Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast

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Apr 19, 2020 • 20min

Neil Mellor talks football's support for the NHS, 'Boot the Virus' and life in lockdown

Former Liverpool striker, turned Sky Sports pundit Neil Mellor joins us to talk about life in lockdown, more than five weeks on from Liverpool's last outing. As well as giving his thoughts on the Premier League being suspended, Mellor talks with host Guy Clarke about the way in which football has rallied behind those on the frontline, from the #PlayersTogether campaign launched by Jordan Henderson to a campaign he is backing, 'Boot The Virus', as professional, and ex-professionals, donate memorabilia to raise funds for the NHS. You can find more at bootthevirus.com as well as on both Twitter and Instagram @bootthevirus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 18, 2020 • 24min

Split Opinion: Has big game player Divock Origi’s Liverpool career run its course?

As Liverpool striker Divock Origi celebrates his 25th birthday, Split Opinion is here to discuss whether or not the Belgian has a future at Anfield. Having come up with huge moments in his Liverpool career against Tottenham Hotspur, Barcelona, Everton and more, Origi has certainly become a cult hero. But with the Reds persistently linked with RB Leipzig’s Timo Werner, could the Reds be set to cash in on the striker and Origi and Liverpool go their separate ways? Guy Clarke is your host as both Matt Addison and Theo Squires give either side of the argument. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 17, 2020 • 42min

Blood Red: Liverpool ultimate Premier League World XI, Premier League latest and could Jose Mourinho really have been Liverpool manager?

With the latest from the Premier League, how the EFL's stance could shape what happens, plus how Jose Mourinho could've become Liverpool manager, we have a bumper Blood Red podcast for you. Plus, we dedicate the second half of the pod to naming Liverpool's Best World XI from the Premier League era, with a couple of criteria thrown in for good measure. With only one nationality and just three members of Jurgen Klopp's current side allowed, Guy Clarke is in the chair as Paul Gorst, Theo Squires and Matt Addison all have a go at picking their XIs. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 16, 2020 • 37min

Bundesliga transfer special: Werner's release clause, why a move for Gotze makes sense and the man to replace Klopp

Matt Addison speaks to German football commentator and Bundesliga expert Kevin Hatchard to get the lowdown on the players being linked with moves to Anfield from Jurgen Klopp's homeland. Timo Werner, Jadon Sancho, Mario Gotze and Kai Havertz all get a mention as Hatchard explains the likelihood of each deal taking place this summer. There is also the latest on ex-Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho, who has spent this season on loan at Bayern Munich, and a discussion of how Bundesliga clubs like Bayern Munich, who have returned to training in Germany despite coronavirus concerns, could provide an example to the Premier League, paving the way for the Reds to collect their long-awaited league title. While RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann is also proposed as a potential future Liverpool manager. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 16, 2020 • 12min

Morning Bulletin: Nike kit 'leak' | Havertz comments | Transfer boost | Noel Gallagher

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Sean Bradbury joins Paul Wheelock to discuss leaked images of what is supposedly Liverpool’s new kit with Nike; some interesting comments from Kai Havertz; why the Reds will be in a strong position once the transfer market opens, plus an admission from Noel Gallagher. And there’s also chance to wish a very happy 60th birthday to Rafael Benitez. Have a good one, Rafa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 15, 2020 • 57min

Analysing Anfield: Defensive data transfer succession picks | Alphonso Davies, Dayot Upamecano and Achraf Hakimi

To wrap up our Liverpool transfer data succession planning picks, our attention switches to the defensive third. In place of Alisson Becker, Andy Robertson, Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Trent Alexander-Arnold making up the Reds recognisable defensive unit, we look into what alternatives may be out there. Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies, RB Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano and Real Madrid’s on loan Borussia Dortmund Achraf Hakimi full-back also features. All that and many more names suggested as Josh Williams and David Hughes delve through the data. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 15, 2020 • 14min

Morning Bulletin: Hillsborough tribute | Financial hit | Furlough U-turn | Werner doubts

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Matt Addison joins Paul Wheelock to discuss a report from our chief LFC writer Ian Doyle about just how much it will cost the Reds if this season’s Premier League returns behind closed doors. That then leads to news regarding another top-flight club reversing their furloughing decision, and the impact coronavirus could have on the transfer market, with one Liverpool legend casting doubt over a possible deal for Timo Werner. But before all of that, there are details of how the city will pay tribute to the 96, on what is the 31st anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 14, 2020 • 34min

Liverpool Classics: Reds sow the seeds for Klopp's dramatic European nights to come in thriller against Dortmund

Just months into Jurgen Klopp's tenure he'd taken the Reds to a League Cup final, beaten reigning champions Chelsea in the Premier League and seen off Manchester United in the Europa League, but even more drama was to follow. Four years on from Liverpool's stunning 4-3 home win over Borussia Dortmund Guy Clarke, Dan Kay and Matt Addison look back on the game, it's context and the significant role it played in shaping Klopp's reign at Anfield. From the poignancy of the 27th anniversary of the Hillsborough Disaster commemorated prior to kick-off, to the drama on the field as the legacy the game left, all bases are covered. With Divock Origi, Philippe Coutinho, Mamadou Sakho and Dejan Lovren all on the scoresheet, join us as we look back on the tale of the tie as the Reds would eventually make it to the Europa League final. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 14, 2020 • 14min

Morning Bulletin: Training return plans | Curtis stance confirmed| Reds legend wants Coutinho back

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Matt Addison joins Paul Wheelock to discuss a report that suggests the Reds players, along with their Premier League counterparts, will be back in training by the end of May; the future of Curtis Jones; why an Anfield great wants Philippe Coutinho back; Jurgen Klopp’s latest update to supporters, and some magical matches on this day from years gone by. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 13, 2020 • 31min

Blood Red: FA offer possible Premier League solution | Liverpool's lucky 13 | Crossroads reached with Klopp's first signing

As the FA get ready to offer up Wembley Stadium and St George's Park in an attempt to help the Premier League season conclude, we're back with the latest Blood Red podcast. Guy Clarke is joined by Ian Doyle, Joe Rimmer and Matt Addison as they look through the latest talking points. From Sir Kenny Dalglish's message to stay home, to how the Premier League season could be wrapped up at of all places, Wembley. The guys give their thoughts on the latest option that seems to be being put forward and whether or not fans are now accepting of the fact the season will be finished behind closed doors. We also get into a hat-trick of memorable Liverpool matches on this day, from the win over Nottingham Forest in 1988, to he Reds' 0-0 draw at Juventus in 2005, as well as the 3-2 win over Man City at Anfield back in 2014. And before we go, as Marko Grujic celebrates his 24th birthday, the panel have their say on his Liverpool future. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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