Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show

Join James Pearce for reaction from Portman Road as the Arne Slot era at Liverpool began with a 2-0 win over Ipswich Town. Listen in to hear from James as well as Arne Slot, speaking in his post-match press conference, and The Athletic's Tactics writer Michael Cox as Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah, who else, scored on the opening day. Host: James Pearce With: Michael Cox Producer: Guy Clarke Hosted...

Tony, James and Simon are all here ahead of the new season to discuss the biggest talking points around Liverpool, including news Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has chosen not to make the switch the Anfield. The guys get into the decision and where it leaves Liverpool's transfer plans, the role of Sporting Director Richard Hughes in the negotiations and how long it could take to see the...

Liverpool are preparing to make their move to bring in Arne Slot's first signing with Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi having been identified as their top target. Tony Evans is joined by Simon Hughes and Andy Jones to discuss the interest in the Spaniard with David Ornstein explaining the latest of Liverpool's pursuit of the Euro 2024 winner. James Pearce, fresh from arriving back from th...

We're back for the new season! Join Tony Evans, James Pearce and Simon Hughes for the latest insight on Liverpool from their US pre-season tour. Joining from Philadelphia, fresh from Liverpool's 2-1 win over Arsenal, James discusses his food adventures on tour as well as discussing the differences Arne Slot is looking to install after succeeding Jurgen Klopp as head coach. The panel discuss a quie...

Join James Pearce at the AXA Training Centre for reaction to Arne Slot's first press conference as Liverpool's new head coach. As well as hearing from the Dutchman, sporting director Richard Hughes also discussed the decision to appoint Slot following his work at Feyenoord. Slot spoke on a variety of topics from the difference between being a head coach and manager, what kind of playing style he w...

Tony Evans is joined by James Pearce and Simon Hughes for the final pod of the season, as they look back on Jurgen Klopp's goodbye at Anfield on Sunday. Meanwhile, with confirmation finally coming through on Monday about Arne Slot succeeding the German in the dugout, the panel discuss the difference in role as 'head coach' as well as what Slot could bring to the role. Plus, there's discussion abou...

As Jurgen Klopp's near-nine year stay at Liverpool comes to a close on Sunday, join us for a special look back through the highs, lows and everything in-between during the German's reign at Anfield. Guy Clarke looks back through the years with insights from The Athletic's James Pearce, Simon Hughes, Andy Jones, Oli Kay and Michael Cox as well as Walk On host Tony Evans, author of Jurgen Said To Me...

Tony Evans, Si Hughes and James Pearce are here as Reds around the world get ready for Jurgen Klopp's final hurrah. Yes, it's been a bit of a damp squib - summed up by that 3-3 with Villa midweek - so the gang discuss the highs and lows on and off the pitch of those eight and half years in charge, whether Jurgen is statue-worthy, and where the squad needs strengthening to give Arne Slot the best c...

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans to discuss the state of Liverpool's attacking options ahead of the upcoming summer window. While Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo experienced contrasting emotions at Anfield in Sunday's win over Tottenham whispers have also emerged around the future of Luis Diaz, so the panel discuss whether or not this summer could be the time to cash in on the Colo...

Join James Pearce for reaction from Anfield as Liverpool put four past Tottenham Hotspur as Jurgen Klopp's side re-discovered their goalscoring touch. Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson struck in the first half before Cody Gakpo and Harvey Elliott added another two early in the second period. Richarlison and Son Heung-min got two back for Ange Postecoglou's side, but the Reds held on as they secured...

As Liverpool's title hopes fizzled out at the London Stadium, the headlines were taken by Mohammed Salah and Jurgen Klopp's touchline 'spat' ahead of the Egyptian being brought off the bench. To react to the fallout, as well as news Liverpool are preparing for Salah to stay for the 2024/25 season, Tony Evans is joined by James Pearce and Simon Hughes to discuss the winger's Reds' future. Along wit...

We're back with a bonus Walk On offering, as Liverpool ramp up their search to name a successor to Jurgen Klopp, with the Reds in negotiations to bring Feyenoord's Arne Slot to Anfield. Before looking at what the Dutchman could bring to Liverpool, should a compensation package be agreed, Tony Evans, James Pearce and Simon Hughes pick the bones out of the Reds' first Goodison Park derby defeat sinc...

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans for this week's Walk On podcast as the Reds gear up for a trip across Stanley Park to take on Everton. Prior to getting stuck into the derby the panel reflect on the impact Trent Alexander-Arnold's return could have after scoring at Craven Cottage while Mohamed Salah watched on from the bench. David Ornstein drops in with the latest on Ruben Amo...

After Liverpool fell to defeat at home to Atalanta and Crystal Palace, Tony Evans is joined by James Pearce and Simon Hughes to dissect a woeful week for the Reds. They get stuck into why Jurgen Klopp's farewell tour is at risk of falling flat having dropped to third in the Premier League, two points behind new leaders Manchester City. Having failed to score in both games at Anfield last week, the...

Join James Pearce as he brings you reaction to Liverpool losing at home to Crystal Palace at Anfield, as the Reds slip to third in the Premier League table. Eberechi Eze scored the only goal after 14 minutes and despite the Reds having 21 shots throughout the game were unable to find a route to goal. Listen in to hear analysis from Anfield as well as the best from Jurgen Klopp's press conference a...

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans following the Reds 2-2 draw at Old Trafford to react to the impact it could have on Liverpool's Premier League title aspirations. With Jurgen Klopp's side having been so wasteful in front of goal there's positive news with the imminent return to fitness of Diogo Jota, so could he fire the Reds to the title? The panel also discuss Mohamed Salah...

Join James Pearce for reaction from Old Trafford as Liverpool were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw with Manchester United. Despite taking a first half lead through Luis Diaz the Reds had to come from behind to take a point following Bruno Fernandes capitalising on a Jarell Quansah error before Kobbie Mainoo gave United the lead. Mohamed Salah late penalty ensured Liverpool avoided defeat but does s...

Tony Evans is joined by James Pearce and Simon Hughes for the latest Walk On podcast as the panel assess where Liverpool turn in their search for a successor following last week's news Xabi Alonso is staying at Bayer Leverkusen. Amongst those discussed are the new favourite, Ruben Amorim of Sporting Lisbon as well as Inter Milan's Simone Inzaghi and outgoing Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel. What...

Join James Pearce for reaction from Anfield as Liverpool returned to the top of the Premier League, seeing off Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 courtesy of goals by Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah. Listen in to hear from Jurgen Klopp speaking post-match in his press conference, including his praise for Alexis Mac Allister who played a starring role against his former side. Plus The Athletic's Andy Jones...

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans for your weekly Walk On podcast ahead of the return of Premier League action. Before looking ahead to Brighton's visit to Anfield on Sunday the panel look back on the weekend's action as Liverpool Legends beat Ajax Legends 4-2 with Fernando Torres scoring in front of the Kop on his Anfield return, as we consider how he's remembered at Liverpoo...

Following Liverpool's 4-3 defeat in the FA Cup at Old Trafford Tony Evans is joined by James Pearce and Caoimhe O'Neill to get stuck into the latest talking points, including the form of Cody Gakpo as well as the eight arrests - including two for tragedy chanting - on Sunday. Away from the on-pitch action, the panel also look back on Rafa Benitez's Liverpool legacy after the Spaniard was sacked by...

Join James Pearce from Old Trafford following the Reds' FA Cup quarter-final tie with Manchester United. Despite coming from behind to lead 2-1 inside 90 minutes the game was taken to extra time in a modern FA Cup classic, only for the home side to progress to the last four, even after Harvey Elliott had re-established a lead for Liverpool in extra time. Listen in for analysis from Old Trafford as...

Michael Edwards is returning to Liverpool having been appointed by FSG as CEO of Football as part of the club's restructuring as they prepare for life after Jurgen Klopp. Join Tony Evans, James Pearce and Simon Hughes as they debate and discuss the appointment with the former sporting director returning in a more senior, overarching role within FSG's ownership structure with Bournemouth technical...

Join James Pearce for reaction following Jurgen Klopp's final Premier League encounter with Pep Guardiola as Man City made the trip to Anfield. The Reds had to come from behind in the game following John Stones' first half opener with Alexis Mac Allister levelling from the penalty spot in the second half. Listen in for analysis from James at Anfield as well as Jurgen Klopp's thoughts in his post-m...

James Pearce and Simon Hughes join Tony Evans to look ahead to Sunday's crucial and potentially title-deciding clash with Man City. Who will be back for the Reds? And what sort of side does Klopp pick against Sparta Prague in the Europa League on Thursday night? Plus, a look back at Darwin's last gasp winner over Forest, and why there continues to be such a grim atmosphere around that fixture. Ema...