
Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show
The Athletic's James Pearce, Simon Hughes, Caoimhe O'Neill and Andy Jones are alongside host Tony Evans to bring you the very best insight into Liverpool Football Club twice a week, every week. Follow for expert knowledge of the club, big name guests, breaking news and entertaining discussion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jan 9, 2024 • 42min
No Salah, no Van Dijk, no problem
James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans, to reflect on the Reds 2-0 win over Arsenal in the FA Cup.Van Dijk was the latest name on the ever-growing list of unavailable players, but Quansah and Konate performed brilliantly in is absence.Youngsters Bobby Clark and Conor Bradley both had excellent cameos, the panel discuss how Klopp has utilised his squad perfectly so far this season.Plus, a look ahead to the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi final on Wednesday, with the Reds hosting Fulham at Anfield.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Jay Beale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 3, 2024 • 47min
Reds sit top of the league as Salah heads to AFCON
Happy new year, Reds! Si Hughes and James Pearce are alongside Tony Evans to look back on the xG-tastic win over Newcastle that saw Klopp's side start 2024 at the top of the table. Yes, Mo Salah's off to AFCON for a few weeks, but - unlike a year ago - the squad looks more than equipped to cope with even his absence (and the transfer window's just opened, so Mbappe's on his way, right?).With that in mind, the gang look forward to a challenging and exciting 12 months ahead, which starts this weekend, with a trip to Arsenal in the FA Cup on Sunday, and then a League Cup semi-final at home to Fulham on Tuesday.Produced by Guy Clarke and Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 2, 2024 • 19min
At The Match: Salah signs off for AFCON in style
James Pearce brings you reaction as Liverpool began 2024 at their free-flowing best at Anfield to see of Newcastle United 4-2.Mohamed Salah scored twice along with Curtis Jones and Cody Gakpo as the Reds opened up a three-point lead at the top of the table.Listen in for analysis from Anfield including the best from Jurgen Klopp's press conference as well as The Athletic's Andy Jones sharing his thoughts too.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 2023 • 18min
At The Match: Darwin and Diogo Jota down Clarets
Join James Pearce from Turf Moor as the Reds head to the top of the Premier League table following a commanding 2-0 win over Burnley.Goals from Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota in either half were enough to seal the win despite both Cody Gakpo and Harvey Elliott seeing efforts ruled out by VAR.Listen in to hear James' analysis from Turf Moor as well as the best from Jurgen Klopp's press conference as well as The Athletic's Andy Jones also sharing his take on the game.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 2023 • 14min
At The Match: Liverpool denied Christmas No.1
Join James Pearce for reaction from Anfield after Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by Arsenal at Anfield.The Reds had to come from behind after Gabriel opened the scoring inside the first four minutes, before Mohamed Salah struck to level things up.Join James for analysis from Anfield along with the best from Jurgen Klopp's press conference as well as The Athletic's data writer Mark Carey sharing his view on the game.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 2023 • 38min
Darwin's goal drought & decisive Anfield week awaits
Join Tony Evans, James Pearce and Simon Hughes for our final Walk On of 2023, as the Reds head into what could be a decisive week at Anfield.Having been held to a goalless draw by Manchester United on Sunday the panel reflect on Liverpool's wasteful shooting, debating the options available to Jurgen Klopp in attack with Darwin Nunez's goal drought stretching to 10 games.With West Ham in the Carabao Cup quarter-final and Arsenal to come on Saturday, the Reds face two crunch games at Anfield in relation to their hopes of winning domestic silverware as well as competing in the Premier League title race.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 2023 • 22min
At The Match: Reds held to stalemate at Anfield
Join James Pearce for reaction from Anfield as the Reds fell off top spot in the Premier League after a goalless draw with Manchester United.The Reds dominated the majority of the game with Virgil van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ibrahima Konate amongst those to go close for Jurgen Klopp's side without being able to find a breakthrough.Listen in for the best from Jurgen Klopp's press conference as well as The Athletic's Andy Jones sharing his thoughts from Anfield too.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 2023 • 43min
Hitting top spot, Liverpool's leaders & Manchester United's Anfield nightmares
James Pearce and Simon Hughes join Tony Evans as Liverpool prepare to welcome Manchester United to Anfield, having scored 11 goals in the last two home meetings with United.Having gone top of the table with the win at Crystal Palace the panel discuss the Reds' resilience to come from behind once more as well as assessing the state of play in the title race.Looking ahead to Manchester United's visit we compare and contrast the two sides heading into the game in terms of leadership, managers and transfer dealings.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke***• Post your job for free at linkedin.com/WALK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9, 2023 • 16min
At The Match: 200 up for Salah & Elliott sparks late elation
Mohamed Salah reached 200 goals for Liverpool, also scoring his 150th Premier League goal, before Harvey Elliott struck in stoppage time as the Reds once again left it late to win, this time coming from behind to beat Crystal Palace 2-1.Join Gregg Evans from Selhurst Park as he brings analysis and reaction to the latest win, including the best bits from Jurgen Klopp's press conference as well as Roy Hodgson's reaction to the controversy that surrounded Jordan Ayew being sent-off.Plus James Pearce drops in to assess Alisson Becker's return to the squad with the Brazilian goalkeeper playing a key role as Liverpool took the three points.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 6, 2023 • 39min
Kop comeback, Trent's midfield evolution & a must-win week
James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans for this week's show as the Reds keep pace in the Premier League title race in dramatic style.Trent Alexander-Arnold's role in the 4-3 thriller against Fulham is analysed with defender's move into midfield being rewarded for Jurgen Klopp.Plus there's a look ahead at what's to come this week in the Premier League with trips to Sheffield United and Crystal Palace to come.Email: walk-on@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.