly. We got to hunt in packs relentless whenever we do not have the ball exactly like we use to in our last two successful seasons.

Really hope to see the return of reds mentality monsters on Saturday.

countryman

11-10-2020, 05:41 PM

Strange...... but many bookies are placing Everton as the favourites in the upcoming Merseyside Derby. Do they know something which we don't?

There is no way Everton is favourite. Pool is still giving the -0.5 handicap n they will be the favourites all the way till ko.

Xgenre

11-10-2020, 05:50 PM

Not forgetting this is at Everton's home.

As long as fans cannot enter the stadium, there is very little home ground advantage I feel. We won at Chelsea too. Without the fans, every stadium feels the same. Watching the games this year..it lacks some urgency or feel without the crowd leh.

Anyway, Thiago is out of isolation and walking around Liverpool taking photos along the way. Covid 19 is a respiratory disease. Hopefully it has not damaged or strained his lungs too much. otherwise it will be harder for him to run so much over 90 minutes.

countryman

11-10-2020, 10:41 PM

Latest : Keita has tested positive for Covid-19.....

Beretta

11-10-2020, 11:29 PM

There is no way Everton is favourite. Pool is still giving the -0.5 handicap n they will be the favourites all the way till ko.

Rumours saying Covid19 cluster at Melwood with 2 staff testing positive and suspected several more yet to be confirmed. Maybe the bookies have insider news?

Dun forget several Liverpool fans died from Covid19 earlier this year after attending the CL game vs At Madrid and infected at the game.

Beretta

11-10-2020, 11:32 PM

Arsenal training ground also closed shop for quarantine after one of the academy staff member tested positive for Covid19.

escobar43535

11-10-2020, 11:41 PM

Yup just heard about Keita testing positive for Covid-19.

Was watching Sky news channel, seems like the city of Liverpool is now having it bad with Covid-19, so much so that the city itself might go into lock down from Monday.

Wonder whether this might even affect the Merseyside derby on Saturday?

charlienicholas

12-10-2020, 10:00 AM

Premier League: Liverpool and Manchester United propose major changes to English football

Premier League says some of the proposals "could have a damaging impact on the whole game" and are "disappointed" by EFL chairman Rick Parry's public support for them

A proposal to change the voting structure of the Premier League, as well as funding models for the English Football League and Football Association, has been drawn up by Liverpool's owners and is backed by Manchester United.

The proposal - called 'Project Big Picture' - includes several other major changes to the structure of English football, including a reduction from 20 to 18 teams in the Premier League and the scrapping of the EFL Cup and Community Shield.

The Premier League issued a statement shortly after the plans were first reported by the Daily Telegraph on Sunday, saying "a number of the individual proposals in the plan published today could have a damaging impact on the whole game".

Initial talks between Liverpool, United and the other "big six" clubs - Manchester City, Tottenham, Arsenal and Chelsea - have taken place, with hope an agreement can be reached.

The reform plan, drawn up by Liverpool's owners, Fenway Sports Group, was started in 2017 and is seen as a radical change to football governance. It has been accelerated by the coronavirus pandemic due to the financial situation facing many EFL clubs.

One of the most appealing parts for some EFL clubs may be 25 per cent of all combined Premier League and EFL revenues going to them, with an advance of up to £250m being made available early to help during the pandemic.

The proposed changes would put the majority of the power into the hands of the biggest clubs, ending the division's current one-club, one-vote system.

The plan calls for the nine clubs with the longest continued presence in the league, which includes the 'big six', to be given "long-term shareholder" status and the ability to make changes with the support of just six of the nine.

Along with the £250m up front payment to the EFL, the FA would also receive £100m as a gift.

'Plans extremely attractive to EFL'

EFL chairman Rick Parry, the former Liverpool chief executive, has strongly backed the plan, saying it resolves many of the issues currently facing EFL clubs.

Speaking on Sunday evening, he said: "This is a proposal to reset the long-term future of the English pyramid.

"This would produce long-term sustainability for all of our clubs. It would narrow the gap between the Championship and the Premier League. It would abolish parachute payments, which create a major imbalance within the Championship. Plus, there's a short-term package of immediate relief.

"It probably is the biggest idea since the formation of the Premier League. In terms of rebalancing the game, providing fairer shares for all, securing the financial future of the pyramid - for us, it's extremely attractive."

Asked whether the proposals have the support of the EFL clubs, Parry said: "We shall see in the coming days. I genuinely believe it's in their very best interests.

"I've had the chance to talk to a limited number of them today and they've been extremely receptive."

The Premier League said it was "disappointed" by Parry's public support for the plans. As well as the Premier League reducing in size from 20 clubs to 18, there would also be a change to the promotion and relegation exchange with the Championship.

The bottom two clubs would be automatically relegated from the Premier League and replaced with the top two from the Championship.

The 16th-placed Premier League club would have to play in a play-off with the Championship's third, fourth and fifth-placed teams.

The usual curtain-raising Community Shield match between the Premier League title-holders and FA Cup winners would be scrapped under the proposals, along with the EFL Cup. Other reports have claimed that rather than a complete abolition of the EFL Cup, it could continue without teams who are playing in European competition.

The plan would need the support of 14 of the Premier League's 20 clubs to be approved.

Full Premier League statement

We have seen media reports today regarding a plan to restructure football in this country.

English football is the world's most watched, and has a vibrant, dynamic and competitive league structure that drives interest around the globe. To maintain this position, it is important that we all work together. Both the Premier League and The FA support a wide-ranging discussion on the future of the game, including its competition structures, calendar and overall financing particularly in light of the effects of COVID-19.

Football has many stakeholders, therefore this work should be carried out through the proper channels enabling all clubs and stakeholders the opportunity to contribute.

In the Premier League's view, a number of the individual proposals in the plan published today could have a damaging impact on the whole game and we are disappointed to see that Rick Parry, Chair of the EFL, has given his on-the-record support.

The Premier League has been working in good faith with its clubs and the EFL to seek a resolution to the requirement for COVID-19 rescue funding. This work will continue.

DCMS: Proposals 'deeply troubling'

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport released a statement on Sunday criticising the proposals, and accusing the Premier League's biggest sides of trying to create a "closed shop".

The statement read: "We are surprised and disappointed that at a time of crisis when we have urged the top tiers of professional football to come together and finalise a deal to help lower league clubs, there appear to be backroom deals being cooked up that would create a closed shop at the very top of the game.

"Sustainability, integrity and fair competition are absolutely paramount and anything that may undermine them is deeply troubling. Fans must be front of all our minds, and this shows why our fan-led review of football governance will be so critical."

Parry hit back at the DCMS, saying: "There is no backdoor - these proposals are entirely transparent. The [DCMS] haven't seen them yet, so what they're commenting on, I can only speculate.

"Maybe they should have come up with a more measured view. We will take the time to explain the proposals and I have every confidence that, when they see them, they will actually see the merits. Rushing out ill-considered statements, I don't think is terribly helpful."

Xgenre

12-10-2020, 12:56 PM

I think the proposed changes by Rick Parry just means we need to pay more to watch EPL. It is all about getting more money from wherever they can. After Brexit, European players may not be able to play so easily in England. The EPL may not be so interesting to watch.

francined69

13-10-2020, 01:26 PM

looks a very busy busy schedule for Liverpool FC 1st team, one competitive game every 3-4 days for 2 months :eek:

333913

francined69

13-10-2020, 02:08 PM

https://www.thisisanfield.com/2020/10/liverpool-boosted-by-training-return-of-sadio-mane-thiago-after-self-isolation-period/?utm_source=morningbriefing

Liverpool boosted by training return of Sadio Mane & Thiago after self-isolation period

Sadio Mane and Thiago both returned to training on Monday following on from their self-isolation period after testing positive for coronavirus.

The news of their return comes ahead of the Reds’ trip to Goodison Park for the 238th Merseyside derby, where they will have at least four days to prove their fitness.

Thiago was one of the first Liverpool players to test positive days after making his debut at Chelsea and one of a rising number in the Premier League.

While asymptomatic, he was required to undergo a 10-day period of isolation which ruled him out of both games against Arsenal and the defeat at Aston Villa.

The latter was a game also missed by Mane after it was confirmed that he tested positive days out from the league clash, but he too has now recovered and has made his safe return.

It comes as a major boost to Jurgen Klopp ahead of an all-important clash with Everton, with Thiago in line for his first start since his summer switch.

The Spaniard would boost the Reds’ midfield options with Jordan Henderson still on the comeback trail to match fitness, which was boosted by featuring for just over an hour in England’s win over Belgium.

The availability of Fabinho, meanwhile, is not set to be known until hours before kickoff on Saturday once his test results return following exploits with Brazil in South America.

But reports from a number of Merseyside reporters, including the Mirror’s David Maddock and the Telegraph’s Chris Bascombe state that the club are still awaiting the results of a second test on Naby Keita after reports from Africa emerged that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

He travelled to Portugal for two friendly games, the second of which has now been cancelled but he is currently in isolation as he awaits the results of his latest test.

Keita was the second Red to test positive during the break, following on from Xherdan Shaqiri who later tested negative enabling him to rejoin his Switzerland teammates.