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The Athletic's James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Andy Jones join Tony Evans to bring you the very best insight into Liverpool Football Club twice a week, every week. Follow for expert knowledge of the club from breaking news to entertaining and informed discussion around the club.
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- Yesterday50 min
How has Iraola done so far?
James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans to assess Liverpool’s start to the season, praise the improvements at the back and ask whether the attack is still searching for its rhythm.Liverpool head into the international break with a win at Bournemouth and three successive Premier League clean sheets — but just how good has Iraola’s start been? The guys give the head coach an early grade and look at what’s happening across the rest of the Premier League.And with three weeks without Liverpool, the lads are each given a non-league club to follow — Bootle FC, South Liverpool FC and Marine AFC — as we go in search of some football during the international break.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce & Andy JonesProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago44 min
Who should start in midfield at Bournemouth?
James Pearce & Simon Hughes join Tony Evans to look ahead to Liverpool’s trip to Bournemouth and ask what we learnt from the youngsters’ impressive display against Tottenham in the Carabao Cup.Dominik Szoboszlai produced a stunning strike against Spurs, but should he be playing as a No.10 instead of Florian Wirtz? Alexis Mac Allister has been excellent in recent games, while Trey Nyoni impressed in midweek — so who should make up Liverpool’s midfield three at Bournemouth?The guys also discuss Andoni Iraola’s return to his former club, whether Sunday’s game carries extra significance before the international break, and what Liverpool’s League Cup win means for their squad depth.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce & Simon HughesProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago50 min
Can Wirtz, Gravenberch & Szoboszlai play in the same midfield?
James Pearce & Andy Jones join Tony Evans to dissect Saturday’s frustrating 0-0 draw with Fulham and the growing concerns over Liverpool’s midfield balance.Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch and Florian Wirtz struggled to control the game at Anfield, with Liverpool looking much better after Alexis Mac Allister was introduced. Can those three players work in the same midfield, and has Liverpool’s decision not to sign a midfielder this summer left Andoni Iraola with a problem to solve?We also discuss whether Trey Nyoni should be given a run in the team, the worrying situation at left-back, and James Milner’s return to Liverpool as part of Iraola’s coaching staff.Plus, we look ahead to Tuesday night’s Carabao Cup clash with Tottenham. Should Iraola take the competition seriously, and could it be the perfect opportunity for Nyoni and some of Liverpool’s fringe players to make their case?Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce & Andy JonesProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Mac Allister delivers after contract demand
James Pearce & Simon Hughes join Tony Evans to reflect on Liverpool’s dramatic Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid — a fifth consecutive win against Spanish opposition in Europe.Alexis Mac Allister stole the headlines with a stunning winner, just days after revealing he was left “very sad” by Liverpool’s decision not to offer him a new contract. Was this the perfect response, and should the club now reconsider his situation?We also discuss Ronald Araujo’s impressive start at right-back, the growing understanding between Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola, and whether Liverpool’s midfield is beginning to look like a strength rather than a weakness.And with Fulham next up at Anfield, we look ahead to Saturday’s Premier League clash and the latest team news.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce & Simon HughesProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago44 min
What is Richard Hughes' Liverpool legacy?
James Pearce & Simon Hughes join Tony Evans to assess Richard Hughes’ time at Liverpool, from appointing Arne Slot and overseeing a Premier League title win to spending more than £670m on reshaping the squad. Was Hughes a success or a failure, and what does Liverpool’s next sporting director need to fix?We also look at Alexander Isak’s flying start to this season after his two goals against Ipswich, his growing understanding with Cody Gakpo and Florian Wirtz, and whether Gakpo’s form means Bradley Barcola will have to wait for his chance.And with Champions League football returning, Liverpool face a much tougher test against Atletico Madrid. Who starts and will this be the first real chance to judge whether Iraola’s ideas can work against elite opposition?Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce & Simon HughesProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago46 min
Inside Liverpool’s summer transfer window
James Pearce joins Tony Evans to assess Liverpool’s business after deadline day and ask whether the Reds have done enough to challenge this season.Bradley Barcola arrived for a huge fee but Liverpool chose not to sign a specialist No.6 or another full-back. Was that the right call? Can Andoni Iraola fix Liverpool’s defensive problems through coaching and structure, and was rejecting Manchester City’s £80m offer for Cody Gakpo the right decision?Plus the guys look ahead to Friday night’s trip to newly promoted Ipswich Town.What did you make of Liverpool’s transfer window? Let us know in the comments.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago42 min
What have we learned from Iraola's first two games?
Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans to look back on the 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest and ask what we’ve learned from Andoni Iraola’s first two games in charge. Is his style beginning to take shape, and why are Liverpool starting matches so slowly?The panel discuss an encouraging first Anfield start for Victor Muñoz, Alexander Isak’s first goal of the season, as well as the controversial penalty decision.There’s also plenty of transfer talk, with Bradley Barcola’s arrival confirmed and uncertainty continuing around Cody Gakpo. Could Liverpool really sell Gakpo to Manchester City, and should we be worried about the full-back positions?Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago43 min
How does Barcola fix Liverpool's attack?
Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans to discuss Liverpool’s huge move for Barcola and whether the France international could be the attacking signing that transforms their season.How big a boost is Barcola? Does his arrival change Liverpool’s plans for Yankuba Minteh and Ismaïla Sarr? And with Cody Gakpo attracting interest, has his status suddenly changed from one of Liverpool’s most expendable attackers to an essential member of the squad?The panel also discuss Andoni Iraola’s impact around the AXA, how his approach differs from Arne Slot’s, and look ahead to Saturday’s visit of Nottingham Forest.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comAlso, you can subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WalkOnTAFCHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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