Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show

Tony Evans is joined by The Athletic's James Pearce and Andy Jones to delve into the issues currently facing Liverpool's midfield engine room. From Fabinho's drop in form, the move from functionality with the likes of Gini Wijnaldum to technicality in Thiago Alcantara and Harvey Elliott to how the Reds' remedy the problems in the transfer market. Mark Carey looks into the numbers, while the panel...

Happy New Year and welcome to your new Liverpool podcast: Walk On... Join host Tony Evans as he's joined by The Athletic's Caoimhe O'Neill and Andy Jones to pick the bones out of the Reds' disappointing start to 2023 away at Brentford. The panel get stuck into the manner of the loss before discussing how Liverpool can look to fix things in the January transfer window having already moved to sign P...

New year, new show. We've decided to give The Athletic's Liverpool podcast a lick of paint in 2023. Much remains the same: it’ll still be twice a week, it’ll still lean on the unrivalled insight and analysis of The Athletic’s esteemed Liverpool writers and it’ll still be the best place for all your latest Reds transfer needs, including the huge deal for Cody Gakpo. The first big change is Tony Eva...

The Athletic's James Pearce and the Belfast Telegraph's Steven Beacom are alongside Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 3-1 win over Southampton. They also discuss what FSG's decision to put the club up for sale means for the squad rebuild and look ahead to the World Cup, with seven Anfield stars heading to Qatar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Andy Jones and football writer David Lynch join Steve Hothersall to reflect on the EFL Cup win over Derby. They also discuss the fall-out from the news that FSG have put Liverpool up for sale with Simon Hughes also offering his thoughts on the story. Plus there's a preview of Saturday's Premier League clash versus Southampton, a game which could see James Milner make his 600th Premi...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Oliver Kay join Steve Hothersall to discuss FSG putting Liverpool up for sale. There's also reaction to the Reds drawing Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 and a look back at Sunday's vital 2-1 win over Tottenham in the Premier League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Andy Jones and the Daily MIrror's David Anderson join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 2-0 win over Napoli. Also on the agenda is Ibrahima Konaté's impressive return to the first team and Mo Salah's position in the pantheon of Anfield greats, after the Egyptian equalled Steven Gerrard's European goalscoring record. Plus there's a preview of this weekend's Premier League ma...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Andy Jones join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 2-1 loss to Leeds United at Anfield. They discuss the lack of investment in the squad by FSG and ask if it's the major reason behind this season's slump in form. Plus, what would failure to qualify for next season's Champions League mean for the club? Produced by John Chambers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

The Athletic's James Pearce and football writer David Lynch join Steve Hothersall to discuss Liverpool's 3-0 win over Ajax in Amsterdam. The new diamond formation adopted by Jürgen Klopp is placed under the spotlight while Andy Robertson impressed on his 50th European appearance for The Reds. Plus there's praise for Jordan Henderson's performance, as well as reaction to the FA's decision to clear...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Caoimhe O'Neill join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's defeat to Nottingham Forest. Injuries, the absence of Thiago Alcântara and Fabinho's drop in form all come under the spotlight while there's a preview of the Champions League match with Ajax. Plus there's a report on Calvin Ramsay's first start for the Under-21s, as well as reaction to Reds legend Steve...

The Athletic's Simon Hughes and Andy Jones join Steve Hothersall following Liverpool's 1-0 win over West Ham. The attributes of Darwin Núñez and Alisson Becker are analysed as they prove to be the key men in a hard-fought victory. Plus there are strong opinions on the escalating bad blood between The Reds and Manchester City, while journalist Layla Wright joins the podcast to discuss the BBC Panor...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Oliver Kay join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 1-0 win over Manchester City. Focus is given to Mo Salah's match winning genius, Jürgen Klopp's red card and referee Anthony Taylor's performance. Plus, following a majestic display against Erling Haaland, could Joe Gomez be set for a place in England's World Cup squad? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Caoimhe O'Neill join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 7-1 demolition of Rangers at Ibrox. Mo Salah's historic six-minute hat-trick and another outstanding display from Roberto Firmino top the agenda as The Reds take a big step towards the Champions League knock-out stages. Plus there's a preview of this weekend's match against Manchester City and a look at...

The Athletic's Simon Hughes and Chris McLoughlin from Reach Sport join Steve Hothersall to review Liverpool's 3-2 defeat at Arsenal. The guys focus on Mo Salah's ineffectiveness and the soft penalty award which condemned The Reds to their second league defeat of the season. Further concerns emerge with injuries to Luis Díaz, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Arthur Melo while Jurgen Klopp's seventh anniv...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Caoimhe O'Neill join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 2-0 win against Rangers in the Champions League. The big talking point is the new formation adopted for the game by Jürgen Klopp, as Trent Alexander-Arnold capped a fine display with a goal. With Jordan Henderson and Thiago excelling in midfield, is this a sign of how Liverpool will set-up against Arsen...

The Athletic's Andy Jones and the Daily Mirror's David Anderson join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 3-3 draw with Brighton at Anfield. The team's lack of confidence and cohesion are discussed as well as the obvious defensive problems and another below par performance from Trent Alexander-Arnold. One bright light is the form of Roberto Firmino - is the Brazilian set for a new contract?...

The Athletic's James Pearce and football writer David Lynch join Steve Hothersall to look ahead to a pivotal few weeks in Liverpool's season. There's an Anfield injury update with Ibrahima Konaté set to return to first team action, the guys discuss reports Real Madrid have moved into pole position in the chase for Jude Bellingham, while could Trent Alexander-Arnold and Thiago Alcântara both miss o...

The Athletic's Caoimhe O'Neill and Andy Jones join Steve Hothersall to discuss Naby Keïta's Liverpool future. Also on the agenda is Trent Alexander-Arnold's form and his omission from the England squad to face Germany, Mo Salah's double for Egypt against Niger, while there's a report on how Liverpool's loan players are getting on. Plus LFC Women's defender Gilly Flaherty reflects on Liverpool's st...

The Athletic's Simon Hughes joins Steve Hothersall to discuss his recent article 'Inside Liverpool's medical department'. Internal battles, staff departures, the negative impact of injuries to success and the FIFPRO data which shows Andy Robertson plays most games in the 'critical' zone are all discussed. Plus, there's reaction to the report which claims Uefa pre-prepared their Champions League fi...

The Athletic's James Pearce joins Steve Hothersall to answer questions from Reds fans in a mailbag special. Jordan Henderson's England call-up, Darwin Núñez' start to life at Anfield, future formations, Jude Bellingham, Liverpool's set-play prowess and Arthur Melo's progress are all on the agenda. Plus, who have the guys picked for a historical Liverpool five-a-side team? Hosted on Acast. See acas...

The Athletic's Simon Hughes and the Daily Mirror's David Anderson join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 2-1 win over Ajax. There's praise for Thiago Alcântara's performance while they ask if Trent Alexander-Arnold's Liverpool future lies in midfield. Plus, is Andy Robertson's regular starting place under threat from the impressive Konstantinos Tsimikas, and there's appreciation for Tuesd...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Oliver Kay join Steve Hothersall to analyse Liverpool's start to the season. Can the aura of invincibility from last season be restored and has the club been slow in rejuvenating the squad? Plus Oliver draws possible parallels with Liverpool's current position and Arrigo Sacchi's legendary AC Milan of the late 1980s, while the guys look ahead to the visit of Ajax to...

The Athletic's Simon Hughes and Andy Jones join Steve Hothersall following Liverpool's 4-1 Champions League defeat to Napoli. The guys reflect on a humbling night for The Reds in Naples and Jürgen Klopp's post-match comments, with the Liverpool manager alluding to possible changes at Anfield. Plus Trent Alexander-Arnold's form and chances of going to the World Cup with England are also discussed....

The Athletic's James Pearce and Caoimhe O'Neill join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 0-0 draw at Everton. They analyse why The Reds are failing to hit the heights of last season, Mo Salah's lack of goals and the loss of form of key players including Virgil van Dijk and Fabinho. There's also a preview of the Champions League opener with Napoli, Caoimhe looks ahead to this weekend's big k...

The Athletic's James Pearce and Andy Jones join Steve Hothersall to discuss Liverpool signing Brazilian Arthur Melo on loan from Juventus. They also reflect on the dramatic 2-1 win over Newcastle United and headline performances from Harvey Elliott and match-winner Fábio Carvalho. Plus there's a preview of the weekend's Merseyside derby with Everton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...