
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

Apr 11, 2022 • 33min
Two heavyweights going the distance
The Athletic's James Pearce and Simon Hughes join Steve Hothersall to analyse Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Manchester City. The guys reflect on the importance of Sadio Mané after his vital goal keeps The Reds' Premier League title challenge alive. Plus Simon discusses how Liverpool may perform when the Klopp era at Anfield ends, while there's news that yet another exciting talent is set to arrive at the club this summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 7, 2022 • 33min
"Two incredible teams, two incredible managers"
The Athletic's Oliver Kay and Gareth Roberts from The Anfield Wrap join Steve Hothersall to preview Liverpool's clash with Manchester City. The guys focus on one of the greatest rivalries in Premier League history and the jobs Jürgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola have performed at their clubs. Plus the Champions League win at Benfica is reviewed and we hear from Liverpool FC Women's goalkeeper Rachael Laws following promotion to the WSL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 4, 2022 • 35min
Jota does it again...now for Benfica
The Athletic's James Pearce and football writer Steven Beacom join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 2-0 win over Watford. The guys discuss Diogo Jota's knack of scoring vital goals as well as a below par display from Mo Salah. Plus they look ahead to the Benfica and Manchester City matches, while it's congratulations to Liverpool FC Women after they secured a return to the WSL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 2022 • 34min
A remarkable finale awaits
The Athletic's Caoimhe O'Neill and commentator John Bradley join Steve Hothersall to look ahead to the pivotal month of April for Liverpool. Also on the agenda is World Cup play-off heartbreak for Mo Salah; we reveal the most expensive Anfield signing during the Premier League era in today's money, while Liverpool FC Women are on the verge of promotion back to the WSL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 2022 • 31min
March Mailbag
The Athletic's James Pearce joins Steve Hothersall to answer your Liverpool questions as we enter the closing weeks of the season. What's the contract situation with Salah, Mané and Firmino? Is there a succession plan for the midfield? Plus he gives his view on the FA Cup semi-final venue debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 2022 • 35min
Liverpool's fearless full-backs
Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock and The Athletic's Stuart James join Steve Hothersall to analyse the prowess of Reds' duo Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson. They also look at the redefining of the full-back position in modern football and discuss Trent's lack of international appearances for England under Gareth Southgate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 21, 2022 • 36min
Jota gives Forest the chop
The Athletic's Caoimhe O'Neill and football writer Chris McLoughlin join Steve Hothersall as Liverpool defeat Nottingham Forest 1-0 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals. The performances of Joe Gomez and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are analysed while as the chase for an unprecedented quadruple remains on course, the guests look ahead to the mad month of April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 2022 • 33min
A one point title race
The Athletic's James Pearce and Simon Hughes join Steve Hothersall following Liverpool's 2-0 win at Arsenal. The guys focus on Roberto Firmino and what his future may hold while with just one point between The Reds and Manchester City, which side is best placed for Premier League glory? Plus Simon looks at the current rivalry between the two clubs and how it could escalate in the coming weeks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 2022 • 34min
Díaz the Brave
The Athletic's James Pearce and Oliver Kay join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool's 2-0 win against Brighton. The guys focus on Luis Díaz as he once again shone and question the use of VAR after Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sánchez escaped sanction following a reckless challenge on the Colombian. Mo Salah hits 20 Premier League goals for the season - but what next in his contract negotiations stand-off. Plus there's a preview of the mid-week trip to Arsenal and plaudits for Premier League player of the month Joël Matip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 2022 • 32min
Liverpool survive Inter examination
The Athletic's Simon Hughes and football writer Steven Beacom join Steve Hothersall to reflect on Liverpool reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League after edging past Inter Milan. Mo Salah's dip in form is analysed while Luis Díaz continues to impress following his arrival at Anfield. Meanwhile Simon discusses his recent article on The Athletic which looks at the unofficial social media 'FSG Out' movement and the issue of club ownership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.