The Liverpool Way Podcast

Brentford 3 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

The Reds went top of the table despite a somewhat disappointing result at Brentford. It was a wild game in which the hosts were full value for a point, but Jurgen Klopp's men only have themselves to blame for not going home with the win under their belts.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Paul Natton and Dan Thomas to sift through the wreckage of a defensive horror show, but there is some disagreement as to whether the blame for these two lost points should lie with the defence or the attack.

The continued worrying form of Sadio is also a discussion point while the lads preview the midweek game at Porto and talk team selection for that one.

Norwich 0 Liverpool 3 - League Cup Match Reaction

Another game another 3-0 win. Jurgen shuffled his pack and the Reds saw off a much changed Norwich side without any problems.

Chris Smith is joined by Liverpool Way editor Dave Usher to dissect a highly satisfactory night for the lads as Taki bagged a brace, Divock was back among the goals, Kelleher saved a penalty and three Academy kids made impressive debuts.

Chris and Dave also look ahead to an exciting looking clash away at Brentford this weekend. 

Liverpool 3 Crystal Palace 0 - Match Reaction

The Reds stormed to the top of the Premier League table after a 3-0 win over Crystal Palace at Anfield on Saturday afternoon.

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Julian Richards and Ian Brown to go over the major talking points from the game, as Mo Salah stole the show, James Milner came in at the last minute and did what James Milner does and 'Captain Marmite' Naby Keita came off the bench to score a worldy in front of the Kop.

Also under discussion is Mo's contract situation, Konate's debut performance and just how much defensive rotation should we expect to see this season.

Liverpool 3 AC Milan 2 - Match Reaction

Champions League nights are back at Anfield and what better opponent to mark the occasion than our old foe AC Milan. As expected, the game lived up to its billing as the Reds emerged victorious in a five goal thriller.

Your midweek podcast host Chris Smith is joined by Liverpool Way editor Dave Usher and long time TLW stalwart John Gallagher to reflect on a thrilling night at Anfield that saw an unexpected return to the first team for Divock Origi, another goal for Salah and a Gerrard-esque winner from the skipper.

Other discussion points covered in this pod:

• Naby - did he do enough?

• Is Curtis a viable front three option?

• Not trusting Mo on penalties despite his success rate

• James Milner's world class gamesmanship

Leeds 0 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by Ian Brown and Stu Montagu to reflect on a bittersweet win at Elland Road.

A good three points and a convincing performance but the shine was definitely taken off it by that dreadful injury to young Harvey Elliott.

Was the red card justified? How good was Thiago? How is Fabinho not the first name on Brazil's teamsheet? Was it disappointing that we only scored three? And what was going on with Sadio's performance in front of goal?

All this and more is covered in a lively discussion recorded on the full time whistle.

Transfer Window Recap, FSG under the microscope and Michael Edwards off?

The transfer window came and went and the Reds did very little. Understandably, many of the natives are restless and FSG are coming under increasing scrutiny, not least with the news that Michael Edwards is reportedly off at the end of the season.

Chris Smith is joined by TLW Editor Dave Usher and long time TLW contributors Paul Natton and Dan Thomas in a bumper length episode of the podcast.

Why no new forward? Should the entire budget have been spent on Konate? Do we need new owners? Is there even a realistic and palatable alternative to FSG? All of this is covered as well as some broader points about the damage the oil clubs have done to the transfer market and why transfer windows in general are a miserable and frustrating time.

The lads also discuss some of the best and worst transfer windows of recent times, with Gerard Houllier's summer of 1999 in particular bringing back a lot of happy memories.

Liverpool 1 Chelsea 1 - Match Reaction

Judging by the media coverage, the pundits’ shiny new toy of a Lukaku-fronted Chelsea went to Anfield to play Jurgen Klopp’s “yesterday’s news” Reds in the Saturday tea time game. But was it a clash of the titans, a damp squib or something in between?

TLW regulars, Paul Natton and Stu Montagu, join TLW Editor Dave Usher to discuss all the major talking points of the big match, including the surprise selection of Liverpool’s new prodigy, an imperious display from Virgil, the title chances of both sides after the final whistle and a less than savoury chant from some of LFC’s raucous home support. 

Warning: not for children or Evertonians.

Liverpool vs Chelsea – A History Making Rivalry

The debut episode of the midweek TLW podcast looks ahead to the massive Liverpool vs Chelsea game at Anfield on Saturday, while recapping the key moments from the two sides’ bitter rivalry. 

What made it so fierce during the Rafa and Mourinho years? Which of the big games stand out among the highest highs and lowest lows? And how should the Liverpool legacies of Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres’ be affected by their associations with Chelsea?

Chris Smith is joined by TLW editor Dave Usher and long-time contributors Ian Brown and John Gallagher with some great stories from our time following the Reds’ classic battles with the Londoners.

Liverpool 2 Burnley 0 - Match Reaction

Nearly a year and a half away from Anfield, a title won and awarded behind closed doors and a season of injury and disappointment to follow… some might say Saturday’s match against Burnley was something all Reds had been desperate for. Well, they’d be right!

TLW Editor Dave Usher is joined by TLW regulars Paul Natton and Julian Richards to discuss all the major talking points of the big return including a thoroughly professional win, two full PL home debuts and another potential new dawn for Liverpool’s ultimate marmite midfielder. 

Warning: not for children or Evertonians.

Norwich 0 Liverpool 3 - Match Reaction and season predictions

The TLW team provide some post match reaction after the Reds got off to a winning start at Norwich. The transfer window and potential needs are discussed in depth, while there's some dissension in the ranks as to whether the boys will be reclaiming the league title now that the fans are back.