The Liverpool Way Podcast

Anfield paid tribute to Jurgen Klopp on a highly-emotional afternoon as the curtain came down on this incredible era with a 2-0 win over Wolves.TLW Editor Dave Usher and Chris Smith reflect on a farewell that brought smiles through the tears, as the boss rode off into the sunset with one more rallying call and a fist pump into the future.

The Reds blew a 3-1 lead late on to draw at Aston Villa and even needed a world class save from Alisson to avoid an embarrassing defeat as the limp to the finish line continues. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss the late capitulation before moving onto other topics, such as who will and won't be crying when Jurgen says farewell this Sunday, the annoying trend of wives and kids coming onto the pitch after the final game and which current LFC player would survive a zombie apocalypse.

Jurgen's penultimate home game ended with a 4-2 win after a mixed bag of a performance against Spurs. The Reds were 4-0 up and cruising but ended up hanging on after a late Spurs fightback threatened to cause huge embarrassment. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton to reflect on a strange afternoon at Anfield, while the lads also have a discussion about what might happen this summer regarding the futures of a number of players.

Stick a fork in us, we're done. The pathetic limp towards the finish continues with another desperately disappointing display and more points thrown away, this time against a West Ham side that looked pretty disinterested for most of the game. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Stu Montagu for the latest group therapy session. The result was bad enough, the performance was worse and we also had to ensure the sight of Mummy and Daddy fighting as Klopp and Mo went at it on the touchline. Just grim.

The Reds' ailing title challenge suffered a fatal blow in the worst place possible as Everton registered a deserved 2-0 win in the Merseyside Derby at Goodison.Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and Dave Usher to discuss a dismal night when defensive lapses and misfiring forwards were coupled with an absence of the energy and synonymous with Jurgen Klopp's great sides. Sadly, it really did feel like the end.As this era comes to a sad close, the lads try to look to a future under Klopp's rumoured replacement Arne Slot, and address some looming decisions over the futures of the squad's biggest names.

The Reds season is still alive after a much needed win at Fulham got their title challenge back on track. Goals from Alexander-Arnold, Gravenberch and Jota sunk the Cottagers in what was a more comfortable win than many expected. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Dan Thomas to look back on this game as well as previewing the midweek trip to Goodison. There's also a heated discussion on refs, PGMOL, Forest's bizarre statement and the impact officiating has had on this year's Premier League.

The Reds bowed out of Europe with barely a whimper. Technically they won on the night, but nobody was fooled by that as Atalanta out-thought and out-fought Klopp's side, who once again failed to muster a goal from open play. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to briefly pick through the bones of this stinker before trying to lift the mood a little by reminiscing about some of our greatest European moments under Jurgen.

It goes from bad to worse as a second home defeat in four days has put the Reds right up against it now in the title race. Arsenal's defeat softens the blow somewhat but City are the big winners this weekend and now sit top. We've seen how this movie ends. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and John Gallagher to try to make sense of it all.

Well, that was unexpected. An abject performance against Atalanta, on a night when Anfield pageantry was already in short supply, left the Reds' Europa League hopes in tatters ahead of next week's second leg in Italy. There were scant positives to take from a monumentally sobering evening, which raised huge question marks over the prospect of this team securing a fitting end to the Jurgen Klopp era.   Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher for this one.

Another game where the Reds completely battered a sorry Manchester United side, but criminally failed to win. That's three times now, with this one potentially the most damaging of all as top spot has been relinquished to Arsenal. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Stu Montagu to look back - mostly in anger - at a wasteful display that may prove to have dire consequences in the chase for the title.

The Reds returned to the top of the table after a 3-1 win over bottom club Sheffield United, but it was considerably more stressful than it needed to be and it needed a late thunderbolt from Alexis Mac Allister to break the deadlock before Cody Gakpo wrapped it up in stoppage time. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Paul Natton to reflect on the night's action as well as to discuss the ongoing manager search and preview the huge game at Old Trafford this Sunday.

The Reds returned to thePremier League summit after goals from Diaz and Salah erased an early setback to see off a tricky Brighton side. Chreis Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher and Paul Natton to discuss a potentially pivotal day in the title race, with a draw in the City and Arsenal game putting us in pole position for the only fitting end to the Klopp era. We'll discuss the many permutations of the run-in and (mostly) keep the disappointment about Xabi Alonso's decision to stay with Leverkusen in check.

The Reds paid the price for not finishing off the opponent when they were on the ropes and suffered the most heartbreaking of Old Trafford losses right at the death. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Stu Montagu for a healing group therapy session and to try and make sense of what happened.

Another big win for the Reds over Sparta as Klopp's decision to field a strong line up paid off early, with four goals in the opening quarter of an hour that allowed the rest of the game to be played out as a glorified training session. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a fun night at Anfield before then turning their attentions to the big game at Old Trafford at the weekend in the FA Cup.

Honours even after a pulsating clash at Anfield. The Reds overcame a half time deficit to dominate after the break and Alexis Mac Allister's equaliser was the least Liverpool deserved for a brilliant second half display. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and John Gallagher to look back on a highly charged game that had a controversial ending, as Michael Oliver denied Mac Allister the clearest of penalties with virtually the last kick of the game.

The Reds fielded a stronger than expected side in Prague and it paid off with a big win that makes the second leg at Anfield a formality, but it may have come at a cost as Ibou Konate was forced off with an injury that makes him a doubt the weekend. Chris Smith is joined by the usual Europa League line up of John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss tonight's game and to look ahead to the big one on Sunday.

Once again the Reds left it late but once again it was an incredible moment and a massive win. Klopp's mentality monsters were on the brink of dropping two points and perhaps ending the weekend in third spot, but up popped returning substitute Darwin Nunez to win it and spark manic celebrations in the away end. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and a just back from the City Ground Julian Richards to look back on another dramatic win for the Reds and to reflect on what it might mean for the rest of the season.

The kids did it again! Goals from 18 year old Youth Team duo Lewis Koumas and Jayden Danns saw off Southampton at Anfield as the young Reds set up a quarter final clash at Castle Greyskull. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to bask in the glory of another great night for the Academy and to look ahead to the game at Forest this weekend.

What a day! The Reds secured a tenth League Cup with a dramatic extra time win over Chelsea at Wembley to keep us on course for a glorious end to the Jurgen Klopp era. A true captain's goal from Virg averted the drama of a shoot out, following another topsy turvy final in which fortune favoured the brave. However, it was the Reds Academy graduates rising to the occasion against the billion dolla blues that will live long in the memory. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards, Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to celebrate a win that sits proudly amidst the pantheon of our all-time great final triumphs.

Luton Town were caught in a second half whirlwind as the Reds overcame a half time deficit to blow away the plucky Hatters. Goals from Van Dijk, Gakpo, Diaz and Elliott completed a terrific turnaround that Jurgen Klopp compared to *checks notes* erm, the win over Barcelona. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas to look back on a great night at Anfield and look forward to what will be a great afternoon at Wembley on Sunday.

A big win that looks to have come at something of a cost. The Reds made a tricky fixture look easy but lost three players to injury and at least one of them looks to be very serious, but Salah was back with a goal and we're still top of the league. Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and TLW Editor Dave Usher to pick the bones out of an eventful game down in West London in which Nunez showed his finishing prowess, Salah returned in style, Cody bagged himself a goal and Macca chipped in with a lovely strike.

The front three all found the net as the under strength Reds rallied in the second half to overcome a plucky Burnley side at Anfield to return to the top of the table. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards to reflect on all of the major talking points from this game and to also chat about the hugely impressive exploits of Xabi Alonso in the Bundesliga. The lads also look ahead to a tricky looking 12.30 fixture at Brentford next weekend.

A deserved defeat and a self inflicted one, as the Reds didn't make the most of a lifeline given to them just before half time and proceeded to hand Arsenal the points with some calamitous defending. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Julian Richards to sift through the wreckage of a rare defeat that has let Arsenal back into the race and opened the door for Manchester City.

What a night at Anfield. The Reds found the net four times, Darwin found the woodwork four times, and Conor Bradley produced a performance for the ages as the title charge continued. Chris Smith is joined by Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on one hell of a performance in which Bradley announced himself as a star of the present as well as the future, and Liverpool showed Todd Boehly that there's much more to building a great team than just spending more money than everyone else. The lads also look forward to the weekend's trip to Arsenal and answer some more of your questions.

The chase for the quadruple goes on as the Reds recorded a comfortable victory over Norwich on an emotional day at Anfield. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton, John Gallagher and John Brennan to reflect on a good afternoon for the Reds and to delve further into the news that Kloppo will be leaving at the end of the season.

Jurgen Klopp dropped a bombshell on us this morning with the news he was leaving at the end of the season, so we recorded this emergency podcast to try and make some sense of it all. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Stu Montagu, while there are drop ins from a couple of other lads as we discuss the whys, wherefores and what nexts.  What started out as a serious, sombre discussion descended into chaos thanks to interruptions from cats, home smart speaker systems and the distraction of a Xabi Alonso press conference.

Another Wembley final against Chelsea awaits after Liverpool handled business in the League Cup semi-final second leg at Fulham to secure a 3-2 aggregate win. An early Luis Diaz strike put Jurgen's trophy collecting Reds on course, but a late equaliser meant a tricky ending to an otherwise comfortable night in West London. Chris Smith hosts John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to recap the action, preview the Norwich game and look ahead to the repeat of the 2022 final and add a tenth League Cup to the Champions Wall.

Nunez! Nunez! The Reds recorded what feels like a statement victory in a tricky fixture as Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota put Bournemouth to the sword in a ruthless second half showing. Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown, Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to bask in the glow of a big performance from the lads that extended the lead at the top of the table to five points.

What is it going to take to win the Premier League this season? Darwin clicking in front of goal? New signings? Or the young players rising to the occasion? And how does the spectre of a Man City resurgence alter our expectations? Chris Smith, Dave Usher and Paul Natton used the winter break to take some listener questions on our player of the year so far, the Reds best XI and what we would consider a successful season from this point. We pick the Liverpool players we'd stake our lives on in a penalty shoot out and how the matchday experience has changed in our long years attending Anfield.

The Reds rebounded from a poor first half, as goals from Jones and impressive substitute Gakpo put the 9-times League Cup winners on course for another Wembley Final. Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to recap the action, heap praise on Connor Bradley and assess our prospects for the rest of January amid a growing absentee list.

No Van Dijk, no Salah, no problem. The Reds advanced to the next round after a smash and grab win against a profligate Arsenal side who should have been out of sight by half time, but if you let Klopp's mentality monsters stay in the game then this is what happens.  TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Julian Richards to revel in one of the more satisfying wins of the season so far, and to look ahead to the midweek semi final against Fulham.

The Reds extended their lead at the top of the Premier League with arguably their best performance of the season to beat Newcastle 4-2 at Anfield in a game where the scoreline did not reflect the performance. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Julian Richards to look back on a very satisfying night at Anfield. Mo Salah added two more goals to his tally, Curtis Jones excelled in midfield, Joe Gomez continued his great form and Luis Diaz had his best game of the season. We discuss of this and more, plus there's the obligatory discussion on Darwin's finishing as well as a look ahead to the weekend's FA Cup clash with Arsenal.

Darwin Nunez ended his goal drought and Diogo Jota marked his return from injury with a late strike to send the Reds back to sink Burnley and send the Reds back to the top of the table. Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on an incident packed game in which VAR once again reared its ugly head to make life much more difficult for Klopp's men than it should have been. The lads also look ahead to Newcastle next week.

A brilliant Mo Salah goal saw the Reds come from behind to draw with Arsenal in a pulsating clash at Anfield, but the Reds would be sitting pretty at the top of the table if Trent Alexander-Arnold had converted a glorious 2nd half chance at the Kop end. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas and Paul Natton to dissect an eventful game which once again saw Liverpool's defensive players shine as the attackers generally flattered to deceive.

The Reds eased into the League Cup semi-finals with an impressive 5-1 win against an acquiescing West Ham side at Anfield. Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher and John Brennan to assess a near-perfect night for Jurgen Klopp's side ahead of the top of the table showdown against Arsenal at Anfield on Saturday night.

The Reds relinquished top spot in the Premier League after they failed to beat plucky underdogs Manchester United on a frustrating afternoon at Anfield. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss what went wrong and what was good, before the lads turn their attention to the midweek cup clash with West Ham.

A young Reds side went down to defeat in Belgium in the final game of the group stage, but we won't waste too much time talking about that. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to briefly skip over this game and look back at the group stage as a whole, plus the lads look ahead to the big one this Sunday against Manchester United at Anfield.

Another come from behind win from the Reds sent them to the top of the Premier League after a Harvey Elliott strike capped a late fightback to sink plucky Palace at Selhust Park on a day when Mo Salah claimed his 200th goal for the club. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Paul Natton to look back on yet another game where Klopp's 'Mentality Monsters" somehow found a way to get the job done despite being far from their best.

It wasn't pretty but it's a win and three points that keep the Reds in second spot hot on the heels of leaders Arsenal. A first half goal from the imperious Virgil Van Dijk and a late second by Dom Szoboszlai secured the win despite an uninspiring performance. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Terry McDonald to look back over a largely forgettable evening and then look ahead to the weekend trip to Palace.

What a wild ride that was! Having fallen behind late the lads were able to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat thanks to goals from Endo and Trent to move the Reds up to second spot. Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton, Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a crazy afternoon at a bitterly cold Anfield.

The Reds booked their place in the Europa League knockout stages with a convincing win over LASK at Anfield. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher on a night when Cody Gakpo bagged a brace, Luis Diaz scored in front of his family and Mo Salah notched his 199th goal for the club.

Trent Alexander-Arnold's brilliant second half equaliser gave the Reds a point as they became the first side in 2023 to leave the Etihad without losing. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Julian Richards to look back on a satisfactory afternoon in which the lads picked up a point at the most difficult venue in football despite not playing at their best.

It might be an international break but there's loads going on so we're here to cover it as well as to look ahead to the big game at the Etihad this weekend. Diaz, Nunez & Szoboslai have been tearing it up for their countries, Trent has caught the eye in midfield and Evertonians are revolting. And they're unhappy about being docked ten points, badumtish! Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards, Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss all of the above, plus we also answer some questions sent in by the listeners.

Two for Mo, one for Jota and a dazzling display by Darwin as the Reds front three took care of Brentford in an entertaining game with plenty of chances at both ends. TLW Editor Dave Usher, John Gallagher and Paul Natton were all at a freezing cold and wet Anfield and they discuss the game as well as taking a look at some of the other events of the weekend.

A disappointing result and performance, a deserved defeat and another VAR controversy. Lots to get through in this one. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan, Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to recap a bad night for the Reds and to make the case for VAR being scrapped altogether. The lads also look ahead to the Brentford game on Sunday.

A disappointing result and performance from the Reds who needed a late intervention from the heroic Luis Diaz to prevent what would have been a hugely embarrassing defeat at Kenilworth Road.  Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Paul Natton to discuss what went wrong. What's the deal with Darwin and tap ins? Where was the width? Who was that wearing Szoboszlai's shirt today? All this and more plus a deep dive into the weekend's controversies across the league and the absolute shambles that is VAR. Should it be scrapped?

The Reds set up a quarter final date with West Ham thanks to a stunning winner from substitute Darwin Nunez on a wretched night on the South Coast. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a gritty performance from the boys. There's also reaction to the draw, some mocking of Manchester United and the usual nonsense about chippies and 90s pop references.

Three points, a clean sheet and more goals for a forward line deprived of Luis Diaz who was back home in Colombia after the shocking kidnapping of his parents. Chris Smith is joined by Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to go through the talking points of the afternoon, including the awful situation with the Diaz family as well as another impressive display from the Reds.

The Reds continued their 100% record in the Europa League with a routine 5-1 win over Toulouse at Anfield as goals from Jota, Endo, Nunez, Gravenberch and Salah put Klopp's side within one more win of early qualification to the knock out stages. Chris Smith is joined by John Brennan and TLW Editor Dave Usher to pick through the bones of an entertaining night at Anfield in which Gravenberch shone, Endo bagged his first goal for the club and we were treated to the full Darwin experience.

Not a classic but three points and a relatively comfortable afternoon for the Reds as two Mo Salah goals sank Everton. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Julian Richards to look back on yet another Anfield derby win and go through all of the major talking points.

Another week another VAR controversy as the Reds were held to a 2-2 draw at Brighton in a game that should have seen the hosts reduced to ten men. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Dan Thomas and Paul Natton to look back on an eventful game that the Reds should have won but could have lost.

Promise we didn’t spend 90 minutes talking about the game! After a quick recap of the Europa League win over Union SG at Anfield, Chris Smith, Dave Usher and John Brennan turn their attention to the ongoing aftermath of the weekend’s officiating scandal.  How have Liverpool played it so far? What needs to happen next to keep the pressure on? And the predictable rounding of the wagons from fans and media around the country. The lads also look ahead to a crucial-looking clash at Brighton on Sunday, which presents a chance to enter the international break on a high.

As the dust begins to settle on what happened at Spurs yesterday and new information has come to light on why exactly the Luis Diaz goal was not allowed to stand, we felt we needed to do a follow up to the post match pod. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Stu Montagu to unpack everything that has happened since the game.

How do you sum that up? The Reds have had their unbeaten record stolen after some questionable decisions by the officials plus one that may well be the biggest 'mistake' ever seen on a top flight football pitch in this country. Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Julian Richards to dissect an unbelievable game in North London in which the Reds lost yet still managed to lay down a serious marker in the title race. A fantastic performance full of heart, resilience and class may have ended in heartbreak, but this team is the real deal. (The pod was recorded shortly after full time before we had the 'explanation' for why the Luis Diaz goal was not given but we'll address that in the next pod after the Europa League game)

Another game, another 3-1. Four in a row now, although this one should have been much more as the Reds created countless opportunities that they didn't take. The three they did take through Gakpo, Szoboszlai and Jota were enough to ensure comfortable passage into the next round and set up a date with Bournemouth. Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a good evening's work from the boys and to look ahead to a mouth watering clash at Spurs this weekend.

The Reds are up to second in the table after an impressive display to see off a good West Ham side at Anfield. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards, John Gallagher and Dan Thomas as the lads reflect on an enjoyable afternoon at Anfield and look ahead to the midweek cup game against Leicester.

Once again the Reds fell behind early and once again they came back to win 3-1 as a Darwin Nunez penalty was followed up by lovely goals from Luis Diaz and Mo Salah to ensure the tournament favourites got off to a winning start. Just like Jurgen Klopp we've shuffled our pack for the Europa League. Regular starters Chris Smith and Dave Usher are joined by John Brennan, who is looking to impress and force his way into contention for the weekend pods. The lads look back on the game before previewing West Ham at the weekend, while JB reveals how he once nutmegged a former Manchester United player and that by rights he should have a Ballon d'Or on his sideboard.

The Reds overcame a one goal deficit and a nightmare first half showing to come roaring back after the break to claim all three points at Wolves. TLW Editor Dave Usher was joined by Ian Brown and Julian Richards shortly after full time to reflect on a classic "game of two halves" that sent Klopp's side to the top of the tale, albeit only for a couple of hours.

The international break gives the lads a chance to look at how Klopp 2.0 is shaping up and whether the sequel can top the blockbuster original, we'll analyse THAT Jordan Horrenderson interview and preview the Wolves game on Saturday. Chris Smith is joined by Dave Usher and Paul Natton to take some listener questions on the heartbreaking Liverpool games we could do-over, non-LFC players we'd have loved to see in the famous red, and United and Everton players we'd take if forced. We also give the current squad the infamous Brendan Rodgers 'envelope test', and pick the perfect LFC front three for the current side.

The Reds made it 10 points from 12 with an impressively dominant display to see off Aston Villa at Anfield and head into the international break just two points off top spot. Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a highly enjoyable afternoon in which all areas of the side functioned superbly. Other subjects covered include the Ryan Gravenberch signing, the Mo Salah speculation and how the lads rated the transfer window as a whole. Plus Dave educates Chris and Paul as to why that second goal today should be credited to his boy Darwin and not a Matty Cash own goal.

Darwin Nunez came off the bench late on and produced two stunning finishes to give the Reds the most dramatic and unlikely of victories at St James after a wild game packed with incident. Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton, John Gallagher and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss one of the most dramatic games of the Klopp era. Lots to get through including Trent's nightmare first half, Virgil's red card, some bizarre decisions by Jurgen in the first half followed by some inspired ones in the second. And of course Dave takes a victory lap after his boy came good. He's a peacock, you've gotta let him fly!

Goals from Luis Diaz, Mo Salah and Diogo Jota helped the Reds overcome a ropey start and a disgraceful refereeing decision that saw Alexis Mac Allister sent off on his home debut against Bournemouth. TLW Editor Dave Usher and Paul Natton hotfooted it back from Anfield to record this chat about the game, the sensational performance from Dom Szoboszlai and last week's surprise signing of Japan captain Wataru Endo.

The season is officially underway and yet again we've drawn with Chelsea. A bright start saw us take the lead with a lovely Luis Diaz goal but sloppy defending from a set-piece let Chelsea back into it and the longer the game went the less likely the Reds looked like winning. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined for this one by Ian Brown and Julian Richards as the lads look back on the game and then get stuck into the Caicedo saga and try to make sense of what happened.

Another new season is upon us after a summer of change. Not enough change for many though, as we head into the opening game at Stamford Bridge having made just two signings while seeing six senior squad members depart. Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown, Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss the transfer business - or lack of - as well as what we're expecting to see tactically from the team this year. Who will play up front? How special is Ben Doak? Does this new system work without Trent? How big a problem is the number six position and just what exactly does Jorg Schmadtke actually do? All of that plus predictions from all of the podcast regulars as we get you ready for the big kick off this weekend.

The captain has deserted the ship. Jordan Henderson is no longer a Red after ending his stellar 12 year stay at Anfield in ignominious fashion by joining Steven Gerrard at *checks notes* Al Ettifaq. Hendo's former number one fan Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards, Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher as the lads share their thoughts on a move that a month ago seemed unthinkable.  The conversation then broadens out to include what should now happen with the captaincy, Fabinho's impending departure and how many players do we need to bring in to fill the void. Plus there's a bit on the pre-season action as Dave and Jules clash yet again over Darwin Nunez.

The Reds have completed their second signing of the summer as exciting Hungarian Dominik Szoboszlai became the latest player to join from RB Leipzig. Chris Smith is joined by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss all things Szoboszlai. Where will he play, what does he bring to the team, who comes in next, who leaves? Plus the usual nonsense.

The first signing of the summer has been made as World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister has arrived from Brighton for what appears to be a bargain fee. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Ian Brown to talk about the new man, where he will fit in, how his arrival might impact on the current squad and what it might mean in terms of other signings.

A fitting way to end a season of disappointment, as despite leading 2-0 the Reds were held to a 4-4 by an already relegated Southampton side. Jota scored twice, Gakpo also found the net and Bobby signed off with a goal on his farewell appearance, but defensively it was a horror show and Kelleher didn't make the most of a rare starting opportunity in goal. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to recap a crazy game at St Mary's and to also take a look at events elsewhere. Specifically at Goodison where the Blues performed their annual escape act, much to Dave's disgust and frustration.

Not what we were hoping for from the final home game. Bobby got a goal on his Anfield farewell but hopes of a top four finish are dead in the water after Villa pooped the party with some horrendous shithousing, ably assisted by a referee with a score to settle. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Paul Natton to reflect on a massively frustrating afternoon as well as paying tribute to the legends Firmino and Milner.

A win made in the Academy as Curtis and Trent bagged the goals to keep the Reds winning run going and maintain the pressure on the teams above. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a good night's work for the lads and to discuss the ramifications of the result at both ends of the table.

A second 1-0 home win this week as once again the Reds edged over the line thanks to a Mo Salah strike, this one being his 100th at Anfield. Chris Smith is joined by John Gallagher and TLW Editor Dave Usher to talk about an eventful evening in L4. Salah breaking more records, the defence standing tall against a set-piece bombardment, the vociferous booing of the national anthem and chanting against the Coronation. It's all in here along with a look at our gradually increasing top four hopes and more chat about the relegation situation.

Five wins on the bounce but once again it was hardly convincing. Mo Salah won it with a first half penalty but then very little happened. Still, a win is a win and we've not had anywhere enough of those this season. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas for a light hearted, early morning chat about the previous night's events. The game itself may have been dull but there's still plenty for the lads to get stuck into. There's Bellingham, Fat Sam's return, Fat Frank's ongoing struggles and a graphic description of the Everton turd that won't flush, as well as more great/awful impressions.

One of the wildest games in many a year, as the Reds raced out to a 3-0 lead inside 15 minutes but then lost their way and were eventually pegged back by a last minute equaliser, only for Diogo Jota to dramatically win it seconds later. Stu Montagu and Paul Natton join TLW Editor Dave Usher to try to make sense of a thoroughly insane 90 minutes at Anfield.

A decent performance, another three points and a second consecutive away win for the Reds. Things are looking up at long last. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a satisfactory night's work for the lads and to also take a look at the rest of the Premier League action. Are Everton about to finally be flushed, and now that Arsenal's title challenge looks to be over will people finally start to acknowledge how City's cheating is ruining football? The boys also poke fun at Frank Lampard's managerial record.

It wasn't pretty but it was three points. Another double for the resurgent Jota and a winner from Salah, but there wasn't much else to like about this. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Paul Natton to reflect on an unconvincing display from the Reds, but given how little there was to discuss from the game the conversation broadened out to include more Bellingham talk, how Trent's new position might impact the transfer plans and why Harry Maguire's massive head might be opening the door for a possible top four run.

Six of the best from the Reds as the lads finally managed to find their shooting boots away from home. Jota's goal drought is over, Salah, Gakpo and Nunez also found the net and Trent impressed again in his new role. Chris Smith is joined by Ian Brown and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a satisfactory evening, while also reflecting on a far from satisfactory week in the pursuit of Jude Bellingham.

The power of Anfield was in evidence once again as the Reds came roaring back from 2-0 to earn a point against the league leaders, and with a bit more luck could easily have won the game. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Paul Natton to reflect on a highly entertaining, incident packed afternoon at Anfield. Lots to unpack from this one.

At least we didn't lose. Another depressing away day though in which the attack rarely threatened and the defence had Chelsea's profligacy in front of goal to thank for a rather unconvincing clean sheet. Chris Smith talks this one through with Dan Thomas and TLW Editor Dave Usher.

Another miserable away day, a third consecutive loss and a pitiful second half capitulation. It had all started so well too as Mo Salah gave us the lead. After that? Urgh. TLW Editor Dave Usher and John Gallagher drew the short straws for this one.

The boys are back with what was supposed to be a preview of the weekend's game with City but ended up being something else entirely. Chris Smith, Ian Brown and TLW Editor Dave Usher got through a wide ranging list of topics include Jude Bellingham's future and Van Basten & Gullit's drive by on Virgil. The lads also answer a selection of questions from the listeners, such as whether we'd sacrifice a top four spot to see Everton relegated, wildest goal celebrations and what's our best front three when everyone is fit and on form. Plus there's a bit on City at the end.

The Reds went out with barely a whimper as Real Madrid cruised along in second gear and went through by a four goal margin on aggregate. Chris Smith and TLW Editor Dave Usher look back on a disheartening night and deal with the major talking points from the game, like why was Darwin subbed, what was up with Trent, why were our corners so shite and what was that late VAR review all about.  There's also some discussion about where we go from here and whether can Klopp still trust some of his 'big hitters' to deliver week in week or out.

From seventh heaven to the depths of despair. If anything sums up this weird season it's getting beat by a team we'd beaten 9-0 earlier in the season, just a week after we'd beaten United 7-0. How do you make sense of that? Chris Smith, John Gallagher and TLW Editor Dave Usher do their best to process what just happened and where we go from here.

What a result. What a performance. Our biggest ever win against United and the biggest sign yet that the team are finally coming back to form. A clean sheet, seven goals from the forwards and an afternoon that we'll never forget. Paul Natton and Ian Brown join TLW Editor Dave Usher to try to make sense of what we just witnessed. Sit back, get comfortable and enjoy. This one is special.

Three points, two goals and a clean sheet. Not a bad night's work for the Reds who overcame Wolves to move to the dizzy heights of sixth in the table thanks to a late flurry in the second half Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to reflect on a decent evening at Anfield and to look ahead to a huge clash against United on Sunday.

It was an uneventful, uninspiring night under the lights at Selhurst Park as the Reds were held to a 0-0 draw by Palace. The result itself isn't too bad but it's hard to feel anything other than disappointed by the nature of the performance. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and John Gallagher to talk this one over and look ahead to Wolves in midweek.

A massively chastening experience for the Reds as a dream start quickly turned into a living nightmare. 2-0 up and flying, but then goal after goal went in at the other end as the last chance of a trophy this season went up in smoke. Chris Smith was joined shortly after the final whistle by Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on one of the more humbling nights in Liverpool's long and illustrious European history.

Back to back wins and the top four is suddenly a realistic target again. Great goals from Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo gave the Reds a dream start and although they failed to add further goals, despite the home side playing for over an hour with ten men, the three points keeps the momentum going following the derby win last week. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Julian Richards to reflect on a weird game in which we saw both sides of this current Liverpool. The lads also look ahead to the huge clash with Real Madrid this Tuesday.

Well that's more like it. A win, a good performance, Mo back in the goals, Gakpo off the mark and Everton still in the bottom three. All in all a good night's work for the Reds. Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to bask in the glow of yet another Anfield derby win and a vastly improved performance. It's too soon to ask if "we're back" but this was definitely a much needed step in the right direction.

Another abysmal away day for the Reds. Three goals conceded for the third Premier League away fixture in a row and a third blank in four games for the attackers. Just miserable stuff. TLW Editor Dave Usher and Julian Richards conduct the post-mortem and look ahead with some trepidation to the next fixture - a home derby against a re-invigorated Everton.

The defence of the FA Cup came to an end with a massive late kick in the nuts. The performance was vastly improved on the last time the Reds played at the Amex Stadium but the result hurt just the same. Chris Smith was joined by Julian Richards and Ian Brown right on the final whistle to share their immediate thoughts on the latest setback in a season full of them.

Two very average teams produced a very average game on a freezing cold day at Anfield. There's not too much more to say about that but somehow we managed to get over an hour's worth of content out of it for you. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by John Gallagher and Dan Thomas to look back on this and look forward to next week's rematch with Brighton in the FA Cup.

Harvey Elliott's brilliant strike was enough to sink Wolves and keep the Reds defence of the FA Cup alive. A much changed line up produced a competent, diligent display to keep the hosts quiet and set up a quick return trip to Brighton. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards and Dave Usher for a fun look back on what was a night full of positives.

Many fans feel this was the worst display since Klopp has been at the club, while the man himself described it as the worst he's seen at any club he's managed. It was bad. Really bad. So what now? Can we rally and still salvage something from the season or are these problems terminal? TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Ian Brown to sift through the wreckage.

Another disappointing display means the Reds will have to win a replay at Molineux if they are to keep their hopes of retaining the trophy alive. Chris Smith and Dave Usher reflect on a poor performance in which Liverpool's strongest available line up needed a contentious late VAR decision to avoid being dumped out by a heavily rotated Wolves side. The lads also look ahead with some trepidation to next week's trip to Brighton.

Calamitous in defence and sterile in attack. 2023 got off to a miserable start for the Reds as they were deservedly beaten by Brentford and missed the chance to leapfrog Spurs in the race for a top four spot. TLW Editor Dave Usher tries to make sense of it with John Gallagher and Julian Richards. So much for 'Happy New Year'.

It was far from convincing but it's three more points. The Reds gave away yet another early goal and needed a helping hand from Leicester defender Wout Faes who chipped in with two own goals to secure the points for Kloppo's boys. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Stu Montagu to look back on a disappointing and somewhat worrying display in which the midfield was again a big problem and the forwards were profligate once more. The lads also discuss the potential impact Cody Gakpo can make and speculate on what else might happen in this transfer window.

The Reds had to withstand a second half fightback from the home side but stood firm to record an important win at Villa Park thanks to goals by Mo Salah, Virgil Van Dijk and a first for young Stefan Bajcetic. Fresh from his sick bed, Chris Smith is joined by Paul Natton and TLW Editor Dave Usher to look back on a satisfying evening in the Midlands, plus the lads discuss the breaking news that Cody Gakpo is on the brink of a move to Anfield.

Proper footy is back but little seems to have changed over the break. Sloppy goals conceded, more injuries and a disappointing loss. It's like we haven't been away at all. The defence of the League Cup is over after a 3-2 defeat at Man City that was as frustrating as it was entertaining. TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Ian Brown to look back on this game and look  ahead to the next one.

We're back after a few weeks off and there's a fair bit to catch up on. Seven Reds went to the World Cup and six are still there. Or maybe it is still seven? It appears that there have been significant developments on the Jude Bellingham front with reliable sources in Germany claiming the teenager favours a move to the Reds, while we've all seen with our own eyes just how close he's grown to Hendo and Trent. Chris Smith is joined by Julian Richards, Stu Montagu and TLW Editor Dave Usher to talk Bellingham and other World Cup observations, while the lads also answer a range of questions sent in by you, the listeners.