Salah v Slot? Inside Liverpool's collapse

James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans as Liverpool begin life under new head coach Andoni Iraola.With the World Cup kicking off, the panel assess early impressions of Iraola following his first interview.There’s new insight into how Liverpool moved quickly to secure Iraola, what attracted him to the role, and the importance of his relationship with sporting director Richard Hughes.Finally attention turns to the latest transfer news and the panel pay tribute to Divock Origi following his retirement.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We want to hear from you. After another dramatic season, we’re running a short survey to get your feedback on how we’ve podcasted for you over the last nine months. All feedback is welcome!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Nd0mZ5gwgEgLo9Mv3FWuTZdbNWO594xsd7768ccgfDA/edit?ts=6a101cbcSimon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans to debate the arrival of Iraola. Will his approach be the right fit for Liverpool and is he ready to handle the pressure and expectations that come with one of Europe’s biggest jobs?The panel also unpack the decision to sack Slot, exploring why the club’s faith ultimately disappeared and what went wrong behind the scenes during a turbulent second season. We take you inside the thinking that led Liverpool to act.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans for an emergency episode after Liverpool announced the sacking of head coach Arne Slot.The panel give their reaction to the announcement, discuss where things went wrong for the Dutchman at Anfield - before getting onto who could be his replacement, with outgoing Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola the clear frontrunner. But is he really the right fit for Liverpool? Should the Reds not be setting their sights a little higher?We want to hear from you. We’re running a short survey to get your feedback on how we’ve podcasted for you over the last nine months. All feedback is welcome!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Nd0mZ5gwgEgLo9Mv3FWuTZdbNWO594xsd7768ccgfDA/edit?ts=6a101cbcEmail: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducers: Guy Clarke and Ben Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We want to hear from you. After another dramatic season, we’re running a short survey to get your feedback on how we’ve podcasted for you over the last nine months. All feedback is welcome!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Nd0mZ5gwgEgLo9Mv3FWuTZdbNWO594xsd7768ccgfDA/edit?ts=6a101cbcAndy Jones and James Pearce join Tony Evans to reflect on a difficult Liverpool season and ask the blunt question: where did it all go wrong?The panel begin by revisiting the off-field context that shaped the campaign before focus shifts to a full squad audit, starting with the defence and moving through midfield and attack. James and Andy debate who should stay, who should go, and where Liverpool need major reinforcements this summer.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We want to hear from you. After another dramatic season, we’re running a short survey to get your feedback on how we’ve podcasted for you over the last nine months. All feedback is welcome!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Nd0mZ5gwgEgLo9Mv3FWuTZdbNWO594xsd7768ccgfDA/edit?ts=6a101cbcAndy Jones and James Pearce join Tony Evans to reflect on an emotional final day at Anfield, as Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson say goodbye to Anfield. Did they get the send off they deserve and how was the mood inside Anfield?Attention then shifts to Arne Slot. Champions League football has been secured next season, but has he done enough to lead the club into the next campaign?There’s also discussion on emerging talent. The Athletic’s Felipe Cardenas provides us with information on Liverpool’s young Colombian prospect Samuel Martinez.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones, James Pearce & Felipe CardenasProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans ahead of Liverpool’s season finale, with Champions League football almost secured — but little sense of celebration around Anfield.Focus quickly turns to what will be the final Liverpool appearances for Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. What kind of send-off can the two modern club greats expect?The Athletic’s Mark Carey also drops in to explain how Salah’s move from AS Roma helped reshape modern recruitment, before the panel preview the Brentford clash — a final-day fixture with plenty riding on it for both sides.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes, James Pearce & Mark CareyProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans after another damaging defeat for Liverpool FC — their 19th of a miserable campaign.The focus turns to Mohamed Salah after his latest social media post. Is this a parting shot at Arne Slot and what should we make of teammates publicly backing it?Beyond Salah, the panel dig into where the blame lies for Liverpool’s collapse this season. Has Slot become an easy scapegoat and do questions need to be asked of the players, recruitment, ownership and the wider structure?Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans to discuss the latest events around Liverpool including Chelsea exploring the possibility of hiring Xabi Alonso as their next head coach.With pressure mounting on Liverpool's Arne Slot, the panel reflect on how Chelsea's move for Alonso could impact the security of the Dutchman's position at Anfield.Gregg Evans also joins to discuss the upcoming summer transfer window to look at the attacking and midfield options the Reds may be looking at following on from the series Scouting for Liverpool running across The Athletic.Plus, with Friday night seeing a trip to Villa Park in-store for Liverpool we look ahead to what to expect!Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce, Andy Jones and Gregg EvansProducer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans to reflect on a damaging draw with Chelsea — and a toxic atmosphere at Anfield.With fans audibly turning on the team, the panel ask whether this is breaking point for Arne Slot.The conversation also turns to the summer ahead. What does Slot mean when he says he knows exactly what the squad is missing?Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Hughes and James Pearce join Tony Evans to unpack a big week at Liverpool FC — on and off the pitch.With Mohamed Salah raising concerns about dressing-room standards and leadership after his departure, the panel debate whether Liverpool are facing a cultural reset — and who, if anyone, is ready to step up.There’s also reaction to breaking news around ticket prices before the focus turns to a huge summer: is a holding midfielder the priority, and do Liverpool need more than just talent — but personality too?Finally, the Reds host Chelsea FC at Anfield, knowing a win would all but secure Champions League football. How big is this game and is anything less than victory simply not acceptable?Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: [email protected]: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.