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Sep 15, 2025 • 42min

Liverpool put on another late show but where was Isak?

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans, fresh from a cold Turf Moor!The guys dissect another dramatic finish with Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time penalty sealing victory at Burnley to keep the Reds perfect at the top of the Premier League. They scrutinise Milos Kerkez’s performance, and answer the big question, where was Alexander Isak?The panel also look ahead to the Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid. Will players be rested with the Merseyside derby on the horizon?Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones and James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 40min

Hungary's Red Lads & will Isak debut on Sunday?

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans as Liverpool return from the international break. The guys look ahead to a hectic run of six games in 16 days, starting with Burnley away and Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Will we see Isak make his debut or should we be patient?Gregg Evans also joins us to share stories from his recent trip to Hungary, exploring the rise of Dominik Szoboszlai, the impact of Milos Kerkez and Adam Pecsi, and the passionate Liverpool fanbase there.Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes, James Pearce and Gregg EvansProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 39min

Liverpool’s uneasy England dynamic & is Konate off to Madrid?

Megan Feringa, a dedicated analyst of the Liverpool Women’s team, shares her insights on their recent Merseyside derby defeat. She discusses the challenges the team faces and the need for enhanced marketing to boost fan engagement. The panel also tackles Liverpool's complex relationship with the England national team, the potential transfer of Ibrahima Konate to Real Madrid, and reflects on the impact of social media on supporter sentiments. Expect thoughtful commentary on the future direction of Liverpool in the evolving football landscape.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 44min

Liverpool's record-breaking summer: transfers, missed deals & what next?

James Pearce & Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans to unpack a historic transfer window for Liverpool, with more than £400m spent – the biggest outlay in Premier League history.The panel debate the highs of landing Alexander Isak, the disappointment of missing out on Marc Guehi, and what Harvey Elliott’s departure means for the future. They also assess FSG’s bold strategy, look ahead to the Champions League group stage, and discuss whether Arne Slot’s rebuilt squad is truly ready to compete on all fronts.Email us: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 1, 2025 • 40min

Isak Anfield-bound & Szoboszlai's moment of magic!

James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans to react to the news Liverpool are closing in on a record-breaking deal for Alexander Isak.We also look back on Liverpool’s statement win over Arsenal at Anfield and praise Szoboszlai’s stunning free-kick which keeps the Reds’ perfect start alive.Email us: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducer: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 44min

Handling Ngumoha’s rise & are Reds ready for Arsenal test?

James Pearce and Andy are alongside Tony Evans ahead of Arsenal’s visit to Anfield.The Athletic’s senior data analyst Mark Carey also drops by to look ahead to the game, and discuss Liverpool’s balance within their squad after two exhilarating opening games.The guys also discuss how Liverpool should handle rising star Rio Ngumoha, touch on transfers and finish with a quiz.Email us: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducer: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 26, 2025 • 42min

Rio strikes to seal chaotic win at Newcastle

Fresh from a wild night at St James Park, James Pearce joins Tony Evans and Oli Kay to analyse another disjointed but ultimately victorious performance by the Reds, sealed by that incredible last-minute winner by Rio Ngumoha. How much should we expect of Anfield's latest wunderkind - who only turns 17 at the end of the week. Perhaps more importantly, can we fix our wobbles at the back in time for Arsenal at the weekend? Speaking of which, will we have Palace's Marc Guehi in the squad by then? And what about Mr Isak? Oli's written all about that situation, and you can read about it here.Email us: walkon@theathletic.com Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Oli KayProducer: Guy Clarke and Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 41min

Chiesa chant addressed & Isak saga rumbles on ahead of visit to Newcastle

Tony Evans, Simon Hughes and James Pearce are here for the latest Walk On podcast to address the Federico Chiesa chant before discussing the continuing Alexander Isak saga ahead of Monday night's trip to take on Newcastle United.Having written about Chiesa's chant this week both Tony and Simon outline concerns with language used with the chant while discussing the sensitivity of it.Ahead of Monday night's game there's analysis around the transfer saga of the summer involving Alexander Isak with The Athletic's Newcastle United writer George Caulkin sharing the view from Tyneside with the Reds set to face an intense atmosphere at St James' Park.Plus, with Ryan Gravenberch now available after suspension the panel assess how important his return could be for the balance of Arne Slot's side.Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce, Simon Hughes and George CaulkinProducer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 16, 2025 • 28min

Federico proves he’s here to win on emotional opening night

James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans from Anfield to react to an emotional night at Anfield to kick-off the new Premier League season.The Reds title defence got underway with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth with Hugo Ekitike, Cody Gakpo, Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah all on the scoresheet.The panel share their thoughts on the tributes that were paid to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. Plus there's reaction to Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo being subjected to alleged racist abuse with Merseyside Police having launched an investigation.There’s also the latest transfer news following confirmation Giovanni Leoni has signed from Parma while Ben Doak could be set for a move to Bournemouth.If you want to get in touch with the show just email walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducers: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 13, 2025 • 40min

Guehi & Leoni: Hello, defensive reinforcements?

James Pearce and Andy Jones are with Tony Evans ahead of Liverpool's Premier League curtain-raiser at home to Bournemouth on Friday night.Before looking ahead to the game, there's plenty of transfer speculation to digest after the Reds opened talks with Crystal Palace over a move for their captain, Marc Guehi while Liverpool are also considering a move for Parma's 18-year-old Giovanni Leoni. The panel also react to the latest twist in the Alexander Isak saga.With the Reds busy in the transfer market we also assess the impact on Arne Slot and his adaptability in being able to deal with churn ahead of the new season getting underway - and finish with the return of the quiz.Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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