The Liverpool Way Podcast

Liverpool 1 Spurs 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:57:12 +0000

Was this a new low point in a season full of them? Spurs were the butt of everybody’s jokes going into this game, but they were the ones laughing at full time after Richarlison of all people popped up with a last minute equaliser in front of the Kop.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Julian Richards to dissect another wretched day for the Reds.

Galatasaray 1 Liverpool 0 - Match Reaction

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:18:40 +0000

It's happened again. Another away game at Galatasaray, another 1-0 defeat, another game that was wide open yet we somehow failed to score. Thankfully we have the chance to turn things around at Anfield next week.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is jopined by John Gallagher for this one.

Wolves 1 Liverpool 3 - FA Cup Match Reaction

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:27:31 +0000

We're back after a technical disaster caused our last Wolves pod to be lost in the internet wilderness forever. Thankfully this one sees us with a win to talk about as the Reds banished the disappointment of midweek to set the record straight against the Premier League's bottom club.

Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and Dave Usher to reflect on a night in which Rio Ngumoha shone, Curtis Jones gave a reminder of what he has to offer and Andy Robertson scored what may well prove to be his last ever Liverpool goal *wipes tear*

Liverpool 5 West Ham 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:00:14 +0000

The Reds moved back into the Champions League qualification positions by putting five past West Ham and in the process showed that maybe they're finally getting the hang of this set-piece lark. Three goals came from corner kicks, and that ultimately proved the difference in what was otherwise an even contest.

Chris Smith is joined by John Gallagher and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on this game, to look ahead to the next one and to also answer some questions from you the listeners.

Nottingham Forest 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 21:14:00 +0000

Alexis Mac Allister's dramatic 97th minute winner gave the Reds an undeserved but hilarious win at the City Ground as Arne Slot recorded his first win against Forest. The first half performance was dreadful but things did improve after the break and the three points are most welcome.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss this one and to look ahead to West Ham at Anfield next week.

Liverpool 3 Brighton 0 - FA Cup Match Reaction

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:05:27 +0000

Goals from Curtis Jones, Dom Szoboszlai and a Mo Salah penalty secured passage through to the next round of the FA Cup as the Reds comfortably dealt with Brighton at Anfield.

Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas to look back at the game and preview next week's trip to Nottingham Forest.

Sunderland 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:18:13 +0000

Virgil Van Dijk's header ensured the Reds bounced back from the weekend loss to Manchester City and ended Sunderland's unbeaten home record in the process. While not being a classic performance, it was a good three points built on an excellent defensive effort.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Terry McDonald to look back on this game and to look ahead to the FA Cup clash at the weekend.

Liverpool 1 Manchester City 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 23:53:11 +0000

The Reds looked to have this game won thanks to Dom Szoboszlai's latest special free-kick, but a late collapse saw Manchester City walk away with all three points to record a rare win at Anfield.

Chris Smith is joined by Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on another deflating loss in a season full of them.

Liverpool 4 Newcastle United 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:15:38 +0000

The Reds overcame an uninspiring opening half an hour that saw them fall behind to bounce back emphatically with a 4-1 win over Newcastle in which once again the flourishing partnership of Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike came to the fore.

Ekitike scored twice and Wirtz added a third before an emotional Ibou Konate honoured his late father with a goal at the Kop end. TLW Editor Dave Usher and Paul Natton look back on an enjoyable night at Anfield and look ahead to what will hopefully be another against City next week.

Liverpool 6 Qarabag 0 - Match Reaction

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:26:08 +0000

Six goals and a clean sheet for the Reds as they continued to show that the open brand of Champions League football suits them far better than the attritional set-piece warfare of domestic football.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Stu Montagu and Pete Schulz to reflect on a fun evening, while also looking ahead to the weekend's clash with Newcastle and discussing the broader topic of injuries, transfers (or lack of) and Arne Slot's future.

Bournemouth 3 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 21:29:15 +0000

The Reds' unbeaten limp came to an abrupt end as Bournemouth scored with the very last kick of the game to win at the Vitality Stadium. Liverpool had come from 2-0 to level but the closing stages were end to end and both teams had chances to win it before the Cherries' last gasp goal.

Chris Smith and Dave Usher react to a tough one and discuss how this five game winless run in the league might impact the job security of Arne Slot.

Marseille 0 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:55:50 +0000

Another good night in Europe saw the Reds come away with an impressive 3-0 win to put themselves in a great position to secure a spot in the knockout stages without having to go through the playoff route.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a satisfying night in which the summer signings continued their excellent good form of late, Dom Szoboszlai scored a clever free-kick and Mo Salah returned to the fold following AFCON. We even had a 'cut inside and score' moment from Cody!

Liverpool 1 Burnley 1 - Match Reaction

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 23:16:56 +0000

A fourth consecutive draw in the league but the unbeaten limp extends to 12 games. In fairness, the performance was much better than the result and there was a lot to like, specifically the performance of Florian Wirtz who was outstanding.

Julian Richards joins TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on this one and look ahead to Marseille in midweek.

Liverpool 4 Barnsley 1 - Match Reaction

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:26:08 +0000

Four excellent goals lit up an otherwise fairly drab evening at Anfield as the Reds booked their place in the FA Cup fourth round where they will face Brighton. Szoboszlai went from hero to villain in one half, while Wirtz and ekitike both came off the bench to score late on.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas to look back on this game, as well as react to the news that Xabi Alonso is now on the market and discuss how that might impact Arne Slot's position.

Arsenal 0 Liverpool 0 - Match Reaction

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:38:09 +0000

A bore draw in which the Reds comfortably kept the league leaders in check while offering very little goal threat of their own. Still, a point at Arsenal is nothing to be sniffed at, especially when your entire forward line is missing.

Chris Smith is joined by Dave Usher to discuss a somewhat encouraging showing marred by what looks like a bad injury to poor Conor Bradley.

Fulham 2 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:06:33 +0000

Cody Gakpo's stoppage time goal had looked to have given the Reds victory at Fulham only for a once in a lifetime strike from Harrison Reed to deny Arne Slot's men at the death. In truth, a draw was a fair result.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on this one and preview this week's ominous looking trip to Arsenal.

Liverpool 0 Leeds United 0 - Match Reaction

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:02:15 +0000

The unbeaten run stretches to eight but it was a tough watch as Liverpool and Leeds barely landed a glove on eachother in a New Year's Day bore draw at Anfield.

Ian Brown and Julian Richards join TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a real snoozefest to kick 2026 off.

TLW Time Team - The 1995 Coca Cola Cup Win

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:58:32 +0000

And now for something completely different! Join TLW's number one Dan Thomas and the resident left peg John Gallagher for a stroll down memory lane in the maiden voyage of TLW Time Team!

The boys go back in time all the way to 1995 to remember the 1995 Coca Cola Cup triumph as they reminisce about two legged round two ties, goalkeepers wearing caps and iconic Barry Davies commentary.

Liverpool 2 Wolves 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 12:14:16 +0000

The Reds are up to fourth after first half goals from Ryan Gravenberch and Florian Wirtz secured the points against Wolves at Anfield. The first half performance was good, the second not so much, but it's seven games unbeaten now and Wirtz is off the mark at last.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton to reflect on the game and look ahead to the clash with Leeds on New Year's Day.

Tottenham Hotspur 1 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 23:31:04 +0000

Well, it was a win. Not pretty. Not convincing, but it's three points and the Reds are now up to fifth spot and level on points with fourth placed Chelsea after edging out a Spurs side who ended the game with nine men but still had the Champions hanging on grimly.

TLW Editor Dave Usher and Julian Richards look back on this one and try to find some positive things to say after first getting all of the obvious negatives out of the way. Isak scored, so there is that. And Hugo continued his hot streak, so there's that too. And at least we're not Tottenham.

Liverpool 2 Brighton 0 - Match Reaction

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 18:18:01 +0000

A clean sheet and a Hugo Ekitike double ensured the Reds picked up a much needed three points to extend the unbeaten run to five games and take Arne Slot's men into the top six for the first time in what feels like months.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and John Gallagher to look back on a pretty eventful afternoon at Anfield in which Mo Salah got back onto the field, Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch excelled in the middle of the park and Hugo cemented his position as the main man up front.

Inter Milan 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:20:44 +0000

A late Dominik Szoboszlai penalty gave the Reds a much needed and well deserved win in the San Siro against Inter. Arne Slot has had a torrid week but he got exactly what he would have wanted from his players as they restricted Inter to virtually no chances while inflicting their first European home loss for three years.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a rare feel good win in what has otherwise mostly been a miserable few months. The lads also discuss the continuing Salah drama and whether it can be resolved.

Leeds United 3 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction, plus reaction to Salah bombshell

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 23:01:49 +0000

Liverpool's miserable run continued with a 3-3 draw at Leeds on Saturday night. The Reds led 2-0 and 3-2 but, predictably, couldn't hold onto the chance to hop into the Champions League qualification spots.

However, the bigger story came afterwards with Mo Salah's explosive and unprecedented post-match attack on the manager that throws his Anfield future into deep doubt. Dave Usher, Ian Brown and Chris Smith respond in real time as the news broke.

Liverpool 1 Sunderland 1 - Match Reaction

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:06:28 +0000

Another disappointment at Anfield as the Reds struggled to a draw against newly promoted Sunderland. The visitors were well worth a point and would have taken all three but for the irrepressible desire and commitment of Federico Chiesa who chased back to prevent a certain goal in stoppage time.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Paul Natton to reflect on yet another uninspiring performance and where we are headed next.

West Ham United 0 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:13:47 +0000

A first Premier League goal as a Red for Alexander Isak and a stoppage time strike from Cody Gakpo secured a much needed win for under pressure Arne Slot at West Ham, as Florian Wirtz caught the eye with a lively performance.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas and Peter Schulz to discuss a rare win for the struggling Reds that can hopefully be the first step on the road to recovery.

Liverpool 1 PSV Eindhoven 4 - Match Reaction

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 01:05:06 +0000

Wow. How bad can this get? As if a 3-0 loss at home to Forest at the weekend wasn't bad enough, the Reds followed it up with a humiliating 4-1 reversal against a vibrant PSV side who took full advantage of Arne Slot's shellshocked side.

Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to try to dissect this shocker.

Liverpool 0 Nottingham Forest 3 - Match Reaction

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:30:17 +0000

Another game another loss. Probably the worst one yet, 3-0 at Anfield to a team that went into the game in 19th place. An abject performance in all aspects of the game saw the Reds deservedly lose as the crisis for Arne Slot deepens.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher for this one.

Manchester City 3 Liverpool 0 - Match Reaction

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 22:01:18 +0000

A miserable afternoon at the Etihad as the Reds failed to build on the impressive midweek win against Real Madrid and instead produced arguably their worst display of the season.

Defensively weak, insipid in attack and not helped by Michael Oliver doing Michael Oliver things on VAR, it was a depressing way to go into the international break and there's still lots of work to be done to turn this around.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas to try and make sense of another dreadful display.

Liverpool 1 Real Madrid 0 - Match Reaction

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:13:32 +0000

Alexis Mac Allister's second half header finally broke the resistance of Thibault Courtois and secured an impressive win for the Reds in what was clearly their best performance of the season so far.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher and Julian Richards to bask in the glow of a memorable night at Anfield in which Conor Bradley gave Vinicius Jr the Mbappe treatment, the midfield trio dominated and Florian Wirtz impressed on the left of the front three.

Liverpool 2 Aston Villa 0 - Match Reaction

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:50:50 +0000

A much improved defensive showing laid the platform for a much needed win over Aston Villa at Anfield that ended a run of four straight league defeats and took the Reds back up into the top three.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Terry McDonald to discuss a decent night's work at Anfield in which some key players returned to form just in time for a big week ahead.

Liverpool 0 Crystal Palace 3 - Match Reaction

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:22:52 +0000

The Reds miserable run continued as Kryptonite Palace once again did their thing. A much weakened Liverpool line up never stood a chance against the FA Cup holders and the mix of bench players and kids were predictably and ruthlessly exposed by Oliver Glasner's side.

We let Arne Slot select our line up for this pod so everyone has the night off and some random kids have been thrown in at the deep end. Not really, we wouldn't do that to our listeners. Chris Smith and Dave Usher break down this one.

Brentford 3 Liverpool 2- Match Reaction

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 23:08:15 +0000

Another weekend another defeat. Four in a row now as the Reds are in complete freefall. A poor performance saw Arne Slot's side twice trail Brentford by two goals and although Mo Salah struck late on, it proved to be no more than a consolation goal on the latest miserable trip to London.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Stu Montagu to talk through a number of big topics from tactics to mentality to Andy Robertson's comments about the lack of fight being shown.

Eintracht Frankfurt 1 Liverpool 5 - Match Reaction

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:30:50 +0100

Florian Wirtz dazzled on his return to the starting line up and Hugo Ekitike netted against his former club as the Reds came from a goal down to steamroller Eintracht 5-1 to end a four game losing streak.

Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on an impressive night's work from Arne Slot's men.

Liverpool 1 Manchester United 2 - Match Reaction

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:07:22 +0100

A fourth defeat on the spin as once again the Reds got back into a game they were losing only to then throw it away at the death, this time allowing Harry fucking Maguire to win it for United.

The dust has settled and we recorded this over 24 hours after the game, in truth because none of us wanted to relive it on Sunday night. TLW Editor Dave Usher hosts this one and is joined by John Gallagher and Julian Richards.

Chelsea 2 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 23:59:19 +0100

Another last gasp winner conceded to round off a miserable seven days in which the Reds have been beaten three times. Cody Gakpo's equaliser looked like it would be the platform for yet another late comeback, but just like last week at Palace it was Arne Slot's men on the receiving end of the late drama.

TLW Editor Dave Usher was joined by Ian Brown and Paul Natton shortly after the final whistle to pick through the bones of this one and try to figure out just what the hell is going on with these passive performances and constant swapping and changing of players into unfamiliar positions.

Galatasaray 1 Liverpool 0 - Match Reaction

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:33:24 +0100

A miserable performance in Turkey saw the Reds slip to a second consecutive defeat as a ridiculous penalty awarded by an overly fussy referee proved to be the difference on a night when neither side produced anything of note.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Stu Montagu to pick through the bones of a hugely disappointing display against what was clearly a very poor opponent.

Crystal Palace 2 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 01:30:41 +0100

Liverpool suffered their first defeat of the season at Crystal Palace, as the Eagles struck in the 9yth minute to give the reds a taste of our own medicine. It had required a brilliant performance from Alisson to keep Arne Slot’s off-the-pace side just one down at the break, but a much improved second period saw Federico Chiesa bring the Reds level. A sloppy end to the game meant Liverpool surrendered a share of the points. Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss what went wrong and whether the Champions and league leaders have cause for concern.

Liverpool 2 Southampton 1 - League Cup Match Reaction

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:05:09 +0100

Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike were both on target as the Reds booked their place in the next round of the competition despite a below par showing against the Saints.

Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss a game with a surprising amount of talking points. A top performance from Federico Chiesa, an assured debut from Giovanni Leoni that was sadly marred by what looks like a serious injury, a first Liverpool goal for Isak and arguably the stupidest sending off in club history. We cover all of this as well as the farce that is the Ballon d'Or, plus we look ahead to the weekend's trip to Selhurst Park.

Liverpool 2 Everton 1 - Match Reaction

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 21:06:29 +0100

Five wins from five in the league and we didn't even need a late winner this time. Goals from Gravenberch and Ekitike capped a brilliant first half for the Reds and although the second half failed to live up to those standards, it's another win to keep the 100% start to the season going.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Paul Natton to reflect on a mixed afternoon at Anfield but ultimately a satisfying one.

Liverpool 3 Atletico Madrid 2 - Match Reaction

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:54:43 +0100

They've only gone and done it again! Three times this season the Reds have blown a two goal lead only to then win the game in stoppage time. This one didn't ever feel in any doubt, we all knew what was coming and the skipper delivered it.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on another dramatic night at Anfield in which Alexander Isak made an exciting debut, Florian Wirtz produced his best performance of the season and Arne Slot's side made it five wins from five thanks to another late, late show.

Burnley 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:24:05 +0100

The Reds left it late yet again as a Mo Salah penalty deep into stoppage time finally broke Burnley's resistance and maintained the Champions 100% start to the new season.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown to reflect on a tough old slog at Turf Moor that ultimately ended with the right result. The lads also look ahead to the Atletico Madrid game in midweek and discuss how Alexander Isak might be integrated into the side.

Transfer Window Recap featuring Chris Bascombe

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 22:24:06 +0100

Deadline Day was full of drama and for once the Reds were involved in it. You win some, you lose some, and Arne Slot ended the summer with some incredible signings, while lamenting the one that got away at the last minute.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW editor Dave Usher and the Daily Telegraph’s Chris Bascombe to look back on Liverpool’s summer transfer window. The lads discuss the big arrivals, the departures, the deal that didn’t happen and what it all means for the coming months until it starts all over again in January.

Liverpool 1 Arsenal 0 - Match Reaction

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:23:10 +0100

It was a war of attrition with very few chances at either, but Dom Szoboszlai’s stunning late free-kick secured the points to send the Reds to the top of the table going into the first international break.

Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a highly satisfying win that lays down an early marker in the title race.

Newcastle 2 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:15:38 +0100

It wasn't pretty, it wasn't impressive, but it was hilarious. Newcastle had been whipping themselves into a frenzy about this game for weeks, and ultimately that proved their undoing as the emotion got the better of them and they were sunk by a 16 year old 10 minutes into stoppage time.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas to take a look back at the good (Rio), the bad (Konate) and the ugly (Joelinton) from a wild night at St James' Park.

Liverpool 4 Bournemouth 2 - Match Reaction

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 01:40:15 +0100

The Reds title defence got off to a winning start as Federico Chiesa came off the bench to score a vital late goal after Bournemouth had clawed their way back from 2-0 down to level with a brace from the excellent Semenyo.

Terry McDonald joins TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on an eventful night at Anfield in which new boy Hugo Ekitike dazzled, but his fellow new boys did not fare quite so well.

The 2025/26 Season Preview Episode

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:33:30 +0100

The Premier League is back and so are we. We’ll be picking apart the summer business, weighing up the competition and making those bold/foolish predictions that we’ll no doubt regret by Christmas.

Chris Smith is your host for this one, joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher, while all the other lads have chipped in with their predictions too. Who’s optimistic, who’s already writing us off, and who’s going full ‘Liverpool to win the lot’?

(Spoiler, the last one is Paul, obviously).

Reds lose Community Shield on Penalties

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:12:14 +0100

New boys Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz shone but the Reds were twice pegged back by Crystal Palace and ultimately lost after a dismal penalty shootout display in which Salah, Mac Allister and Elliott all failed to convert.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and Dave Usher to discuss the game, assess the impact of the new signings so far and to look ahead to the new season.

The Hugo Ekitike Podcast

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:49:27 +0100

Hugo Ekitike is a Red. The young French forward became the latest big money signing to join Arne Slot's squad this summer, turning down other clubs to sign for the Champions in a deal worth around £70m.

Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and Dan Thomas to discuss the new boy, where he fits in and what the Alexander Isak rumours mean for Ekitike. The lads also pay tribute to Diogo Jota, our fallen number 20.

The Milos Kerkez Podcast

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 21:27:25 +0100

The third major signing of the summer is in the bag as 21 year old Hungarian left back Milos Kerkez completed his long mooted move from Bournemouth to Anfield for a fee of around £40m.

Chris Smith and TLW Editor Dave Usher discuss the move, his impressive first interview and what it means for the team as well as for Robbo and Kostas.

The Florian Wirtz Podcast

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 10:05:51 +0100

We all love a big splashy signing and we sure have one in German superstar Florian Wirtz. The Reds shattered their club record for the 22 year old from Bayer Leverkusen, who links up again with his good pal and fellow new signing Jeremie Frimpong.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to bask in the glory of Florian Friday.

Frimpong Signs / Parade Reaction

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 23:18:35 +0100

Jeremie Frimpong is officially a Red after the club unveiled their first signing of what is likely to be a busy summer. On the day our outgoing right back completed his move to Real Madrid, Liverpool wasted no time in announcing his successor.

Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss the new boy and what he will bring to the table, while the lads also discuss the events - both good and bad - of Monday's parade.

Liverpool 1 Crystal Palace 1 - Match Reaction

Mon, 26 May 2025 11:49:01 +0100

Mo Salah's goal broke yet another record and ensured the Reds avoided defeat on the day they were presented with the Premier League title. 35 years ago it was Alan Hansen lifting the trophy, but this time it was Jocky presenting the trophy to fellow iconic skipper and centre half, Virgil Van Dijk.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Dan Thomas to look back on a memorable afternoon at Anfield where - result apart - everything went as well as it could have done, even for Trent.

Brighton 3 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Tue, 20 May 2025 00:41:39 +0100

There was a game tonight and we have to talk about it, but not for long! There's lots going on at the moment including new signings being in the works as well as the continuing Trent saga.

TLW Editor Dave Usher and Ian Brown briefly go over the events at the Amex Stadium tonight, before getting stuck into everything else that's going on. Transfer comings and potential goings, potential tactical changes for next season as well as "the Summer of 66".

Liverpool 2 Arsenal 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 11 May 2025 23:36:48 +0100

The Reds had to settle for a draw after squandering a 2-0 half time lead, but the result was almost a sideshow as all of the headlines will be about the booing of Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Chris Smith, Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher were all at Anfield and experienced first hand what went down, including Reds fighting other Reds in the Kop and players gesturing at the fans to stop booing. Just a thoroughly unpleasant afternoon that was in stark contrast to the joyous scenes of two weeks ago.

Trent Alexander-Arnold Is Leaving LFC

Mon, 05 May 2025 23:24:59 +0100

After almost a full season of speculation Trent Alexander-Arnold today finally delivered the news that had been expected and feared - he is leaving Liverpool for free in the prime of his career.

Chris Smith and Dave Usher have a chat about the situation, covering a wide range of issues including the process behind it, why Trent may be making a decision he lives to regret, the announcement itself and how that was handled as well as what it means for the Reds moving forward.

Chelsea 3 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 04 May 2025 22:20:10 +0100

A much changed Liverpool side conceded early and late in a 3-1 loss at Chelsea that probably wasn't deserved but ultimately doesn't really matter as the title has already been sewn up of course.

Dave Usher and Paul Natton discuss the performance, specifically how the fringe players did, and how that it is likely to impact their future with the club moving forward.

Champions - The Aftermath

Fri, 02 May 2025 10:11:59 +0100

You may have heard, but the Reds won the league at the weekend! We did a pod immediately after the Spurs game and promised you a follow up pod after we've had time to take everything in. Well here it is.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher as well as Stu Montagu and John Brennan to reflect on the events of Sunday and all of the glorious content to come out in the days that followed.

Liverpool 5 Tottenham Hotspur 1 - CHAMPIONS!!!

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 01:33:21 +0100

We've known it for some time but it was finally confirmed as the Reds thrashed sorry Spurs to secure the title in Arne Slot's first season in charge. The scenes at Anfield will stay with everyone for a long time as this was a celebration for the ages.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by most of the lads for this. John Gallagher, Dan Thomas and Paul Natton are there from the start, while others pop in and out or send in voice messages sharing their emotions. We've had worse days haven't we?

Leicester City 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 22:54:53 +0100

Just one more win needed now after Trent Alexander-Arnold came off the bench to win it for the Reds. Despite dominating the game it looked like the goal was never going to come but Trent's strike sparked joyous scenes in the away end and sets it up nicely for next weekend.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to talk a little bit about the game and a lot about Trent and Virgil amongst other stuff.

Liverpool 2 West Ham 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 21:27:59 +0100

One step closer. Once again the Reds were unconvincing but cometh the hour cometh the captain, as Virgil Van Dijk headed a late winner to send Arne Slot's men 13 points clear at the top and needing to just two more wins to guarantee the title.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and John Gallagher to look back on another game of two halves, and there's also discussion on the contract situations of Virgil and Trent.

Mo Salah Signs! - Instant Reaction

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 17:25:36 +0100

The episode we've been waiting to do all season! Mo Salah has ended months of speculation by agreeing a new deal which will keep him at Anfield for at least the next two years.

Chris Smith and TLW Editor Dave Usher drop everything for an emergency pod discussing the news Reds have been hoping for since what seems like forever.

Fulham 3 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:05:37 +0100

Liverpool slipped to their first away loss of the season as Arne Slot's side shot themselves in the foot with an error strewn first half horror show that left them with too much to do after the break.

The second half display was much improved and the Reds could have escaped with a point had Harvey Elliott's shot not struck the woodwork, but overall they can have no complaints.

Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to dissect the game and discuss some of the wider points, such as why has Elliott not started a single league game all season, and how come the team usually doesn't start playing until the second half?

Liverpool 1 Everton 0 - Match Reaction

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:51:12 +0100

Diogo Jota's goal was enough to secure the win and send the Reds 12 points clear at the top after another controversial Merseyside derby in which James Tarkowski escaped one of the clearest red cards you'll ever see. Paul Tierney doing Paul Tierney things.

With most of the other lads otherwise engaged on a Thursday morning, TLW Editor Dave Usher and Terry McDonald look back on an ultimately satisfying evening that means a 20th League Title is one step closer.

Liverpool 1 Newcastle United 2 - Carabao Cup Final Reaction

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 23:18:15 +0000

A desperately disappointing outing at Wembley meant it was Newcastle ending a long trophy drought rather than Liverpool adding another League Cup to the collection and a first piece of silverware for Arne Slot.

Chris Smith is joined by Dave Usher, Stu Montagu and John Gallagher to traipse through this forgettable final. The lads also talk through the big picture issues raised by this showing, while staying ever mindful that an historic league title triumph remains in sight.

Liverpool 0 PSG 1 - Match Reaction

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:17:44 +0000

The Champions League dream is over for another year as PSG came to Anfield and turned around the 1-0 deficit from the first leg before dumping the Reds out on penalties.

Chris Smith and TLW Editor Dave Usher reflect on a disappointing night in which the result might not have even been the worst thing, as injuries to Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ibou Konate put their availability for Sunday's Wembley clash with Newcastle in serious danger.

Liverpool 3 Southampton 1 - Match Reaction

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 23:50:57 +0000

The Reds recovered from a wretched first half to come from a goal down against the Saints and run out comfortable 3-1 winners in the end as a Darwin Nunez strike and two penalties from Mo Salah opened up a 16 point gap at the top.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Paul Natton to look back on a mixed afternoon in terms of performance, and to look ahead to the massive midweek clash against PSG at Anfield.

PSG 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:16:05 +0000

Alisson Becker produced a performance for the ages to almost single handedly repel a lively PSG side before Harvey Elliott came off the bench to steal victory with his first touch late on.

Chris Smith is joined by Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on an incredible night in France as the Reds committed the heist of the decade on an impressive PSG who will be wondering just how they didn't win. Alisson. That's your answer. Alisson.

Liverpool 2 Newcastle 0 - Match Reaction

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:43:52 +0000

The gap at the top is now 13 points after a comprehensive, dominant 2-0 win over Newcastle at a bouyant Anfield. Szoboszlai and Mac Allister got the goals but it could easily have been more as the Reds laid down a marker ahead of next month's Cup Final date with the Geordies.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards for a free-wheeling conversation that eventually covers the game, as well as a whole lot more besides.

Man City 0 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 22:48:46 +0000

What a weekend! The Reds extended their lead at the top to 11 points with a drama-free, professional 2-0 win at the Etihad to take full advantage of Arsenal's slip up the day before.

Goals from Salah and Szoboszlai sank the Champions as Arne Slot's tactical flexibility came to the fore. Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on one of the most satisfying weekends in a long time.

Aston Villa 2 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:44 +0000

Another draw for the Reds, their sixth in the last 11 games, as goals from Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold ensured the spoils were shared on a frustrating night at Villa Park.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and John Gallagher to look back on an eventful game that could have gone either way in the end, and to look ahead to a massive game at the Etihad this weekend.

Liverpool 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:47:09 +0000

Goals from Luis Diaz and Mo Salah restored the Reds' seven point lead at the top of the table, but Wolves made Arne Slot's side work hard for the points on a nervy afternoon at Anfield.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton to look back on a strange afternoon at Anfield, and to look ahead to a big game at Villa Park this Wednesday.

Everton 2 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:06:08 +0000

Michael Oliver took centre stage as the last ever derby at Goodison Park ended in complete carnage, with the Reds controversially having victory snatched away from them with the final act of the game, as Curtis Jones, Arne Slot and Sipke Hulshoff were all given red cards after the full time whistle.

There's a hell of a lot to get through here, and Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and TLW Editor Dave Usher to try and make some sense of it all.

Plymouth Argyle 1 Liverpool 0 - Match Reaction

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 20:05:00 +0000

The Reds are no longer competing on four fronts after a second string line up was dumped out of the FA Cup by Championship strugglers Plymouth.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Stu Montagu and Julian Richards to sift through the wreckage of an abysmal performance and to look ahead to the Merseyside Derby in midweek.

Liverpool 4 Tottenham Hotspur 0 - Match Reaction

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:13:49 +0000

The Reds cruised into a Carabao Cup Final meeting with Newcastle after easily overturning a first leg deficit against sorry Spurs.

Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a satisfying night in which the Londoners were made to pay for over-celebrating at the end of the first leg. We did tell you it was only half time, lads!

Bournemouth 0 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 21:24:41 +0000

Mo Salah's brace gave the Reds the win against an impressive Bournemouth side and extended the lead at the top to nine points.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards to look back on a satisfactory afternoon's work for Arne Slot's men, and to wax lyrical about just how sensational a footballer Ryan Gravenberch has become.

PSV Eindhoven 3 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:36:41 +0000

A much changed Liverpool line up gave a good account of themselves but came up short against PSV Eindhoven on Cody Gakpo's homecoming. Despite the loss, the Reds still finished in first place and will find out their next opponent on Friday.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher to talk Federico Chiesa's lively showing, James McConnell making a big statement and how needlessly complicated this new format appears to be.

Liverpool 4 Ipswich Town 1 - Match Reaction

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:49:35 +0000

The six point cushion at the top remains following a dominant 4-1 win over Ipswich at Anfield, in which Cody Gakpo continued his great goalscoring run at home and Mo Salah moved above Thierry Henry on the all time Premier League goalscorers list.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined for this one by Dan Thomas and John Gallagher as the lads look back on a pleasing afternoon at Anfield, and look ahead to the midweek trip to PSV in the final group game of the Champions League.

Liverpool 2 Lille 1 - Match Reaction

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:30:35 +0000

The Reds remain top of the CL Group Stage table as goals from Mo Salah and Harvey Elliott ensured they maintained their 100% record with a fairly low key win over Lille at Anfield.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined for this one by Stu Montagu and John Brennan, while we also hear from former Manchester United star John O'Shea as he addresses claims repeatedly made on the pod of him being nutmegged by JB on the school playground.

Brentford 0 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 21:30:46 +0000

What a day! Two stoppage time goals from Darwin Nunez turned one point into three and Arsenal's collapse in the evening game saw the Reds end the day with a six point lead with a game in hand.

Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a dramatic day in the title race and a hell of a day for Darwin and his number one fan Dave.

Nottingham Forest 1 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:58:13 +0000

Diogo Jota came off the bench to rescue a point for the Reds in a hard fought game at the City Ground between the top two sides in the country.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Julian Richards to recap a stressful night where for a while it was looking like Forest would repeat what they did at Anfield, but in the end they were fortunate to hold on for a point as Liverpool battered them for the much of the second half.

Liverpool 4 Accrington Stanley 0 - FA Cup Match Reaction

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 19:06:03 +0000

Federico Chiesa bagged his first goal for the club on a day when Rio Ngumoha became the second youngest player to ever play for Liverpool.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas and Paul Natton for immediate match reaction after the Reds ran out comfortable 4-0 winners against the plucky League Two side who gave a decent account of themselves.

Tottenham 1 Liverpool 0 - League Cup Match Reaction

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 10:40:59 +0000

A rare defeat for Arne Slot but thankfully it's only half time and the Reds have the chance to turn this around at Anfield in the second leg. The performance wasn't good but there's a burning sense of injustice about a winning goal that should never have happened.

Chris Smith and Dave Usher go through all the main talking points from the game and then look ahead to the FA Cup clash against Accrington Stanley this weekend.

Liverpool 2 Manchester United 2 - Match Reaction

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:15:31 +0000

Not the result or performance we wanted, as the Reds stuttered and spluttered against a spirited United side who could have actually won it late on.

Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on an emotional roller coaster of a game in which much of the focus afterwards is on the performance of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who stank the place out in a week when he had made himself the centre of attention due to his flirtations with Real Madrid.

West Ham 0 Liverpool 5 - Match Reaction

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 22:49:34 +0000

The Reds ran riot at West Ham to increase their lead at the top of the table to eight points. Goals from Diaz, Gakpo, Salah, Alexander-Arnold and Jota secured the most comfortable win of the season so far.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas to reflect on an enjoyable afternoon and to look ahead to next week's clash with Manchester United at Anfield.

Liverpool 3 Leicester City 1 - Match Reaction

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 01:56:10 +0000

The Reds extended their lead at the top with a fairly routine 3-1 win over Leicester at Anfield, as Gakpo, Jones and Salah came up with the goals to cancel out an early opener from Ayew.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined for this one by Ian Brown.

Tottenham Hotspur 3 Liverpool 6 - Match Reaction

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 21:36:50 +0000

The Reds moved four points clear at the top of the table after hitting Spurs for six. Two each for Salah and Diaz, plus further strikes from Szoboszlai and Mac Allister buried the naive North Londoners and sent a message to the rest of the league that Slot's men mean business.

Chris Smith is joined for this one by Julian Richards and Paul Natton.

The 2024 Christmas Special Pod

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:49:15 +0000

Something a little different as the lads got together in a swanky recording studio in Liverpool to record a Christmas Special Pod. We discuss the season so far and where it can hopefully lead, there's some Christmas themed content and we answer some listener questions.

Most of the gang are here as Chris Smith tries to maintain order between Dave Usher, Dan Thomas, Julian Richards, Paul Natton, John Gallagher, Stu Montagu and Terry McDonald.

Southampton 1 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 22:32:10 +0000

Holders Liverpool are into the Carabao Cup semifinals after a win at St Mary's that was probably more comfortable than the scoreline suggested. Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott got the goals and despite the Saints pulling one back after the break, Slot's side held out without any further drama.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and podcast debutant, Peter Schulz.

Liverpool 2 Fulham 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 18:44:21 +0000

The Reds twice had to come from behind and had to do it with ten men after an early sending off for Andy Robertson, but in the end Arne Slot's side deserved more than the point they got after a superb second half display.

Chris Smith is joined by John Gallagher and Terry McDonald for this one.

Girona 0 Liverpool 1 - Match Reaction

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:51:55 +0000

Six wins from six, a place in the automatic qualifying places secured, but Arne Slot was far from happy with the performance despite the 1-0 scoreline.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas to chat about this game as well as to look ahead to the weekend visit of Fulham to Anfield and to discuss the news this week that David Coote has been sacked.

Newcastle United 3 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 10:09:33 +0000

A point gained or two dropped? The case be argued either way as the Reds twice recovered from losing positions to get themselves into a winning one, only to then throw it away in stoppage time.

Chris Smith is joined by Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to try and make sense of a wild game at St James' Park, and to then look ahead to this weekend's final Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park (probably).

Liverpool 2 Man City 0 - Match Reaction

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 22:46:31 +0000

It's been some week. Real Madrid were comfortably seen off in midweek and now City were despatched with the minimum of fuss as the Reds moved nine points clear at the top and eleven ahead of City.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Ian Brown to reflect on a hell of an afternoon at Anfield.

Liverpool 2 Real Madrid 0 - Match Reaction

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:25:39 +0000

What a night! The Reds dominated Real Madrid at Anfield as goals from Mac Allister and Gakpo secured the points to maintain the 100% record in the Champions League and exorcise some of the Madrid inflicted demons.

Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on the statement Arne Slot win we've been waiting for, and to look ahead to what will hopefully be another this Sunday.

Southampton 2 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:32:19 +0000

It was a lot closer than we'd have liked but Mo Salah came through in the clutch again as the Reds overcame Southampton to extend their lead at the top of the league to eight points.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Stu Montagu to reflect on a strange game at St Mary's and to look ahead to a massive week as Real Madrid and Manchester City both come to Anfield.

David Coote Video Reaction - What a plonker!

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:30:44 +0000

David Coote hates Jurgen Klopp. No surprise there, but the idiot actually allowed himself to be filmed saying it. He's been suspended while the flimsy pretence of referee impartiality has now been utterly shattered.

Chris Smith and TLW Editor Dave Usher break down one of the wildest stories of recent years.

Liverpool 2 Aston Villa 0 - Match Reaction

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:27:56 +0000

Goals from Darwin Nunez and Mo Salah sent the Reds five points clear at the top as Aston Villa were despatched with little fuss in front of a raucous Anfield crowd.

Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on another great night for the Arne Slot's side who made it 15 wins from 17 games so far this season.

Liverpool 4 Bayer Leverkusen 0 - Match Reaction

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:09:00 +0000

A Luis Diaz hat-trick and Cody Gakpo's fourth goal in a week ruined Xabi Alonso's Anfield return as Liverpool swept aside the German Champions with a pulsating second half display.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas and Stu Montagu to reflect on a hell of a night's work by the Reds and discuss whether this is the 'statement win' for Arne Slot we've been waiting on.

Liverpool 2 Brighton 1 - Match Reaction

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 23:15:19 +0000

The perfect example of "a game of two halves" as the Reds overcame a dreadful first half showing and a 1-0 half time deficit to roar back and win it thanks to goals from Gakpo and Salah after the break.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Julian Richards to reflect on a pretty wild afternoon at Anfield that ended with Arne Slot's men back on top of the table.

Brighton 2 Liverpool 3 - Carabao Cup Match Reaction

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:07:24 +0000

The Reds progressed to the League Cup quarter-finals thanks to two brilliant strikes from Cody Gakpo, as well as a Luis Diaz goal to see of some late resistance from the home side. Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW editor Dave Usher to discuss an entertaining game and a decent performance from the much-changed Reds, before looking ahead to the corresponding league fixture at Anfield on Saturday.

Arsenal 2 Liverpool 2 - Match Reaction

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 22:12:47 +0000

Honours even at the Emirates as Mo Salah's second half equaliser earned the Reds a point in a game where neither side will probably be happy with how they played.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Ian Brown to reflect on a good result but patchy performance that means Liverpool have relinquished top spot to Man City. The lads also look ahead to the cup game at Brighton in midweek.