The Liverpool Way Podcast

2023/24 Season Preview and Predictions

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.

Jordan Henderson has joined the Saudi league

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.

Dominik Szoboszlai is a Red - Signing Reaction

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.

Alexis Mac Allister is a Red - Signing Reaction

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. 

Southampton 4 Liverpool 4 - Match Reaction

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. 

Liverpool 1 Aston Villa 1 - Match Reaction

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.

Leicester City 0 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

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.

 

Liverpool 1 Brentford 0 - Match Reaction

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. 

Liverpool 1 Fulham 0 - Match Reaction

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. 

Liverpool 4 Tottenham 3 - Match Reaction

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.