Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast “It wasn’t pretty”: how Liverpool’s 2-1 win against Wolves sums up their season
Dec 29, 2025
Joining the conversation is Paul Gorst, a Liverpool Echo correspondent renowned for his keen analysis of Liverpool FC. He dives into the 2-1 victory over Wolves, framing it as a reflection of Liverpool’s season with flashes of brilliance shadowed by persistent set-piece woes. Paul examines standout performances from Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, sparking debate about squad selections and potential new signings like Antoine Semenyo. The discussion wraps with insights into the upcoming January transfer window and the uncertainty surrounding Harvey Elliott's loan.
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Season Summed Up By Scrappy Win
- Liverpool's 2-1 win over Wolves summed up their season: scrappy but effective.
- Set-piece defending remains a recurring weakness that undercuts results and confidence.
Set Pieces: A Season-Long Achilles Heel
- Liverpool have conceded around a dozen set-piece goals this season, revealing a systemic problem.
- Opponents exploit sloppy positioning, missed flick-ons and poor marking repeatedly.
Fix Set-Pieces With Focused Repetition
- Increase targeted repetition and scenario training on defending corners and long-throws.
- Hold the set-piece coach and staff accountable until defensive routines improve.