Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast Liverpool maintain perfect start to their Premier League title defence
Sep 22, 2025
Join Mark Jones, a former Daily Mirror reporter and current contributor to the Liverpool Echo, as he dives into Liverpool's thrilling 2-1 derby win against Everton. They explore the team's dynamic start to matches and analyze Ryan Gravenbergh's rise as a midfield star. The conversation also covers the effective play of new signings Eketike and Wirtz, plus the upcoming Carabao Cup tie against Southampton and its potential for squad rotation. Tune in for insights on Liverpool's title defense and future match predictions!
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Strong Starts, Then Loss Of Control
- Liverpool often start games very strongly but then allow opponents back into matches, creating a recurring pattern.
- Paul Gorst and Mark Jones see early bursts as effective but worry they sometimes conserve energy and lose control later.
Gravenberch Emerging As A Core Player
- Ryan Gravenberch is hitting a new level and now feels indispensable for Liverpool.
- Gorst highlights his goals, assists and emergence into the club's core group of players.
Ekitike Adds Versatile Forward Depth
- Ekitike has seized opportunities and complements Liverpool's attacking depth.
- Both hosts note his coolness, hold-up play and how he creates selection headaches for the manager.