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Liverpool had to produce a somewhat unexpected fightback to beat Newcastle on Saturday and maintain their perfect record. The visitors might have been hopeful of pulling off a repeat of their smash-and-grab victory at Spurs last month when they went ahead inside the first ten minutes. But the Reds eventually got going and hit three, […]

Liverpool moved quickly to protect Rhian Brewster after Divock Origi picked up an injury against Newcastle. Origi was forced off in the first-half after appearing to twist his ankle. The Belgian had been brought into the line-up in place of no. 1 striker Roberto Firmino, who was supposed to be handed a rest. But with […]

Liverpool fans have been reacting to title rivals Manchester City remarkably dropping points away at newly-promoted Norwich. The heroic Canaries were deserving winners against the reigning champions, who turned in one of their most disjointed performances in recent memory. It is of course very, early days, but City have already dropped more than a third […]

Napoli were able to rest their star man and cruise to victory ahead of Liverpool’s visit in midweek. Skipper Lorenzo Insigne, who scored the winner on the Reds’ last trip to the Stadio San Paolo, started the game against Sampdoria on the substitutes’ bench. He was then introduced for a run-out 15 minutes from time. […]

Virgil van Dijk says he is grateful to be a team-mate, rather than an opponent, of Roberto Firmino after his dazzling display against Newcastle. Firmino has been raking in the plaudits having inspired the Reds’ fightback to continue his fine run of form. Van Dijk, who faces the Brazilian in training, says the forward’s movement […]

Jurgen Klopp has attributed Liverpool’s slow start against Newcastle to the minimal time they had to train as a group following the international break. The Reds fell behind in the league for the first time this season when Jetro Willems fired in on eight minutes. They struggled to really get going for the next 15 […]

Divock Origi’s injury doesn’t look to be ‘that serious’, Jurgen Klopp says ahead of a medical examination. Origi had to be substituted 37 minutes into the win over Newcastle after he was unable to shake off an ankle injury. That the Belgian started over Roberto Firmino emphasises the important role he will play as Klopp […]

Roberto Firmino has been dubbed the best number nine in the division by Watford’s Troy Deeney. Firmino is sometimes denied a place in the discussion because his game is significantly different to that of Harry Kane or Sergio Aguero. But Deeney is able to appreciate that he offers much, much more than just goals. “I […]

Liverpool fans have taken to Twitter to express their delight at Roberto Firmino’s stunning performance against Newcastle on Saturday. Bobby was introduced in the first half for an injured Divock Origi, which wasn’t Jurgen Klopp’s plan, but the Brazilian pulled a rabbit out of the hat. Only three minutes after coming on for the Belgian, […]

Bobby Firmino came off the bench in the first half to replace an injured Divock Origi to assist Sadio Mane just three minutes after coming on. The Brazilian then put in an incredible performance for the rest of the game, and provided are other star winger, Mo Salah, with an assist. He picked up the […]

There was a bit of awkwardness in the air during the international break, after Sadio Mane flipped out at Mohamed Salah in our previous fixture against Burnley. The Senegalese star was angry at Mo’s perceived selfishness as he attempted a shot on goal when Mane was in a good position. It appears as if there […]

Liverpool thought they had a penalty in the first half at Anfield, against Newcastle, but the match officials decided against it – they didn’t even consult VAR. A few minutes later, Sadio Mane scored the Reds’ first goal of the game, and Jurgen Klopp aimed his celebrations at the fourth official! The boss clearly wasn’t […]

Bobby Firmino set up Sadio Mane for his second goal of the game just three minutes after replacing an injured Divock Origi. The Brazilian’s presence was missed early on against the Magpies, and his introduction to the game showed us what we were missing. Bobby picks up the ball in midfield, after pressing the opposition, […]

Newcastle took the lead at Anfield in the first few minutes through a wonder-goal by wing back Jetro Willems, but Sadio Mane hit back with one that may be even better. The Senegalese star picked up the ball from Andy Robertson on the edge of the box, and with some tidy footwork, he curled it […]

Liverpool stalwart Virgil van Dijk signed for Southampton in the summer of 2015, but before he did so he was subject of interest from Steve Bruce’s Hull City. But the current Newcastle manager admits that he doesn’t think the Tigers were within a chance to sign the big Dutchman – the Saints were able to […]

Liverpool host Newcastle in an early kick-off in the Premier League this weekend, at Anfield on Saturday afternoon. A win for the Reds would see them stay at the top of the table come the end of the weekend, with title rivals Manchester City travelling to Norwich City. Three points are likely for the Cityzens […]

Liverpool have given the Anfield facilities a lick of paint ahead of the resumption of the domestic season against Newcastle. A video posted on the club’s Twitter account (which can you watch below) shows the aesthetic changes that have been made. There are two overarching themes. The first is a desire to highlight ‘the power […]

Xherdan Shaqiri and Roberto Firmino were among to take part in a FIFA 20 free-kick challenge at Melwood. Their dead-ball abilities was put to the test ahead of the reveal of their in-game ratings. One of the highlights of the video came when Firmino stepped-up for his effort. Shaqiri, watching on, began quietly chanting ‘Si […]

Jordan Henderson insists Alisson and Virgil van Dijk are genuine in the selflessness they displayed when picking up major individual honours. Alisson was named UEFA Goalkeeper of the Season and Van Dijk Player of the Season at the Champions League draw last month. Both players paid tribute to their team-mates upon collecting the awards. Henderson […]

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce admits Liverpool are ‘as good a team as you’re ever going to play’ as he prepares to take his side to Anfield. The table-topping, four-for-four Reds take on the 14th-place Magpies on Saturday lunchtime. On paper, it should be routine for Liverpool, who have won their last 13 league games. Newcastle […]

Liverpool will be overwhelming favourites when they face Newcastle in their fifth league game of the season on Saturday lunchtime. The Reds are looking to maintain their perfect start and extend their club-record top-flight winning streak to 14. And they have been backed to do so, with ease, by club legend Mark Lawrenson. Lawro reckons […]

Earlier this week, a computer estimated that Newcastle had a three percent chance of winning at Anfield. Somehow, that meagre value may have further diminished with news that they will be without a number of important players for their trip to Merseyside. In defence, Matt Ritchie is out with an ankle injury, while the absence […]

Mohamed Salah’s latest Tweet seems to have dismissed any notion of a rift between himself and Sadio Mane. A fortnight ago at Burnley, in Liverpool’s most recent game, Mane was visibly furious that Salah had not teed him up for a tap-in late-on. That led to the suggestions that the rivalry between the pair had […]