The Official Liverpool FC Podcast

The Reaction: Liverpool held by Chelsea

Sat, 09 May 2026 14:50:00 -0000

Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer join Becky Davis to reflect on Saturday's 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Anfield. Today's show includes an interview with head coach Arne Slot.

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The Reaction: Defeat at Old Trafford

Sun, 03 May 2026 19:26:50 -0000

Arne Slot and Ibrahima Konaté give us their thoughts on events at Old Trafford as Liverpool were beaten 3-2 away to Manchester United in the Premier League.
In this episode, Phil Thompson and Gary Gillespie joined Becky Davis in the studio to discuss the game; we also get Jason McAteer's reaction from pitchside at the stadium.

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The Reaction: Reds up to fourth

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:40:32 -0000

Arne Slot, Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz react to Liverpool’s 3-1 win over Crystal Palace that sees them move up to fourth in the Premier League table, above Aston Villa on goal difference, and eight points clear of sixth-placed Brighton.

Former Red Jason McAteer and current LFC Women player Gemma Bonner also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Derby delight at Hill Dickinson

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:34:43 -0000

Virgil van Dijk scored in the 10th minute of stoppage time to secure a dramatic 2-1 win for Liverpool over Everton in the first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

In this episode of The Reaction Arne Slot, Andy Robertson and Freddie Woodman reflect on the victory over the Toffees. We also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson, Jason McAteer and Neil Mellor.

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The Reaction: Reds bow out of Champions League

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:03:33 -0000

Liverpool bowed out of the Champions League after a 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield. The Reds battled throughout, but two second-half finishes from Ousmane Dembele extended the visitors' aggregate lead to 4-0.
In this episode of The Reaction, we'll hear from Arne Slot and Florian Wirtz, as well as former players Phil Thompson and Jay Spearing.

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The Reaction: Rio and Mo strike against Fulham

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:16:10 -0000

Arne Slot and goalscorer Rio Ngumoha reflect on Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Fulham which puts the Reds four points clear of sixth-placed Chelsea ahead of their meeting with Manchester City on Sunday.

Former players Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: First leg defeat in Paris

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:12:35 -0000

Arne Slot and Ryan Gravenberch give their reaction to the 2-0 defeat to PSG in the Champions League quarter-final first leg. In this episode Becky Davis is joined by LFCTV pundits Phil Thompson, Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer.

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The Reaction: Reds exit FA Cup

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:27:57 -0000

Arne Slot reflects on Liverpool’s 4-0 defeat at Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-final.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Ray Houghton, Jason McAteer and Neil Mellor.

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The Reaction: Reds lose at Brighton

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:24:23 -0000

Arne Slot and goalscorer Milos Kerkez reflect on Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat away to Brighton.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Ray Houghton, Jason McAteer and Natasha Dowie.

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The Reaction: Dominant Liverpool reach UCL quarter-finals

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:04 -0000

Liverpool overpowered Galatasaray to win 4-0 in the second leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie at Anfield, with a 4-1 aggregate victory booking a quarter-final where they will face Paris Saint-Germain.
In this episode of The Reaction, we'll hear from Arne Slot and Milos Kerkez, as well as former players Jason McAteer and Jay Spearing.

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The Reaction: Liverpool held by Spurs

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:55:48 -0000

Arne Slot was left frustrated as Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur played out a 1-1 draw at Anfield in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon. In this episode of The Reaction we'll hear from the boss, as well as former players Phil Thompson and Martin Kelly, who were pitchside with Peter McDowall.

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Reds lose first leg at Galatasaray

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:35:37 -0000

Arne Slot and Ryan Gravenberch reflect on Liverpool’s 1-0 defeat at Galatasaray in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Phil Thompson, Sammy Lee and Neil Mellor, as well as our fan panel: Michael Reid and Cara Brown.

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The Reaction: Rio shines in FA Cup win

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:37:15 -0000

Arne Slot and Andy Robertson reflect on Liverpool progressing into the quarter-finals of the Emirates FA Cup on Friday night thanks to a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.

In this episode of The Reaction, Becky Davis was joined in the studio by former Reds Jason McAteer and David Thompson, whilst David James was pitchside at Molineux for us. Our fan panel contributors were Alex Gildea Trott, David Easson, and Stephen Kirley from the Official Liverpool Supporters Club in Glasgow.

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The Reaction: Defeat at Molineux

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 01:07:14 -0000

In this episode of The Reaction Arne Slot reflects on Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat away to Wolves in the Premier League.

We also get analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson and Jason McAteer, plus our fan panel of Abigail Rudkin, Annika Fleming from The Liverpool Girlies podcast, and Anthony Smith from the New South Wales Official Liverpool Supporters Club give their thoughts on the game.

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The Reaction: Goals galore at Anfield

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:31:29 -0000

Arne Slot and Hugo Ekitike reflect on Liverpool’s 5-2 win over West Ham that moves them up to fifth in the Premier League table ahead of Chelsea’s trip to Arsenal.

Former Reds David James and Jason McAteer also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Mac Allister wins it late at Forest

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:03:54 -0000

Arne Slot and Virgil van Dijk reflect on Liverpool’s dramatic 1-0 victory away to Nottingham Forest after Alexis Mac Allister’s 97th minute winning goal.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former Reds Phil Thompson, Gary Gillespie and David Thompson, as well as our fan panel: Chris Coughlin, Courtney Neary and Paul Gaskell.

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The Reaction: Reds advance in FA Cup

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:39:09 -0000

Arne Slot and Curtis Jones reflect on Liverpool advancing to the fifth round of the Emirates FA Cup after beating Brighton & Hove Albion 3-0 at Anfield on Saturday night.
We also get analysis from former Reds David Thompson and Jay Spearing, who joined Harriet Prior pitchside after the full-time whistle.

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The Reaction: Virgil header secures win at Sunderland

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:20:17 -0000

Arne Slot, Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo reflect on Liverpool’s 1-0 win at Sunderland after Virgil van Dijk’s header cut the gap to fifth-placed Chelsea to two points.

In this episode of The Reaction presented by Mark Benstead, we also hear from former Reds Phil Thompson, Jan Molby and Jay Spearing, as well as our fan panel: Abigail Rudkin, Aizaz Sheikh and Joel Richards.

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The Reaction: City win at Anfield

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:23:04 -0000

Arne Slot gives his thoughts after Liverpool were beaten 2-1 by Manchester City in the Premier League.

Former Reds Phil Thompson and Gary Gillespie also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reds Roundtable: Slot, Hughes and Hogan open up

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:38:33 -0000

Arne Slot, Richard Hughes and Billy Hogan feature in a new episode of ‘The Reds Roundtable’, presented by Standard Chartered.
The head coach, sporting director and chief executive officer sat down after the Emirates FA Cup third-round win over Barnsley in January for a candid conversation hosted by Liverpool fan and presenter Vicky Gomersall.

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The Reaction: Reds deliver statement win over Newcastle

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 01:30:16 -0000

Arne Slot and Milos Kerkez give their thoughts after Liverpool came from behind to beat Newcastle United 4-1 at Anfield on Saturday night.

Former Reds Jason McAteer and David James also provide analysis from pitchside after the game.

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The Reaction: Reds cruise into CL last 16

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:40:18 -0000

Arne Slot and Alexis Mac Allister reflect on Liverpool’s 6-0 win over Qarabağ which saw them book their place in the last 16 of the Champions League.

Former Reds Ray Houghton and Jay Spearing also provide analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Liverpool suffer late defeat at Bournemouth

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 23:00:04 -0000

Liverpool fell to a dramatic 3-2 defeat by AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League.
In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Wataru Endo give their assessment of events at Vitality Stadium.
We also get analysis from former Reds Neil Mellor, Sammy Lee and David James, as well as contributions from our fan panel: Errol Smith, Molly Anne McCowan and Craig McKelvie from the OLSC in Dubai.

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The Reaction: Reds score three in Marseille

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:58:33 -0000

Arne Slot and Jeremie Frimpong reflect on Liverpool’s 3-0 victory over Marseille which moves them up to fourth in the Champions League table ahead of the final round of league phase fixtures.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Jason McAteer and Neil Mellor, European football expert Kevin Hatchard, as well as our fan panel: Matthew Baird, Michael Reid and Sam Millne.

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The Reaction: Liverpool frustrated by Burnley draw

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 20:25:29 -0000

Arne Slot gives his assessment after Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by Burnley.

Former Reds Phil Thompson and Jason McAteer also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Reds through to FA Cup fourth round

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 23:29:46 -0000

Arne Slot and Jeremie Frimpong reflect on Liverpool’s 4-1 victory over Barnsley in the FA Cup, after goals from Dominik Szoboszlai, Frimpong, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike set up a fourth-round tie against Brighton.

Former Reds Phil Thompson and Jay Spearing also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Reds claim hard-fought draw at Emirates

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:29:33 -0000

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot gives his verdict after Liverpool played out a hard-fought goalless draw with Arsenal at Emirates Stadium in the Premier League.

Former Reds Jason McAteer, Phil Thompson, and Nigel Spackman provide post-match analysis, and we also get fan panel contributions from Abigail Rudkin, Courtney Neary, and Louis Vogel from the Philadelphia Official Liverpool Supporters Club.

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The Reaction: Late drama in draw at Fulham

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:41:57 -0000

Liverpool played out a 2-2 draw at Fulham in the Premier League, with the game seeing two goals in stoppage time shared between the teams. In this episode of The Reaction, we will be getting the thoughts of Arne Slot and Curtis Jones on events at Craven Cottage.

Former Reds Jason McAteer, Neil Mellor, and Ray Houghton provide post-match, and we also get fan panel contributions from Si Steers, Ryan Paton, and Lingerr Senghor of the OLSC in San Francisco.

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The Reaction: New Year’s Day stalemate

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 21:24:21 -0000

Arne Slot and Virgil van Dijk reflect on Liverpool’s 0-0 draw with Leeds in their first fixture of 2026.

Former Reds Phil Thompson and Jason McAteer also provide analysis from Anfield.

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The Reaction: Win over Wolves wraps up 2025

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 19:49:15 -0000

Head coach Arne Slot, captain Virgil van Dijk and goalscorer Ryan Gravenberch give their thoughts on Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Wolves in the Premier League.

Jason McAteer and Ray Houghton were also down pitchside at Anfield to provide analysis of the action from the Reds' final game of 2025.

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The Reaction: Reds win over nine-man Spurs

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 22:39:39 -0000

Arne Slot and Florian Wirtz give their thoughts on Liverpool’s 2-1 away win over Tottenham Hotspur.

Former Reds Jason McAteer, Sammy Lee and Ray Houghton provide analysis of the action; we also get fan panel contributions from Joel Richards.

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The Reaction: Hugo at the double

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:25:25 -0000

Arne Slot and Curtis Jones give their thoughts on Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Brighton after Hugo Ekitike’s brace secured all three points in their 16th Premier League fixture of the season.

Reds legends Phil Thompson and Ray Houghton also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Liverpool win in the San Siro!

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:43:35 -0000

Liverpool put recent troubles behind them to record a stunning 1-0 victory at Inter Milan in the Champions League.

In this episode of The Reaction we hear from Arne Slot and match-winner Dominik Szoboszlai. We also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson and Neil Mellor, and European football expert Kevin Hatchard.

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The Reaction: Liverpool and Leeds Utd play out 3-3 draw

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 23:02:54 -0000

Liverpool were held to a 3-3 draw by Leeds United in the Premier League.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Hugo Ekitike give their thoughts on the game at Elland Road; we also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson, Jan Mølby and David Thompson.

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The Reaction: Reds held by Sunderland in Anfield draw

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:38:16 -0000

Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by Sunderland in the Premier League.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Florian Wirtz give their thoughts on the game at Anfield; we also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson and Ray Houghton.

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The Reaction: Isak on target in victory over the Hammers

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:38:19 -0000

Goals from Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo secured Liverpool a 2-0 win away at West Ham United in the Premier League.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Joe Gomez give their assessment of the encounter at the London Stadium; we also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Sammy Lee, Neil Mellor and Ray Houghton.

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The Reaction: Liverpool beaten by PSV at Anfield

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 23:47:06 -0000

Liverpool were defeated 4-1 by PSV Eindhoven at Anfield in the UEFA Champions League.

In this episode of The Reaction, we'll bring you Arne Slot's thoughts on the game as well as post-match analysis from former Reds David Thompson and Jay Spearing.

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The Reaction: Forest win at Anfield

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:30:21 -0000

Arne Slot reflects on a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest that sees Liverpool drop into the bottom half of the Premier League table.

Former Reds Jason McAteer and Niamh Fahey also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Defeat at the Etihad

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 21:08:59 -0000

Goals from Erling Haaland, Nico Gonzalez and Jeremy Doku meant Liverpool were defeated 3-0 by Manchester City in the Premier League.
In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot gives his assessment of events at the Etihad Stadium; we also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Jason McAteer, Neil Mellor and Jan Molby.
Our fan panel contributors were Alex Gildea Trott, Stephanie Rohlfs and José Andrés Orozco Mora from the OLSC in Costa Rica.

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The Reaction: Alexis seals victory over Real

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:10:21 -0000

Liverpool put on an outstanding performance under the lights at Anfield to secure a crucial 1-0 victory over Real Madrid as Alexis Mac Allister's decisive second-half header sealed all three points in Matchday 4 in the league phase of the Champions League.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Andy Robertson give their assessment of the triumph over the Spaniards, and we also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson & Jason McAteer.

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The Reaction: Reds return to winning ways

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 23:54:20 -0000

Arne Slot and Conor Bradley reflect on Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Aston Villa, after goals from Mo Salah and Ryan Gravenberch helped to end a run of four straight Premier League defeats.

Former Reds Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer also provide pitchside analysis at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Reds out of the Carabao Cup

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 23:39:46 -0000

A heavily rotated Liverpool side were eliminated from the Carabao Cup as Crystal Palace won 3-0 at Anfield. In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot gives his assessment of the 4th round encounter with Palace, and we also bring you post-match analysis from former Reds Jay Spearing and Natasha Dowie.

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The Reaction: Defeat at Brentford

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 23:10:01 -0000

Arne Slot and Andy Robertson reflect on Liverpool’s 3-2 defeat at Brentford in the Premier League.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former Reds Sammy Lee, David James and Jay Spearing, as well as our fan panel: Chris Coughlin, Conrad Barreto and Josh Sexton.

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The Reaction: Liverpool respond with a 5-star victory over Frankfurt

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 23:26:31 -0000

Liverpool returned to winning ways by beating Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 away from home in the Champions League.

In this episode of The Reaction, we hear from Arne Slot and Curtis Jones, as well as post-match analysis from former Reds Jay Spearing and Neil Mellor. Our fan panel contributors were Gareth Roberts, Dan Morgan and Kyle Miles from the Kansas City OLSC.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten by United at Anfield

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 20:16:43 -0000

Arne Slot gives his assessment of Liverpool's 2-1 defeat by Manchester United at Anfield in the Premier League.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also get analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson, Jay Spearing and John Aldridge.

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The Reaction: Defeat at Chelsea

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 21:01:17 -0000

Arne Slot and Alexander Isak reflect on Liverpool’s 2-1 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former Reds Sammy Lee, Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer, as well as our fan panel: Jake Lota, Joel Richards and Mo Stewart.

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The Reaction: Injury blows in Istanbul defeat

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 23:39:55 -0000

Victor Osimhen’s 16th-minute penalty was decisive as Liverpool were defeated 1-0 by Galatasaray at RAMS Park in game two of the Champions League. A difficult evening in Türkiye was further compounded by second-half injuries suffered by Alisson Becker and Hugo Ekitike.

In this episode of The Reaction we hear from Arne Slot and Curtis Jones, as well as post-match analysis from former Reds Phil Thompson and Neil Mellor. Our fan panel contributors were Courtney Neary and Padraig Byrne from the Wexford OLSC.

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The Reaction: Last minute despair at Palace

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:39:14 -0000

After inflicting late winners on so many sides this season, Liverpool felt the pain on Saturday as they fell to a 97th minute Eddie Nketiah goal which gave Crystal Palace a 2-1 win at Selhurst Park.
In this episode of The Reaction we'll hear from boss Arne Slot and former Reds Phil Babb, Nigel Spackman and Ray Houghton.

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The Reaction: Isak off the mark

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 23:42:48 -0000

Alexander Isak scored his first goal for the club, and Hugo Ekitike delivered the winner as Liverpool beat Southampton 2-1 in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

In this episode of the Reaction, we will hear from goalscorer Alexander Isak, Federico Chiesa, and Liverpool manager Arne Slot. Former Reds David Thompson and Jay Spearing also contribute their analysis of the encounter at Anfield.

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The Reaction: The city is RED after derby victory

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 15:58:11 -0000

Goals from Ryan Gravenberch and Hugo Ekitike gave Liverpool a 2-1 victory over Everton in the 247th competitive Merseyside derby.
In this episode of the Reaction, we'll hear from goalscorer Ekitike as well as Liverpool boss Arne Slot; we also get the thoughts of former Reds Phil Thompson and Ray Houghton.

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The Reaction: Another last minute winner!

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:35:26 -0000

Liverpool began their Champions League campaign with a 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid - but once again it all came down to an injury time winner. The Reaction has interviews with Jeremie Frimpong and Arne Slot, and we'll hear from former Reds Jay Spearing and Jason McAteer.

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The Reaction: Salah's spot-kick seals stoppage-time victory

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:49:11 -0000

Liverpool extended their winning start to the new Premier League campaign as Mohamed Salah converted a penalty in the 95th minute to claim a 1-0 result over Burnley at Turf Moor. In this episode of The Reaction, we will hear the thoughts of Arne Slot and Captain Virgil van Dijk, along with former Reds Ronnie Whelan, Phil Babb, and David Thompson; additionally, fan panel contributions come from Josh Williams and Kim Olthof from the Netherlands OLSC.

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The Reaction: Szobo's stunning strike sends Liverpool top

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 20:02:50 -0000

A stunning free-kick by Dominik Szoboszlai earned Liverpool a 1-0 win over Arsenal at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side now head into the international break sitting top of the Premier League, the Reds the only team to have amassed nine points from their opening three games of the campaign.
In this episode of the Reaction, we'll hear from the goalscorer as well as Ryan Gravenberch and Liverpool boss Arne Slot. We also get the thoughts of former Reds Phil Thompson and Gary Gillespie.

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The Reaction: Liverpool's youngest-ever scorer wins it for the Reds

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 22:36:58 -0000

Rio Ngumoha scored a 100th minute winner on his Premier League debut to give Liverpool a 3-2 win at Newcastle. In this episode of the Reaction we'll hear from the 16-year-old winger and get the thoughts of former Reds Ronnie Whelan, Neil Mellor and David Thompson.

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The Reaction: Emotion and drama as the Reds kick-off with a win!

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 22:42:26 -0000

Liverpool began the defence of their Premier League title in dramatic fashion with two late goals to see off the challenge of brave Bournemouth. In the first Reaction podcast of the new season we'll hear from Virgil van Dijk and Federico Chiesa. Mark Benstead hosts the show, alongside Phil Thompson and Jason McAteer.

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The Reaction: Wembley shoot-out agony

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 17:43:45 -0000

The Reaction returns for the 2025-26 season, beginning at Wembley where Liverpool were beaten by Crystal Palace in a Community Shield penalty shoot-out. Becky Davis is joined by Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer, and we also get the thoughts of Reds boss Arne Slot.

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The Reaction: Liverpool lift the Premier League Trophy

Sun, 25 May 2025 19:40:22 -0000

It's the day we've been waiting for - title number 20 has arrived. Join us pitchside at Anfield as we enjoy the magic moment. Mark Benstead is with Robbie Fowler, Phil Thompson, Jay Spearing and Jason McAteer. We also hear from Arne Slot, Virgil van Dijk, Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Harvey Elliott and a whole host of special guests.

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The Reaction: Champions lose at Brighton

Mon, 19 May 2025 23:10:49 -0000

Arne Slot reflects on Liverpool’s 3-2 defeat to Brighton in their final away fixture of the season.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former Reds Phil Thompson, Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer, as well as our fan panel: Carl Woodward, Kathleen Pasqualini and Sam Millne.

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The Reaction: Reds held to Anfield draw by Gunners

Sun, 11 May 2025 19:38:40 -0000

Arne Slot and Cody Gakpo give their verdict on Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal at Anfield.
In this episode of The Reaction, Mark Benstead was joined by former Reds Phil Thompson and John Barnes.

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The Reaction: Champions beaten at Chelsea

Sun, 04 May 2025 20:11:36 -0000

Arne Slot and Harvey Elliott give their verdict on Liverpool’s 3-1 defeat at Stamford Bridge in their first fixture after becoming Premier League champions.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former Reds midfielders Ronnie Whelan, Ray Houghton and David Thompson, as well as our fan panel: Aboubakr Azale, Joel Richards and Matt Ladson.

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THE REACTION: PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS 2024-25

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 20:14:02 -0000

Liverpool are Premier League Champions. Join us pitchside as Arne Slot, Cody Gakpo and Alisson Becker all feature in The Reaction, hosted by Rob Jones, Phil Thompson and Jason McAteer.

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The Reaction: Just three more points needed!

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 19:12:04 -0000

Join us for post-match reaction from The King Power Stadium as Liverpool's 1-0 win at Leicester means one more win will seal a 20th league title. Rob Jones is joined by Phil Thompson, David Thompson and Neil Mellor and we have interviews with Arne Slot and Ryan Gravenberch.

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The Reaction: Van Dijk clinches victory over West Ham

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 16:44:22 -0000

Arne Slot, Alisson Becker and Conor Bradley give their verdict on Liverpool’s 2-1 win against West Ham which leaves the Reds needing six points from their remaining six fixtures to secure the Premier League title.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former midfielders Ray Houghton and David Thompson, who joined Mark Benstead for LFCTV’s post-match show at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten at Fulham

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 17:56:39 -0000

Arne Slot and Alexis Mac Allister give their reaction as Liverpool suffered just their second defeat of the Premier League season when they were beaten 3-2 away at Fulham.
We also hear from former Reds Jason McAteer, Ronnie Whelan, and David Thompson, as well as our fan panel, Alex Gildea Trott, Errol Smith, and Lingerr Senghor from the Official Liverpool Supporters Club in San Francisco.

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The Reaction: Derby victory restores 12-point gap at top

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 23:32:22 -0000

Arne Slot, Curtis Jones and goalscorer Diogo Jota gave their thoughts on another massive night at Anfield as Liverpool restored their 12-point gap at the top of the Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Everton in the Merseyside derby.

In this episode of The Reaction, Mark Benstead was joined by former Reds Phil Thompson and John Barnes, who gave their analysis of the win over the Toffees.

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The Reaction: Wembley heartache for Liverpool

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 21:13:33 -0000

In this episode, Arne Slot and Caoimhin Kelleher give their reaction to Liverpool’s 2-1 Carabao Cup final defeat to Newcastle.
We also hear analysis from former Reds Robbie Fowler, Neil Mellor and Jay Spearing, who joined Peter McDowall at Wembley for LFCTV’s post-match show.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten on penalties by PSG

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:41:31 -0000

Arne Slot and Alisson Becker give their verdict on Liverpool’s penalty shootout defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16 of the Champions League.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former Reds midfielders Ray Houghton and Jay Spearing, who joined Mark Benstead for LFCTV’s post-match show at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Nunez & Salah sink the Saints

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 19:19:53 -0000

Arne Slot, Harvey Elliott, and Trent Alexander-Arnold gave their thoughts on Liverpool's hard-fought 3-1 victory over Southampton that extended the Reds' lead at the top of the Premier League to 16 points.

In this episode of The Reaction, Becky Davis was joined pitchside at Anfield by former Reds Ronnie Whelan and David James.

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The Reaction: Alisson outstanding as Harvey seals win

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:33:16 -0000

In this episode, Arne Slot, Ibrahima Konaté, and goalscorer Harvey Elliott gave their reactions to Liverpool's hard-fought 1-0 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie with Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des Princes.

In the LFCTV studio, Mark Benstead was joined by former Reds Phil Thompson and David Thompson. We also heard from our fan panel contributors Gareth Roberts, Courtney Neary, and Anthony Smith from the Official Liverpool Supporters Club in New South Wales.

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The Reaction: Liverpool 13 points clear

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:40:22 -0000

In this episode, Arne Slot, Virgil van Dijk, and Alexis Mac Allister gave their reactions to another huge night at Anfield as Liverpool underlined their title credentials once more with a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United.
Reds legend John Barnes and LFC Women defender Gemma Bonner joined Becky Davis at Anfield to reflect on the game in LFCTV's post-match show.

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The Reaction: Salah and Szoboszlai seal Etihad victory

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:59:40 -0000

In this episode, Arne Slot, Dominic Szoboszlai, and Andy Robertson give us their thoughts on Liverpool's 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad, which moves the Reds 11 points clear at the top of the Premier League.

We also hear from former Reds Ronnie Whelan, Jay Spearing, and Jan Mølby, as well as our fan panel David Easson and Lauren Kwiatkowski from our official supporters club in Brooklyn.

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The Reaction: Reds draw at Villa Park

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 23:47:39 -0000

In this episode, Arne Slot, Alexis Mac Allister, and Andy Robertson give their reaction to Liverpool's 2-2 away draw with Aston Villa in the Premier League.
We also hear from former Reds Phil Thompson, Neil Mellor, and David Thompson, as well as our fan panel Michael Reid, Josh Williams, and Kyle Miles from the Official Liverpool Supporters Club in Kansas City.

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The Reaction: Reds dig deep in Wolves win

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 18:24:53 -0000

Arne Slot, Jarrell Quansah, and Wataru Endō give their reaction to Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Wolves at Anfield in the Premier League, one that returns the gap at the top to a seven-point advantage over Arsenal in second place. Former Reds Jason McAteer and David Thompson are alongside Mark Benstead at Anfield for LFCTV's post-match show.

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The Reaction: Merseyside derby draw at Goodison

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:46:13 -0000

In this episode, Conor Bradley gives his reaction to the dramatic 2-2 draw with Everton in the final Merseyside derby to be played at Goodison Park.

We also hear from former players Neil Mellor, Jay Spearing, and Jan Mølby, as well as our fan panel Josh Sexton, Dan Morgan, and Brian Shappell from our official supporters club in Baltimore.

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The Reaction: Liverpool stunned by Plymouth

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:45:24 -0000

Harvey Elliott reacts to Liverpool's surprise 4th round FA Cup exit at the hands of Championship side Plymouth Argyle. We'll also hear from former Reds Phil Thompson and Neil Mellor, as well as ex Plymouth boss Ryan Lowe.

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The Reaction: We're on our way to Wembley!

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 23:35:47 -0000

Arne Slot and Conor Bradley react to the 4-0 thrashing of Tottenham in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, giving Liverpool a 4-1 aggregate win which sends the Reds to Wembley for a second successive season.
Phil Thompson and Gemma Bonner are with Rob Jones at Anfield for this one.

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The Reaction: Salah at the double

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 19:00:06 -0000

Arne Slot and Curtis Jones reflect on Liverpool’s 2-0 win away to Bournemouth after Mo Salah’s brace put the Reds nine points clear at the top of the Premier League ahead of Arsenal’s meeting with Manchester City on Sunday.
In this episode we also hear from former players Sammy Lee, Ray Houghton, and Jason McAteer, as well as supporters Josh Williams, Matt Ladson, and Yasin Mohamudbucus.

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The Reaction: Liverpool finish top despite defeat

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:33:53 -0000

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and James McConnell gave their verdict as Liverpool ended the Champions League league phase in top spot despite a 3-2 defeat away at PSV Eindhoven. In the LFCTV studio, former players Phil Thompson and Jay Spearing joined Rob Jones for The Matchday Live post-match show, plus we got fan panel contributions from Dan Austin, Carl Woodward, and Jake Lota from the OLSC in Toronto.

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The Reaction: Ipswich hit for four

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 18:49:34 -0000

Arne Slot, Cody Gakpo and Andy Robertson give their verdict on Liverpool’s 4-1 win over Ipswich which keeps the Reds six points clear of second-placed Arsenal at the top of the Premier League.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Phil Thompson and Martin Kelly, who joined Becky Davis for LFCTV’s post-match show at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Victory over Lille seals round of 16

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:38:48 -0000

Coming up in this podcast, Arne Slot, Alexis Mac Allister, and scorer of the winning goal, Harvey Elliott, gave their reaction as Liverpool triumphed with a 2-1 win over 10-man Lille and with it passage into the last 16 of the Champions League. In the LFCTV studio at Anfield, former Red Jay Spearing and LFC Women defender Gemma Bonner joined Rob Jones to discuss the victory over the French side.

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The Reaction: Darwin's late double seals victory

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 19:59:25 -0000

Arne Slot and Harvey Elliott give us their verdict on Liverpool's dramatic 2-0 win over Brentford in the Premier League. In the LFCTV studio we'll hear from Becky Davis, who was joined by Neil Mellor and Sammy Lee. We also hear from Nigel Spackman and our fan panel of Si Steers, Dan Morgan, and Avinash Giridhar.

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The Reaction: Liverpool stay six clear after Forest draw

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:56:23 -0000

Arne Slot and Virgil van Dijk give us their verdict on the 1-1 draw at the City Ground. In the LFCTV studio we'll hear from Becky Davis who was joined by Martin Kelly and Sammy Lee. We also hear from David Thompson, and our fan panel of Courtney Neary, Gary McGurk and Dave Easson.

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The Reaction: Anfield delight as Reds progress in FA Cup

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 16:44:14 -0000

Arne Slot, Diogo Jota, Jayden Danns, and Tyler Morton give their thoughts on Liverpool's 4-0 victory over Accrington Stanley in the 3rd round of the Emirates FA Cup, plus from the visitors, boss John Doolan and forward Josh Woods give their reaction to events at Anfield.
Mark Benstead was also joined down pitch-side by former Reds Jason McAteer and Ronnie Whelan, who gave their analysis in LFCTV's post-match show.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten at Spurs in semi-final first leg

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:42:11 -0000

Liverpool were beaten 1-0 by Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night in the opening leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie.

A solitary strike from Lucas Bergvall four minutes from the end of normal time settled the affair at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, leaving the hosts holding a slender advantage ahead of the Anfield return on the 6th of February.

Coming up in this podcast, Arne Slot and Conor Bradley reflect on a frustrating night in the capital.

Former Red Jason McAteer and LFC Women defender Gemma Bonner joined Becky Davis in the studio for LFCTV's post-match show.

We were also joined by our fan panel contributors, Gareth Roberts, Ryan Paton, and Padraig Byrne from the Wexford Official LFC Supporters’ Club, joined us remotely to give their thoughts on events at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.

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The Reaction: Reds held by United

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 20:28:04 -0000

Arne Slot and Alexis Mac Allister reflect on Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Manchester United after the Reds began 2025 by earning a point that keeps them six above Arsenal at the top of the Premier League, with a game in hand.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Ray Houghton and Jason McAteer, who joined Mark Benstead for LFCTV’s post-match show at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Five-star Reds end the year in style

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 22:26:27 -0000

Liverpool earned a clinical 5-0 victory over West Ham United at London Stadium on Sunday evening in the Premier League.
The Reds opened up a three-goal advantage at the half-time break following an impressive opening 45 minutes, which saw goals from Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah.
After the interval, Trent Alexander-Arnold added to the scoreline for Arne Slot's men, while substitute Diogo Jota put the finishing touches on the game in the latter stages, helping move Liverpool eight points clear at the top of the standings in style.
Coming up in this podcast Arne Slot, Jarrell Quansah and Kostas Tsimikas reflect on the impressive display in the capital.
Former Reds Sammy Lee and Ronnie Whelan joined Becky Davis in the studio for LFCTV's post-match show, whilst Ray Houghton gave his analysis of the game from down at the London Stadium.
Our fan panel contributors, Joel Richards, Mo Stewart and Jackie Willcox from the Official LFC Supporters’ Club in Madrid, joined us remotely to give their thoughts on Liverpool's victory.

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The Reaction: Boxing Day delight

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 00:04:49 -0000

Arne Slot and Curtis Jones reflect on Liverpool’s 3-1 victory over Leicester after goals from Cody Gakpo, Jones – on his 100th Premier League appearance – and Mo Salah helped the Reds go seven points clear of Chelsea at the top of the Premier League, with a game in hand.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players John Barnes and Jason McAteer, who joined Becky Davis for LFCTV’s post-match show at Anfield.

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The Reaction : Reds top at Christmas as Spurs hit for six

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 21:05:06 -0000

Liverpool will be four points clear at the top of the Premier League on Christmas Day after a dominant 6-3 victory away at Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.
Headers from Luis Diaz and Alexis Mac Allister put the Reds two goals up after 36 minutes, before James Maddison pulled one back.

Dominik Szoboszlai added the visitors' third in first-half stoppage time and was then joined on the scoresheet by Mohamed Salah, who converted twice following the interval.

Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke netted what proved to be consolations as Diaz completed the scoring to see Arne Slot's side take advantage of second-placed Chelsea dropping points earlier in the day.
Coming up in this podcast Arne Slot and Ryan Gravenberch give us their thoughts on the breathless encounter in the capital.
Former Red Former Phil Thompson and current LFC Women defender Gemma Bonner joined Rob Jones in the studio for LFCTV's post-match show, whilst Nigel Spackman gave his analysis of the game from down at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

We also received contributions throughout the podcast from local fans Si Steers and Abigail Rudkin and from over in the US, Michael Crump from the Official LFC Supporters Club in Atlanta.

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The Reaction: Reds into Carabao Cup semis

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:12:05 -0000

Arne Slot and Harvey Elliott reflect on Liverpool’s 2-1 win at Southampton, after goals from Darwin Núñez and Elliott – on his first start of the season – booked the Reds’ place in the last four of the Carabao Cup.
In this episode we also hear from former players Nigel Spackman, Jason McAteer and Neil Mellor on the key talking points from the game, as well as supporters Dan Morgan, Josh Williams and José Orozco.

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The Reaction: Jota rescues point for 10-man Liverpool

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 19:47:28 -0000

Ten-man Liverpool rescued a point in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Fulham at Anfield on Saturday afternoon thanks to a late goal from the returning Diogo Jota.
Arne Slot gives us his thoughts on the draw with the Cottagers, whilst former Reds Jason McAteer and David James discuss the key talking points from the game with Mark Benstead on LFCTV's post-match show.

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The Reaction: Salah on the spot in Spain

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 22:25:05 -0000

Arne Slot and the returning Alisson Becker reflect on Liverpool’s 1-0 victory in Girona after Mo Salah’s second half penalty maintained their 100% record in the Champions League this season.
In this episode we also hear from 1981 European Cup winning captain Phil Thompson and former Reds defender Martin Kelly, as well as supporters Camelia Abdennbi-Bohills, Ryan Paton and Tom Greaves.

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The Reaction: Six goal thriller as Reds held by Newcastle

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 23:27:28 -0000

Liverpool fought back from 1-0 and 2-1 down, but were eventually left frustrated as Newcastle grabbed an 90th minute equaliser at St James' Park.

Mo Salah was once again the Liverpool hero, creating the first for Curtis Jones, before adding two himself as Liverpool looked for a 12th victory in the opening 14 games of the Premier League season.

But there was late agony as Fabian Schär slid in to rescue a point for the home side, and Liverpool's lead at the top has been cut to seven points.

Coming up in this podcast we'll hear from Arne Slot and Curtis Jones and we have the thoughts of former Reds Phil Thompson, Neil Mellor and David James.

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The Reaction: Nine points clear as dominant Reds defeat City

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 20:24:31 -0000

Liverpool moved nine points clear at the top of the Premier League as Manchester City were beaten 2-0 at Anfield.

Cody Gakpo’s early goal – scored during a blistering opening 20 minutes from the Reds – was supplemented by a 78th-minute penalty from Mohamed Salah as Arne Slot’s side pulled further ahead of Arsenal and Chelsea, who sit joint-second in the table.

The result means City are now 11 points adrift of the remarkable pace set by Liverpool, who have amassed 34 points from their first 13 top-flight matches of the season.

Coming up in this podcast we'll hear from Arne Slot and Cody Gakpo as the Reds followed up their Champions League victory over Real Madrid with another emphatic performance to deservedly defeat the Premier League Champions.

We also got reactions from former players John Barnes and Gary Gillespie, who joined Rob Jones down pitch-side at Anfield for LFCTV’s post-match show.

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The Reaction: Reds stun Real Madrid in statement win

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:39:48 -0000

Liverpool maintained their flawless record in this season’s Champions League by beating Real Madrid 2-0 at Anfield.

An action-packed second half that featured goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo also included missed penalties by Kylian Mbappe – whose effort was saved by Caoimhin Kelleher soon after Mac Allister’s opener – and Mohamed Salah.

Coming up in this podcast we'll hear from Arne Slot and Andy Robertson as the Reds produced yet another performance of class and authority to deservedly defeat the holders and reel off a fifth consecutive victory in the competition’s league phase.

We also get reaction from former players Phil Thompson and Jay Spearing, who joined Mark Benstead for LFCTV’s post-match show.

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The Reaction: Salah’s spot-kick sends Reds eight clear

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 19:14:52 -0000

Arne Slot and goalscorer Dominik Szoboszlai give their reaction after Mo Salah’s late penalty earned Liverpool a 3-2 win over Southampton in an eventful encounter at St Mary’s.
Despite leading through Szoboszlai’s opener, the Reds fell behind to goals from Adam Armstrong and Mateus Fernandes, before a Salah double secured all three points, moving them eight clear of second-placed Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
In this episode we also hear from former players David Thompson, Neil Mellor and Charlie Adam, as well as supporters Abigail Rudkin, Justin Conn and Mo Stewart.

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The Reaction: Liverpool go five points clear

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 23:55:05 -0000

Arne Slot, Ibrahima Konaté and Alexis Mac Allister react to Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Aston Villa after goals from Darwin Núñez and Mohamed Salah secured a 15th win of the season from 17 games in all competitions and extended the Reds’ lead at the top of the Premier League to five points.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players David Thompson and Neil Mellor, who joined Mark Benstead pitchside at Anfield for LFCTV’s post-match show.

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The Reaction: Diaz hat-trick as Reds top Champions League

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:22:45 -0000

Luis Diaz fired in a hat-trick to help Liverpool beat Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 at Anfield and maintain their perfect start in this season's Champions League.

A second-half flurry of goals on Tuesday night saw the Reds overcome Xabi Alonso's Bundesliga champions to take 12 points from their opening four matches in the league phase.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot, Ibrahima Konate and Kosta Tsimikas reflect on the victory at Anfield, plus Xabi Alonso admits to having mixed emotions about his return to Merseyside after his side were heavily outplayed in the second half.

Former players Phil Thompson and Jay Spearing gave their analysis of the encounter when they joined Mark Benstead in LFCTV's Anfield studio.

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The Reaction: Victory over Brighton sends Liverpool top

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 20:26:24 -0000

Liverpool reclaimed top spot in the Premier League with a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield.

The Reds trailed for much of Saturday’s encounter after Ferdi Kadioglu had lashed the away team in front with 14 minutes on the clock. But a blistering two-minute period in the second half saw Cody Gakpo’s cross find the bottom corner and Mohamed Salah ping in a brilliant winner.

This episode of The Reaction includes post-match interviews with Arne Slot, Joe Gomez, and Wataru Endō; we also hear from former players Ray Houghton and Martin Kelly.

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The Reaction: Gakpo fires Reds into quarter-finals

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:49:45 -0000

An impressive double from Cody Gakpo and a Luis Díaz strike earned Liverpool a 3-2 win at Brighton in the Carabao Cup fourth round, as the holders booked their place in the last eight of the competition.
This episode of The Reaction includes interviews with Arne Slot, who enjoyed a 12th victory in his opening 14 matches in charge of the Reds, and Vítězslav Jaroš after his first senior start for the club.
We also hear from current LFC Women’s defender Gemma Bonner, former players Gary Gillespie and Natasha Dowie, as well as Liverpool fans Beth Lindop, Dan Morgan and Joel Richards.

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The Reaction: Salah's late strike seals precious point

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 21:17:03 -0000

Mo Salah's 81st minute leveller earned Liverpool a valuable point at Arsenal on Sunday night, and in this episode of The Reaction podcast we'll hear from a proud Arne Slot who was delighted with the battling qualities on show. We also have the thoughts of former Liverpool players Jan Molby, Phil Thompson and Martin Kelly.

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The Reaction: Darwin delivers victory over Leipzig

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:39:32 -0000

Darwin Núñez’s first-half goal continued Liverpool’s perfect start in the Champions League as RB Leipzig were beaten 1-0 at Red Bull Arena. With nine points amassed from three games, the Reds sit joint-top of the competition’s league phase with Aston Villa after claiming an impressive away victory on Wednesday night.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Cody Gakpo react to the victory over Germany, whilst in the LFCTV studio Becky Davis was joined by former Reds defender Gary Gillespie and current LFC Women centre-back Gemma Bonner. Our LFC fans panel for the post-match show comprised of Dan Austin, Paul Cope, and Sashi Nair from the Kuala Lumper Official LFC Supporters Club.

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The Reaction: Jones winner keeps Reds top

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 21:05:15 -0000

Arne Slot, Ryan Gravenberch and Caoimhin Kelleher react to an eventful encounter with Chelsea at Anfield which saw Curtis Jones’ winner secure a 2-1 victory for Liverpool, after Mo Salah’s penalty was cancelled out by Nicolas Jackson.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Phil Thompson and Jason McAteer, who joined Rob Jones pitchside for LFCTV’s post-match show.

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Mental Health: In Conversation With Diogo Jota & Lee Richardson

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

To mark World Mental Health Day 2024, Diogo Jota talks to LFC's Performance Psychologist, Lee Richardson, about managing mental health and wellbeing as part of the Red Together campaign.

For more information and advice on mental health and wellbeing visit mentalhealth.org.uk

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The Reaction: Jota secures victory at Palace

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 16:03:04 -0000

Arne Slot, Cody Gakpo and Vítězslav Jaroš react to Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Crystal Palace after Diogo Jota’s 9th minute goal was enough to earn all three points at Selhurst Park and keep the Reds top of the Premier League heading into the international break.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear analysis from former players Ray Houghton, Jason McAteer and Martin Kelly who appeared on LFCTV’s post-match show, as well as Liverpool fans Gareth Roberts, Ryan Paton and Kim Olthof.

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The Reaction: Salah stunner seals Reds victory

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:06:20 -0000

Liverpool recorded a 2-0 victory over Bologna at Anfield on Wednesday night to make it two wins from two in the Champions League league phase.

Alexis Mac Allister put the Reds in front on 11 minutes when his dart into the area was picked out by a sublime Mohamed Salah delivery, enabling him to steer in from close range with one touch.

In a hard-fought contest, Bologna struck the woodwork twice in the first half, but Salah made certain of the outcome when he rasped a curling finish into the top corner in the final quarter and made certain a 100 per cent start to the new-look format.

With this victory head coach Arne Slot has achieved a feat never done before in Liverpool history after his side defeated Bologna on Wednesday night. The Dutchman became the only boss in Reds history to preside over eight wins in their opening nine matches in charge.

In this episode of The Reaction, Arne Slot and Dominik Szoboszlai reflect on the win at Anfield, we also hear from former players Jason McAteer and Jay Spearing who joined Rob Jones for LFCTV’s post-match show

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The Reaction: Molineux win puts Reds top

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 23:15:22 -0000

Arne Slot and goalscorer Ibrahima Konate reflect on Liverpool’s 2-1 win at Wolves which saw them go top of the Premier League. Konate’s header and Mo Salah’s penalty helped the Reds pick up all three points as they maintained their 100% away record in 2024-25 so far.
In this episode of The Reaction, we also hear from former players Sammy Lee and David James – who joined Becky Davis for LFCTV’s post-match show – as well as Liverpool fans Mo Stewart, Abigail Rudkin and Neil Chheda.

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The Reaction: Liverpool hit five against the Hammers

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 23:32:28 -0000

Liverpool advanced to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a 5-1 victory over West Ham United at Anfield on Wednesday night.

The holders had to recover from a Jarell Quansah own goal to ensure their defence moved past the first obstacle but ultimately did so dominantly, with Diogo Jota swiftly equalising.

Jota put the Reds ahead on the night four minutes into the second half, Mohamed Salah later rose from the bench to make it three, and Cody Gakpo glossed the score further with a double in the closing moments.

Hear reactions from inside the Anfield dressing room from Arne Slot, Diogo Jota, and Curtis Jones while former Reds Neil Mellor and Jay Spearing analyse the key talking points with Mark Benstead in LFCTV’s post-match show.

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The Reaction: Diaz and Nunez earn Bournemouth win

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 19:26:13 -0000

Hear reaction from Arne Slot, Caoimhin Kelleher and Federico Chiesa – on his Anfield debut – after a Luis Diaz brace and Darwin Nunez’s first goal of the season helped Liverpool to a 3-0 win over Bournemouth.
Club legends Gary Gillespie and Natasha Dowie also provide analysis of the key talking points with Mark Benstead in LFCTV’s post-match show.

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The Reaction: Up and running in Europe

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:40:59 -0000

Arne Slot and Virgil van Dijk reflect on Liverpool’s 3-1 win over AC Milan in their opening Champions League fixture of the season. Goals from the captain, Ibrahima Konaté and Dominik Szoboszlai saw the Reds come from behind to pick up all three points at San Siro.
We also hear from former players Neil Mellor and Jay Spearing, who joined Mark Benstead for LFCTV’s post-match show, as well as Liverpool fans Beth Lindop, Dan Austin, Si Steers and Nabs Al Busaldi.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten by Forest

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 18:26:50 -0000

Liverpool were beaten 1-0 by Nottingham Forest at Anfield in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.
The visitors provided the decisive strike in the 72nd minute of the contest via substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi, as the winger netted off the inside of Alisson Becker’s post to take the points.
Coming up in this podcast we hear from Arne Slot, as well as former Reds Ray Houghton and Jay Spearing, who joined Mark Benstead pitch-side for LFCTV's
post-match show.
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The Reaction: Diaz delight at Old Trafford

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:27:06 -0000

Hear from Arne Slot and Andy Robertson on a memorable 3-0 victory over Manchester United after a Luis Diaz brace and another goal from Mo Salah made it three wins from three for Liverpool’s new head coach heading into the international break. Former Reds Sammy Lee, John Aldridge and David James also provide analysis of the key talking points from Old Trafford.

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The Reaction: Two wins for Slot

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 19:23:43 -0000

Arne Slot and Ibrahima Konaté reflect on the 2-0 victory over Brentford in the head coach’s first competitive home match in charge. Former Reds Gary Gillespie and Neil Mellor provide pitchside analysis of the key talking points from Anfield, after goals from Luis Díaz and Mo Salah saw Liverpool secure six points from their opening two Premier League fixtures of the 2024-25 campaign.

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The Reaction: Victory for Reds in Premier League opener

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 16:50:48 -0000

Finishes from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah saw Liverpool began their 2024-25 Premier League campaign with a 2-0 win at Ipswich Town on Saturday. Arne Slot's first competitive match as the Reds head coach ended in victory after a much-improved second-half performance from his side at Portman Road.

In this episode of The Reaction, we'll bring you interviews with Arne Slot, Diogo Jota and Dominik Szoboszlai.

Phil Thompson and Phil Babb were alongside Becky Davis to analyse the game in our LFCTV studio, while David James gave us his thoughts from the stadium.

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The Reaction: Diaz at the double

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 19:58:09 -0000

Arne Slot, Diogo Jota, Jarell Quansah and Caoimhin Kelleher reflect on two Anfield friendlies against La Liga opposition on Sunday, as Liverpool concluded their pre-season fixtures with a 4-1 win over Sevilla and a 0-0 draw with Las Palmas. Former Reds Gary Gillespie, Ray Houghton, Neil Mellor and Natasha Dowie also provide pitchside analysis of the key talking points from both games.
Excellently executed goals from Jota, Luis Diaz – who grabbed a brace – and 17-year-old Trey Nyoni entertained the crowd in a comfortable victory over the seven-time UEFA Cup / Europa League winners, while Andy Robertson hitting the post was the highlight of the less eventful encounter with Las Palmas that took place behind closed doors.

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The Reaction: Victory over United to sign off US tour

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 03:35:53 -0000

Liverpool's pre-season US tour ends with a comfortable 3-0 win over Manchester United.

The Williams-Brice Stadium in the South Carolina University campus played host as Fabio Carvalho’s 10th-minute finish set the Reds on their way to a third successive victory in the States, with Curtis Jones doubling the lead before the break.

Kostas Tsimikas provided goal number three just after the hour mark at Williams-Brice Stadium to ensure Arne Slot’s side’s time across the Atlantic ended in strong style.

Over the course of this podcast we’ll bring you the thoughts of Arne Slot after his first time facing United, plus we get reaction from Caoimhín Kelleher, Kostas Tsimikas and Curtis Jones.

Joining Peter McDowall down pitch side at the stadium were Red's Legends John Barnes and Gary McAllister.

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The Reaction: Arsenal beaten in Philadelphia

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 03:48:41 -0000

Arne Slot and goalscorer Fabio Carvalho reflect on Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Arsenal in the second match of their US tour. Reds legends Ian Rush and Gary McAllister provide pitchside analysis at Lincoln Financial Field, where Mo Salah was also on the scoresheet.

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The Reaction: Slot's Reds off to winning start in the US

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 04:00:11 -0000

Liverpool kicked off their pre-season tour of the USA with a 1-0 win against Real Betis in Pittsburgh.

A well-taken finish from Dominik Szoboszlai after 34 minutes ensured Arne Slot’s first game as Reds head coach in front of supporters ended in victory.

Peter McDowall's guests down pitchside at the Acrisure Stadium were Red's Legends Sami Hyypia and John Barnes, over the course of this podcast we’ll also bring you the thoughts of Arne Slot, Dominik Szoboszlai and Jarell Quansah.

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Arne Slot - The First Interview

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:00:00 -0000

Listen to Arne Slot’s first interview as Head Coach of Liverpool FC.
In this special from the Official Liverpool FC Podcast, Arne Slot speaks exclusively to Peter McDowall about the decision to leave Rotterdam for Merseyside, the admiration he has for his predecessor Jürgen Klopp and delivers a message for supporters as we approach the start of a new era.

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The Reaction: Danke Jürgen

Sun, 19 May 2024 23:31:17 -0000

The Jürgen Klopp era concluded with a win as Liverpool beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-0 at Anfield on the final day of the season.
In this episode of The Reaction we bring you an emotional Jürgen Klopp addressing the LFC supporters as his unforgettable nine-year spell in charge of the Reds comes to an end.
We hear from Harvey Elliott and Andy Robertson after the victory over Wolves as well as former Reds Phil Thompson and Ray Houghton who were pitch-side in front of the Kop where they got a front row view as the fans paid a fittingly noisy and fond farewell tribute to a legendary figure in the club’s history.

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Danke Jürgen: the farewell interview

Sun, 19 May 2024 08:00:00 -0000

On the eve of his final game in charge of Liverpool, Jürgen Klopp sits down with Kelly Cates to discuss his nine years at Anfield.
From bringing home a sixth European Cup to ending the 30-year wait for a 19th league title, Klopp reflects on the memories created that will last a lifetime.

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The Reaction: Reds draw at Villa Park

Mon, 13 May 2024 23:33:13 -0000

Jürgen Klopp, Harvey Elliott and Jarell Quansah give their reaction to Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Aston Villa in the manger’s final away fixture in charge of the club. Former Liverpool players Ronnie Whelan, Charlie Adam and Natasha Dowie also provide analysis and discuss the key talking points from an eventful night in the West Midlands.

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The Reaction: Reds return to winning ways against Spurs

Sun, 05 May 2024 20:49:42 -0000

Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Harvey Elliott and Stefan Bajčetić as Liverpool ran out 4-2 winners against Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield in the Premier League.
Mohamed Salah opened the scoring in the 16th minute and Andy Robertson scored for the second consecutive game to make it 2-0 right on the stroke of half-time.
Cody Gakpo netted the hosts' third early into the second period, before Harvey Elliott added another in style with an emphatic, curling strike from distance.
Ange Postecoglou's side rallied to halve the deficit thanks to goals from Richarlison and Heung-Min Son.
Former Reds Jason McAteer and Chris Kirkland provide pitch-side analysis after the manager's penultimate Anfield outing.

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The Reaction: Liverpool draw with the Hammers

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:27:44 -0000

Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Jarell Quansah and Cody Gakpo as Liverpool draw 2-2 with West Ham United in a frustrating encounter at the London Stadium.
Former Reds Ray Houghton, Ronnie Whelan and Natasha Dowie also provide analysis and discuss the key talking points from the game.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten in Merseyside derby

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 23:25:06 -0000

Jürgen Klopp gives his reaction to Liverpool’s 2-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park. Former Reds Sammy Lee, Gary Gillespie and Sander Westerveld also provide analysis and discuss the key talking points from the 244th Merseyside derby.

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The Reaction: Rotated Reds respond in style

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:03:30 -0000

Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Ryan Gravenberch and Diogo Jota as Liverpool put a frustrating fortnight behind them to reignite their Premier League title bid with a welcome 3-1 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage.
Former Reds Gary Gillespie and Neil Mellor join Becky Davis in the LFCTV studio to discuss the key moments from the game, we also hear from Ray Houghton at the stadium with his post-match analysis.

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The Reaction: Liverpool exit Europa League

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:25:20 -0000

Jürgen Klopp and Trent Alexander-Arnold reflect on Liverpool’s 1-0 win away to Atalanta which saw them beaten 3-1 on aggregate in the Europa League quarter-final. Former Reds John Aldridge, Ray Houghton and Jay Spearing also give their analysis of the key talking points from the night’s events.

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The Reaction: Reds beaten by Palace

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 17:35:10 -0000

Jürgen Klopp and Andy Robertson react to Liverpool’s 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Anfield. Former Reds David James and Martin Kelly also provide pitchside analysis after the final whistle.

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The Reaction: Atalanta stun the Reds at Anfield

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 23:00:22 -0000

Liverpool must mount a stirring second-leg comeback to progress in the Europa League after Atalanta won 3-0 in Thursday’s quarter-final first leg at Anfield. Goals either side of half-time from Gianluca Scamacca were added to by a late Mario Pasalic strike, meaning the Reds will travel to Italy next week with a significant deficit to overcome if they are to reach the last four.
In this episode Jürgen Klopp gives an honest assessment of a disappointing night for his side and Becky Davis is joined by former Reds Neil Mellor and David Thompson to discuss the key points from the game.

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The Reaction: Liverpool draw at Old Trafford

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 20:38:58 -0000

Jürgen Klopp and Harvey Elliott react to Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford, a result which means Liverpool remain second in the Premier League, behind leaders Arsenal on goal difference and one point above third-placed Manchester City.
Former Reds Phil Thompson and John Aldridge join Peter McDowall in the LFCTV studio to discuss the key talking points from the game.

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The Reaction: Reds regain top spot

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 23:32:00 -0000

Jürgen Klopp, Cody Gakpo and Curtis Jones give their reaction to Liverpool’s 3-1 win over Sheffield United that saw the Reds return to the top of the Premier League with eight fixtures remaining. Former players Kolo Toure and Neil Mellor also provide pitchside analysis after the final whistle.

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The Reaction: Victory over Brighton sends Liverpool top.

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 18:50:16 -0000

Jürgen Klopp, Alexis Mac Allister and Conor Bradley react to Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat of Brighton and Hove Albion which takes the Reds to the top of the Premier League, with just nine games of the season remaining. Former Liverpool players Gary Gillespie and David James join Rob Jones pitchside, where they reflect on another comeback victory - and analyse the performances of Mo Salah and Jarell Quansah.

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The Reaction: FA Cup heartbreak at Old Trafford

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 22:02:00 -0000

Liverpool’s hopes of a return to Wembley were dashed after a 4-3 extra-time defeat away at Manchester United. Hear Jürgen Klopp give his assessment of the match in which he felt the Reds ‘gave absolutely everything’, plus former LFC players Gary Gillespie, Sammy Lee and David Thompson discuss the key talking points from the dramatic FA Cup quarter-final defeat at Old Trafford.

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The Reaction: Goals galore at Anfield!

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 01:20:52 -0000

Jürgen Klopp, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai react to Liverpool’s 6-1 Anfield thrashing of Sparta Prague, as the Reds progress into the Europa League quarter-finals with an 11-2 aggregate victory. Former LFC players Stephen Warnock and Natasha Dowie join Mark Benstead to analyse another enjoyable performance and discuss the key talking points from match number 45 of an enthralling season.

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The Reaction: Liverpool and Man City draw in an Anfield thriller

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 22:20:07 -0000

Get the thoughts of Jürgen Klopp, Wataru Endō and Jarell Quansah after Alexis Mac Allister’s second-half penalty secured Liverpool a 1-1 draw against Manchester City in the Premier League that leaves the title race wide open. Former Reds Phil Thompson and Charlie Adam join Mark Benstead pitchside to reflect on a pulsating Anfield encounter.

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The Reaction: Liverpool's five star performance in Prague

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:31:09 -0000

Reaction from Jürgen Klopp, Harvey Elliott and Jarell Quansah as we reflect on Liverpool securing a commanding 5-1 win over Sparta Prague in the two sides’ UEFA Europa League last-16 first leg, aided by a stellar double from Darwin Nunez.
Former Reds Ray Houghton and Neil Mellor join Mark Benstead to discuss the key talking points as the Reds were ruthless in a chaotic night in the Czech Republic capital.

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The Reaction: Nunez in the 99th minute

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 20:34:02 -0000

Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Bobby Clark and Caoimhin Kelleher as we reflect on Liverpool’s dramatic 1-0 victory at Nottingham Forest, courtesy of Darwin Nunez’s winner deep into stoppage time. Former players Sammy Lee, John Aldridge and David Thompson discuss the key talking points from the result which keeps the Reds top of the Premier League.

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The Reaction: LFC Academy stars shine in FA Cup victory

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:08:00 -0000

Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Jayden Danns and Caoimhin Kelleher as we reflect on Liverpool’s 3-0 victory over Southampton in the 5th Round of the FA Cup. Former Red Neil Mellor and current LFC U21 coach Jay Spearing join Peter McDowall pitch-side after the final whistle to look back on the key moments from an enthralling night under the lights at Anfield.

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The Reaction: Reds win 10th League Cup

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 20:55:47 -0000

Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Virgil van Dijk, Caoimhin Kelleher and Conor Bradley as we reflect on Liverpool’s dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over Chelsea in the 2024 Carabao Cup final. Former Reds Ronnie Whelan, Ray Houghton and Stephen Warnock join Peter McDowall pitchside at Wembley to look back on the key moments and discuss the big talking points from a memorable day in the capital.

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S2 Ep8: Joe Gomez

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0000

‘I wouldn’t change a thing.’
Few players have experienced such incredible highs and devastating lows as Joe Gomez since the defender’s arrival from Charlton Athletic in 2015.
From parading the biggest prizes in the game through the streets of Liverpool, to heart-wrenching injuries, Gomez has lived through despair and elation in equal measure.
In the latest We Are Liverpool, we’ll learn how those moments aren’t reflected upon with regret, but with inspiration and an outlook on life that suggests they were key in shaping who he is today.
Having played in many teams since joining the club, Gomez also shines light on what makes the current incarnation of Jürgen Klopp’s Liverpool so unique, the close relationship he has with Virgil van Dijk and why he was arguably the most sleep deprived during the 2019 Champions League parade.
There’s also time to find out which of his Liverpool teammates from past and present was the most loved, which of the current crop are most serious about their fashion and which position is toughest to play; full-back or centre-half?

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S2 Ep7: Emile Heskey

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0000

A club-record signing in March 2000 and a player Gerard Houllier identified as a key part of his Liverpool renaissance, it didn’t take long for Emile Heskey to win admirers at Anfield.
His 22 goals in 56 appearances during the iconic treble season only partially highlight the role he played within the team, with a presence on the pitch that allowed others, as well as himself, to flourish.
But while joining Liverpool helped unlock the best years of his long career, Heskey explains that living away from home for the first time as a young man resulted in feelings of homesickness that gave him doubts about his future on Merseyside.
We’ll also gain an insight to Houllier’s management style, why there are no regrets over not celebrating that historic treble in the way most would have expected and how he’s helping guide not one but two sons through football academy life.

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S2 Ep6: Gemma Bonner

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0000

No player has represented Liverpool FC more times during the WSL era than Gemma Bonner.
But as one of the league’s most experienced players, she admits even she found life difficult in her early years to reveal that football was her passion.
In our latest episode, the centre-half who led Matt Beard’s team to back-to-back titles in 2013 & 2014 tells all about those incredible achievements during her first spell at the club and why her return in 2022 wasn’t based purely on emotion.
We’ll also discover the truth behind a training ground 50-50 with Luis Suarez, what life is like living with a fellow professional sportsperson and which teammate she would confide in first when times get tough.

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S2 Ep5: Lucas Leiva

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Lucas Leiva is the fifth guest of our second series, joining Peter McDowall and Jan Molby to relive the 10 eventful years he spent on Merseyside.
From the help of Rafael Benitez during his early days adjusting to life at a new club in a new country, to being a ‘nightmare’ for Jurgen Klopp towards the latter part of his time in a red shirt, the Brazilian talks us through the ups and downs of his Liverpool career playing for five different managers.
There are also insights into his early retirement from the game and what life has been like since hanging up his boots.

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S2 Ep4: Curtis Jones

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0000

‘He brought us in for a one-to-one… it was good, but it wasn’t nice.’
In the latest episode of We Are Liverpool, Curtis Jones joins Peter McDowall and Jan Molby and reveals the harsh truths from a club legend that proved to be inspirational in making his dream of reaching the first team a reality.
From the incredible moment of scoring his first goal for the club against Everton and how he celebrated that evening, to the hurdles he has since faced to establish himself within the first team set-up, Liverpool’s No.17 talks us through the steps he’s taken and why there’s more still to come.
We also hear what’s required of a Jürgen Klopp midfielder, the special bond he has with fellow teammate Harvey Elliott, and how a new-look Reds midfield is both exciting and motivating him further.

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S2 Ep3: Dirk Kuyt

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0000

On 20th October 2007, Dirk Kuyt wrote himself into LFC folklore…but his Liverpool story could have been so much different.
Kuyt’s match-winning penalties at Goodison Park are just one of many significant moments the Dutchman had in a red shirt, but as he revealed when he joined us, another teammate was designated for spot-kicks that day.
Our former No.18 relives his six-year spell at Anfield from the moment Rafa Benitez called to request his services, to the tough decision he had to take when it came time to say goodbye.
We also learn where his famous hard-work ethic came from, the added significance behind that goal against Inter Milan and how he played a role in bringing Luis Suarez to L4.

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S2 Ep2: John Aldridge

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0000

There are few people better placed to talk us through the art of goalscoring than the man who did so on 476 occasions during his career. John Aldridge lived the dream; going from Kop fanatic to wearing the famous red shirt with his hero’s number on his back and becoming a Liverpool icon in his own right.
In the second episode of season 2, Aldo talks us through how the transfer of a lifetime came about the morning of a big cup game, the confidence and nerves he had walking into a dressing room packed with Reds legends but how, ultimately, his knack of goalscoring came naturally.
We also discover the quirk of fate that took him from suffering Wembley heartache in 1988, to feeling utter jubilation 12 months later, which of the hundreds of goals he scored is the one he’d pick to experience all over again and how he won over the hearts of Real Sociedad fans after leaving Anfield.

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S2 Ep1: Trent Alexander-Arnold

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0000

What is the secret behind executing the perfect pass? Is it timing? Technique? Vision? Trent Alexander-Arnold reveals his thoughts on the process in the first episode of a brand-new season of We Are Liverpool.
Joining Peter McDowall and new co-host Jan Molby, Liverpool’s vice-captain talks us through his on-pitch expertise and the story behind the moment he became part of the club’s new captaincy team with Virgil van Dijk.
There’s also insight into how criticism has affected the 25-year-old and how he’s learned to deal with it, as well as adapting to a playing a new role within the team. We’ll also find out which game is the biggest in the calendar for him and his greatest moment on a football pitch.

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Jürgen Klopp

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Our special episode comes direct from Liverpool’s pre-season training camp in Germany, with Jürgen Klopp sitting down with Peter McDowall as preparations continue for the new campaign.
Now in his eighth year at the club, the boss reflects on the past year, while revealing the messages he’s given his squad ahead of the new season and the vision he has for the team’s development.
Taking a break from the team’s busy schedule, there are insights on the make-up of Liverpool’s training programme over the coming weeks, how his new signings are adjusting to life in a red shirt and if you’ve ever wondered which Rocky film is Jürgen’s favourite look no further!

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S1 Ep10: Jan Molby

Wed, 03 May 2023 23:01:00 -0000

From early days playing with the great Johan Cruyff to sampling Guinness on his first day at Liverpool and fulfilling a boyhood dream of stepping out at Wembley, Jan Molby’s storied career is the ideal way to round off the first series of We Are Liverpool.

Find out why it’s not only co-host Robbie Fowler who owes his start in the game to Jan, but also Pep Guardiola, how it’s possible to spot a player before they’ve kicked a ball and why what should have been one of the great seasons in his career ultimately became a nightmare that included a 90-day prison stretch.

Listen now, or head to LFC’s official YouTube channel to watch episode 10 with the ‘Great Dane’ in usual fine form with Peter McDowall and Robbie.

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S1 Ep9: Alex Inglethorpe

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 23:01:00 -0000

How do you deal with breaking the news to a young footballer that his time at the club is over?

What are the essentials a player needs when they graduate to LFC’s first team?

Are there benefits to grassroots football over academy football?

All these questions and lots more are tackled in the latest episode of We Are Liverpool with the club’s Academy Director Alex Inglethorpe joining Peter McDowall & Robbie Fowler offering his thought-provoking insight.

Alex has been overseeing the development of Liverpool’s youngsters for over a decade, but admits there are still new challenges and pitfalls that make the role as demanding as ever.

And for parents who drive their young footballers to and from games every weekend, there are words of advice from Alex on how to encourage in the right way.

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S1 Ep8: Harvey Elliott

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 23:01:00 -0000

Harvey Elliott’s future in the game is as bright as any young footballer’s. But already, at the age of just 20, his short career to date has been filled with incredible highs and devastating lows.

Stepping into the Fulham senior dressing room at 15 years of age, Harvey began life as a professional early; fulfilling a lifelong dream of joining his boyhood club Liverpool in 2019 – having cheered on the Reds from the Craven Cottage away section years earlier.

In our latest episode, the man nicknamed ‘our little diamond’ joins Peter McDowall and Robbie Fowler to explain the impact of those formative years, revealing the message that spurred him on during his time recovering from serious injury and the turn of fate that led to one of the moments of his career so far at Wembley, as well as which teammate he would entrust in a time of crisis

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S1 Ep7: Steve McManaman

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:01:00 -0000

With the ability to beat defenders at ease and so often a focal point of Liverpool teams during the ‘90s, Steve McManaman dazzled in the red shirt and was one of the outstanding talents of his generation.

In our latest episode, ‘Macca’ is once again alongside his former teammate and good friend Robbie Fowler to reminisce about their time together at Liverpool, the gesture from a legend that led to him joining the club and the time in his career he considers his happiest.

McManaman also went on to represent another powerhouse in world football, Real Madrid. We’ll find out the on and off-field factors that led to him parting company with the Reds and gain an insight into what life was like at the Spanish giants.

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S1 Ep6: Robbie Keane

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:01:00 -0000

There was plenty of excitement around Anfield when Robbie Keane joined Liverpool from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2008, but a spell that lasted just six months left many wondering what could have been.

In the latest episode of We Are Liverpool, Keane talks with Peter McDowall and Robbie Fowler about what he envisaged when joining his boyhood club and why he believes things didn’t work out as planned.

The Republic of Ireland legend also shares stories of his time playing around the world; from the phone call he received to join Coventry City to who the worst roommate was at Inter Milan, and sharing his culinary skills with Fowler when the two paired up at Leeds United.

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S1 Ep5: Rafa Benitez

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 00:01:00 -0000

Little was known about Spanish manager Rafael Benitez when he arrived at Anfield from Valencia in 2004, but it didn’t take long for him to write his name in Liverpool folklore.

In the latest episode of We Are Liverpool, the man who brought the European Cup home for a fifth time explains his quick-thinking amid the half-time chaos inside the Ataturk Stadium, and what made Jamie Carragher and Steven Gerrard squeamish on the road to Istanbul.

We’ll hear how and why the Spaniard made Robbie Fowler’s dreams come true for a second time, when the Reds legend made his second coming at Anfield in 2006 with Robbie seeking answers over his lack of game time!

There’s much more to get stuck into – including Rafa’s insight into the modern game, how he managed the incomings and outgoings at the club throughout his tenure and the reasons behind his decision years later to take charge of Everton.

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S1 Ep4: Rylee Foster

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:01:00 -0000

Goalkeeper Rylee Foster fulfilled a childhood dream in January 2020 when she travelled from Canada to sign for LFC Women, re-establishing the link her family has with the club and the city.

However, almost two years into her Reds career, the battle to be Liverpool's No.1 was replaced with a fight for her life, after she was involved in a serious car accident that left her a 'sneeze away' from paralysis.

In the latest episode of We Are Liverpool, Rylee talks openly to Peter McDowall and Robbie Fowler about the physical and mental trauma she suffered and the long recovery process she had to endure, with her sights firmly set on the future on and off the pitch.

We'll also hear why she had 'You'll Never Walk Alone' tattooed on her arm long before joining the club, how her father helped her goalkeeping education and where Robbie ranks in her list of Liverpool heroes.

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S1 Ep3: Andy Robertson

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:01:00 -0000

Liverpool left-back and Scotland captain Andy Robertson joins Peter McDowall and Robbie Fowler in the latest edition of We Are Liverpool.

The Reds' No.26 tells stories from the early days of his career and how they've shaped his outlook on the modern game, while also offering a fascinating insight into how he's become the defender with more Premier League assists than anyone else.

There's the inside story on how Calvin Harris ended up on the team's end-of-season bus parade, why Trent Alexander-Arnold found himself on water-bottle duties and a secret or two behind his infamous wedding photo.

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S1 Ep2: John Barnes

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 00:01:00 -0000

A club icon and in his prime one of the finest players in the country.

John Barnes is our guest for episode two of the We Are Liverpool podcast, explaining how early life lessons helped him meet the demands of playing at the top level and coping with the changes he needed to make after suffering a career-threatening injury.

Barnes also delves into the influences and philosophies of the famous Liverpool Boot Room; from encouraging free-thinking footballers to ensuring post match food orders were set in stone, all under Ronnie Moran's careful eye.

Alongside his former teammate Robbie Fowler, the two also compare their own thoughts on why the Liverpool team during the era they shared the dressing room didn't live up to its expectations.

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S1 Ep1: James Milner

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 00:01:00 -0000

In our first episode, Liverpool’s number 7 speaks candidly to Peter McDowall & Robbie Fowler about his experiences during 20 years as a Premier League footballer and the changing dynamics of the dressing room.

James is also open and frank about the issues he identified upon joining Liverpool from Manchester City in 2015 and explores the milestones in the journey he and the club have been on ever since.

From policing the team's fining system, colluding with Nat Phillips to prank a fellow teammate and taking Guiseley AFC to the top of the game on Football Manager, there's so much more to look forward to in our season opener.

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