Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast Liverpool injury boost ahead of Leeds United encounter!
Dec 5, 2025
This week, Paul Gorst, Liverpool Echo's insightful correspondent, dives into Liverpool's recent draw with Sunderland. He discusses the impact of potential returns for Conor Bradley and evaluates Mohamed Salah's role amid concerns over the Reds' attacking form. Paul highlights the need for tactical adjustments and assesses the team's defensive lapses. The conversation wraps up with a preview of the challenging away match against Leeds United, focusing on their style of play and how Liverpool can adapt.
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Anfield No Longer A Fortress
- Liverpool's recent draw with Sunderland exposed deep problems in attacking intent and confidence despite not losing at Anfield.
- Paul Gorst warns the home form has dipped so much they've already dropped more points at Anfield than last season.
Striker Left As A Bystander
- The system under Arne Slot appears to marginalise the central striker, leaving Alexander Isak with very few touches in dangerous areas.
- Gorst argues this is a structural tactical issue rather than purely player form or fitness.
Control Has Killed Urgency
- Liverpool's controlled, low-risk approach reduces urgency and makes them predictable and easy to defend against.
- Richard Garnett notes the team lacks the urgency and movement that once characterised them.