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Who is the best Premier League right-back? | Stats Comparison

Brock — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:58:53 +0000

When you’re sitting in the pub with your mates, picking your favourites of the Premier League, the one position that has to be the hardest to choose a winner for is the right-back. It is not in any way as easy as left-back, with Ashley Cole usually taking that spot, and Leighton Baines coming through [...]

Who is the best Premier League right-back? | Stats Comparison
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The impact of Sturridge & Coutinho | Stats since joining Liverpool

Chris Vermeulen — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:01:31 +0000

In the last few weeks, Liverpool fans have been treated to several fine attacking displays from Philippe Coutinho and Daniel Sturridge, but how well have they really done?

The impact of Sturridge & Coutinho | Stats since joining Liverpool
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Who should partner Rooney for England? Carroll, Sturridge, Defoe & Welbeck compared

MattEvans — Sat, 18 May 2013 10:17:19 +0000

England’s squad for their summer friendlies with the Republic of Ireland and Brazil were revealed yesterday and the one position that is up for debate more than any is the 2nd striker role. Although there is the possibility of Roy Hodgson only choosing one striker, having watched Hodgson in charge of West Brom last season [...]

Who should partner Rooney for England? Carroll, Sturridge, Defoe & Welbeck compared
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The Premier League Shockers – How common are the shocking upsets?

Andy Smith — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:21:38 +0000

Ok, so Landry was talking about the ‘other’ type of football, however the sentiment remains true for ‘real’ football. One of the most beautiful things about the beautiful game is the potential for a freak, unexpected result. An incredible, unbelievable result. There’s nothing that neutral football fans enjoy more than seeing an underdog grabbing a [...]

The Premier League Shockers – How common are the shocking upsets?
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Stats: Most Creative Players in 2012-13 Premier League | Chances, Assists & Clear-Cut Chances

Statto — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:24:09 +0000

There’s only one week left for this Premier League season and we wanted to share some statistics using our Stats Centre to show you which players have been the most creative this season. Below you’ll see graphics from our stats centre to show which players are topping the creativity charts for chances created, clear-cut chances [...]

Stats: Most Creative Players in 2012-13 Premier League | Chances, Assists & Clear-Cut Chances
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Fulham 1 Liverpool 3 | Tactical Match Report

Michael Thot — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:45:56 +0000

On Sunday West Londoners Fulham hosted Liverpool at Craven Cottage in match of two halves – yup, that old cliche. Liverpool went down in the 33rd minute, but they wasted no time in equalizing through their superb January signing, Daniel Sturridge. Half-time tactical changes by Brendan Rodgers shored up Liverpool’s defense, and they began to catch [...]

Fulham 1 Liverpool 3 | Tactical Match Report
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What Would Roberto Martinez’s Everton Look Like? | Tactical Analysis

TPiMBW — Mon, 13 May 2013 07:08:02 +0000

Whilst David Moyes faces the impossible task of replacing Sir Alex Ferguson as the Manchester United manager next season (albeit under the guidance of Ferguson himself in his new role at Manchester United), Everton FC’s future is uncertain at best. Everton are faced with a few options: do they opt for a Moyes-like Malky Mackay? [...]

What Would Roberto Martinez’s Everton Look Like? | Tactical Analysis
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Henderson Vs Cleverley | Who’s the better player? Stats Analysis

StrengthInDepth — Fri, 10 May 2013 06:58:16 +0000

This post was inspired by a Liverpool fan on Twitter, who tweeted something along the lines of “Henderson 1,347 mins, 5 goals, 4 assists. Cleverley 1,396 mins, 2 goals, 1 assist”, the Tweet was received by other Liverpool fans as the proof they needed that Henderson should be in the England squad ahead of the [...]

Henderson Vs Cleverley | Who’s the better player? Stats Analysis
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The Future of the Premier League | Samba Kings | Coutinho and Oscar

Statto — Wed, 08 May 2013 07:08:52 +0000

In 2011 two young Brazilians took the field in Colombia for their U20 National Team. One of them, Philippe Coutinho, already a popular name in Europe playing for Italian Champions Inter Milan and the other, Oscar, a highly sought after attacking midfielder from Internacional. Both youngsters left their mark on the tournament – Coutinho Brazil’s [...]

Liverpool 0 Everton 0 | Merseyside Derby Stats & Analysis

Michael Thot — Mon, 06 May 2013 09:27:47 +0000

On a gloriously warm spring day there were no goals but plenty of excitement on display at Anfield. It was an odd match, defined by a typically frenetic derby pace, but the occasion didn’t get the best of anyone and both sides were disciplined. In total only 3 yellow cards were shown. The match was defined by width, [...]

Liverpool 0 Everton 0 | Merseyside Derby Stats & Analysis
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Liverpool 0 Everton 0 | Match Stats & Report

aidantscott — Sun, 05 May 2013 18:35:03 +0000

The 220th edition of English football’s oldest local rivalry was played out at Anfield today as Liverpool took on Everton. It was to be Jamie Carragher’s last derby game before the Liverpool legend retired from football, but the match was unable to provide the result both sets of supporters would have wanted as it ended [...]

Liverpool 0 Everton 0 | Match Stats & Report
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Liverpool Vs Everton | Debuts & End of Eras? | Stats Preview

Statto — Sat, 04 May 2013 17:34:56 +0000

This weekend’s Merseyside Derby witnesses the debuts for Liverpool new boys Daniel Sturridge and Philippe Coutinho. It could also be the end of an era for a few fierce competitors; Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher will play in his final Merseyside Derby game this weekend but the question Everton supporters and neutrals are asking is whether this [...]

Top Counter Attacking Teams This Season | Opta Stats Analysis

James Amey — Fri, 03 May 2013 06:41:44 +0000

Teams that can hit you on the counter attack at any moment are incredibly hard to defend against, especially when speed merchants such as Gareth Bale and Theo Walcott are running at your defence. So which teams have impressed in the counter attack and how have they been so successful? We can start to answer [...]

Top Counter Attacking Teams This Season | Opta Stats Analysis
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Dr. Jekyll & Mr Suarez | Statistical look at The Uruguayan’s dual nature

PawelWolecki — Wed, 01 May 2013 07:04:46 +0000

Luis Suarez is undoubtly one incredibly talented world class player, among the Premier League’s finest. His superb form helped Liverpool push through the Premier League table after a poor start for the Reds this season. Unfortunately, the Uruguayan also plays, what fans of all clubs would deem, a very, very dirty game. His urgency to win [...]

Dr. Jekyll & Mr Suarez | Statistical look at The Uruguayan’s dual nature
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Jordan Henderson Compared to EPL midfielders | Stats

AnfieldIndex — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:05:45 +0000

Can last season’s ugly duckling becomes this season’s shining light? It is certainly the case with Jordan Henderson of Liverpool this season. The majority of the Anfield supporters labelled Henderson a £20m flop at the culmination of last season, ignoring the fact that he was played out of position by Kenny Dalglish. This season he [...]

Jordan Henderson Compared to EPL midfielders | Stats
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Stats: Papiss Cissé vs Daniel Sturridge | Newcastle Vs Liverpool Preview

Pete Sharland — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 10:10:53 +0000

The January transfer window, a little respite for struggling managers and an opportunity to find the missing piece in the puzzle. There are all sorts of examples of wonderful signings that have changed a team’s season and of course there are those who have failed miserably. When Newcastle and Liverpool go head to head at [...]

Stats: Papiss Cissé vs Daniel Sturridge | Newcastle Vs Liverpool Preview
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EPL Top Players So Far | Goal Scorers, Creators, Assists & Passers!

Statto — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:23:17 +0000

Welcome to our monthly edition of the Premier League’s top players. With Manchester United wrapping up the title against Aston Villa on Monday night the attention now turns to the battle for the Champions League places, the race for survival and which player will be crowned as the player of the year and young player [...]

EPL Top Players So Far | Goal Scorers, Creators, Assists & Passers!
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The Longest Bans in the Premier League | Cantona, Ferdinand, Barton, Suarez, Di Canio

aidantscott — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:06:37 +0000

The FA banned Liverpool striker Luis Suarez for 10 games yesterday, after he bit Branislav Ivanovic on the arm in the game against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon. The Uruguayan’s punishment is just the latest in a line of long bans for Premier League players in the past. Here are the most significant ones in descending [...]

The Longest Bans in the Premier League | Cantona, Ferdinand, Barton, Suarez, Di Canio
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Gerrard Requires Shoulder Surgery | Gerrard stats

aidantscott — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:49:09 +0000

Steven Gerrard will miss the upcoming England qualifiers and possibly some of Liverpool’s pre-season after it was announced by the club that the team captain could require shoulder surgery. In an interview with the club’s official website today, first team coach Mike Marsh said, “It’s looking more and more likely that he might require surgery.” [...]

Gerrard Requires Shoulder Surgery | Gerrard stats
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Luis Suarez banned again – this time for 10 games!

AnfieldIndex — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:18:07 +0000

Luis Suarez has been banned by the FA for ten games. Sitting in their conference venues in London it seems the powers at the Football Association deem the act of violence from Luis Suarez worse than last years racist allegations from Patrice Evra. Enjoying his best form for Liverpool in the 2012-13 season Suarez’s act [...]

Luis Suarez banned again – this time for 10 games!
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Goal Of The Week | RVP,Sturridge,McCleary,Diame & Luiz

James Amey — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:20:08 +0000

After a weekend of Premier League goals and controversy , it is now your chance to vote for your favourite goal of the week from the shortlist below (GIF Images from @feintzebra) The top 5 goals in the last week (April 16th to April 22nd) have been shortlisted below and it is now our chance to pick your favourite! [...]

Goal Of The Week | RVP,Sturridge,McCleary,Diame & Luiz
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Liverpool 2 Chelsea 2 | Tactical Analysis – a game was played too!

PlayingWithaHighLine — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:56:59 +0000

Though the incident between Suarez and Ivanovic will take the headlines, the match at Anfield was full of exciting moments, as the sides created 24 chances between them (though the home side created 75% of those). The side that travelled North lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Bertrand, Luiz, Ivanovic and Azpilicueta starting ahead [...]

Liverpool 2 Chelsea 2 | Tactical Analysis – a game was played too!
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Surarez Apologises but awaits action from the FA | Suarez Stats

cody_bound — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:43:38 +0000

Luis Suarez has made his public apology to Branislav Ivanovic, but still waits to find out what his ban will be from the FA. In Liverpool’s 2-2 draw to Chelsea yesterday, Suarez, after a number of comings together over the match, was filmed taking hold of Ivanovic’s arm and aggressively biting him. Indeed nobody apart from [...]

Surarez Apologises but awaits action from the FA | Suarez Stats
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Liverpool 2 Chelsea 2 | The Good, the Bad & the Ugly from Suarez

aidantscott — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:40:22 +0000

A game mired with controversy couldn’t produce a win for either side at Anfield today, as Liverpool drew 2-2 with top four hopefuls Chelsea. Oscar opened the scoring for Chelsea when he headed the ball in from a corner. Daniel Sturridge equalised for Liverpool early in the second half with a cool finish. Eden Hazard [...]

Liverpool 2 Chelsea 2 | The Good, the Bad & the Ugly from Suarez
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Liverpool v Chelsea | Old Ties, Old Rivalry | Sturridge v Torres Stats

Tom_Westcott — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:29:41 +0000

Super Sunday brings a massive game at Anfield between Liverpool and Chelsea who have developed quite a rivalry over the last few years. Ironically the man who was at the centre of this rivalry for the majority of their Champions League clashes is now managing in the Chelsea dugout, Rafa Benitez. Benitez returns to his [...]

Who are the Comeback Kings in 12/13? | Premier League Stats Analysis

James Amey — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:14:24 +0000

Manchester United are well-known for making a comeback and Arsenal have scored more goals in the last 10 minutes of matches than any other team this season, but which teams out of the top 7 have actually been the best at coming from behind this season? We have taken a look at how well the [...]

Who are the Comeback Kings in 12/13? | Premier League Stats Analysis
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The Torres Enigma… | Torres of Liverpool & Chelsea Stats Analysis

Brock — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 07:08:02 +0000

Much has been made about Fernando Torres and the demise from his world-class status. Like most Chelsea fans, I’ve willed him on during his every appearance to reach the form he once had. It feels more like relief when he scores, as opposed to happiness; I also find myself celebrating a goal as if he’d [...]

The Torres Enigma… | Torres of Liverpool & Chelsea Stats Analysis
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Do Substitutes Win Games? | Premier League 12-13 Stats Analysis

Andy Smith — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 07:00:28 +0000

We’ve all been there. Your team is a goal down, with 20 minutes to go and you know the only way to get a result is to make substitutions. But how many? And who? Once the changes have been made you can sit back and wait for the sub to score the goal that may salvage a [...]

Do Substitutes Win Games? | Premier League 12-13 Stats Analysis
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Reading 0 Liverpool 0 | Stats & Tactical Analysis

Michael Thot — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 06:51:11 +0000

Liverpool created a staggering amount of chances, but Reading managed to keep the game scoreless through a fantastic breakout performance by their goalkeeper, Alex McCarthy. Liverpool dominated every metric of this match. It’s a wonder that Reading managed to keep them out, but then again, it’s also a wonder that no one in a Liverpool [...]

Reading 0 Liverpool 0 | Stats & Tactical Analysis
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Chelsea’s Tactical Progress Under Benitez | In-depth Analysis

Mihail Vladimirov — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 14:33:50 +0000

Immediately after being appointed the new Chelsea manager, Rafa Benitez had to deal with several problems. Putting aside the ‘off pitch’ problems he encountered (which, quite frankly took the term ‘fan backlash’ to new highs), the Spaniard’s focus was surely casted over the tactical deficiencies repeatedly showed by his new team during the season. For [...]

Chelsea’s Tactical Progress Under Benitez | In-depth Analysis
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Reading 0 Liverpool 0 | Match Review & Stats

aidantscott — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 17:17:08 +0000

Reading managed to achieve a clean sheet for the first time in 10 games against Liverpool, as the match resulted in a 0-0 draw. The home side came into the game after losing 2-0 at home to Southampton last week, while Liverpool were looking for a win after a goalless draw with West Ham United [...]

Reading 0 Liverpool 0 | Match Review & Stats
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What if half-time didn’t exist… | Premier League Stats Analysis

Andy Smith — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:01:06 +0000

As I get older I am finding that I am becoming less interested in the players at clubs and much more interested in the managers. What do they do? Are they worth the money? Are they actually needed at all? Once the team is picked and the tactics discussed, is there anything that a manager [...]

What if half-time didn’t exist… | Premier League Stats Analysis
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Shot Placement Stats: A Look At Michu, Cisse and Suárez

Andrew Beasley — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:08:44 +0000

I read a very interesting article by Ben Pugsley which looked at the scoring percentage and shooting efficiency of the top ten strikers in the Premier League this season. I thought I’d use the shot placement data from EPLIndex to see if it could explain a couple of points in the article, as well as digging into the improved goal [...]

Shot Placement Stats: A Look At Michu, Cisse and Suárez
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Hawk-Eye selected as provider for Premier League Goal-Line Technology

cody_bound — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:37:46 +0000

Hawk-Eye has been selected ahead of GoalControl as the provider of Goal-Line Technology for the Premier League next season, with clubs voting 20-0 in favour of Hawk-Eye. We all remember this moment: And there are plenty more to pick from, this incident coming in last year’s FA Cup semi-final: As clubs from the top division [...]

Hawk-Eye selected as provider for Premier League Goal-Line Technology
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Who is the Player of the Year? Suarez, Bale, RVP & Mata Stats

Statto — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:42:39 +0000

There has been a lot of debate with regards to the Player of the Year for the 2012/13 season and with the debate in mind we thought we’d put together a brief statistical analysis of the players being mentioned and their form this season. We’ve predominantly used goals scored and clear-cut chances as the two [...]

Who is the Player of the Year? Suarez, Bale, RVP & Mata Stats
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Lucas signs sew deal at Liverpool | 2012/13 Passing Stats game by game

aidantscott — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 18:48:16 +0000

Lucas Leiva has signed a new long-term contract at Liverpool, the club announced on their official website earlier this evening. The Brazilian midfielder, who has become a favourite with the club’s supporters over the last two seasons, has made 208 appearances for the Reds since he joined from Gremio in 2007. After signing the extension [...]

Lucas signs sew deal at Liverpool | 2012/13 Passing Stats game by game
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Luis Suarez | Will He Stay or Will He Go?

AnfieldIndex — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 07:30:43 +0000

The big debate for some Liverpool fans is with regards to whether Luis Suarez will stay at Anfield next season? Every couple of weeks there are rumours that Luis Suarez is packing his bags, loading a hired van and shipping off to Germany. Then there are quotes from the player stating that he is happy [...]

Luis Suarez | Will He Stay or Will He Go?
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Is Jordan Henderson Liverpool’s new Lucas? | Stats comparison

PawelWolecki — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 12:03:31 +0000

So a young midfielder was enjoying good form for his hometown club, which lead to him being labeled as one of his country’s most promising players and one of the biggest clubs in the country then pays a premium to acquire his services. The midfielder then finds it tough in new settings and surrounded by [...]

Is Jordan Henderson Liverpool’s new Lucas? | Stats comparison
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Lambert for England? Stats compared to Rooney, Sturridge, Defoe et al

pangeran — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 10:56:21 +0000

Before the game against Chelsea, Southampton’s midfielder Jack Cork started psywar by stating that The Saints’ ace striker, Rickie Lambert is better than Fernando Torres. What Cork was saying could be perceived as nothing but a usual pre-battle war dance, but not only did Lambert play superbly in that game, the talisman scored the winning goal [...]

Lambert for England? Stats compared to Rooney, Sturridge, Defoe et al
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EPL’s Under-rated Midfields | Tactical & Stats Comparison to Europe’s elite

TPiMBW — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:33:31 +0000

Both West Brom and Southampton possess teams that are full of underrated or unheralded players. I have identified both as teams with criminally underrated players in the central midfield areas: Yacob and Mulumbu for West Brom; Cork and defensive stalwart Morgan Schneiderlin for Southampton. Within football circles all four players have impressed and we could well [...]

EPL’s Under-rated Midfields | Tactical & Stats Comparison to Europe’s elite
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Most Creative English Players This Season | Opta Stats Analysis

James Amey — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:49:12 +0000

With England’s recent struggle against Montenegro we thought it would be interesting to take a look just how well the English players have fared in the Premier League this season. In this first article we have looked at which English players have been the most creative this season. We have also taken a look at [...]

Most Creative English Players This Season | Opta Stats Analysis
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Goal Distribution: Premier League first & second half goal stats

Statto — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 07:33:46 +0000

Yesterday we analysed which positions (defence, midfield or forwards) Premier League teams get their goals from so far this season (Premier League Goal Distribution by position article) and following on with the distribution theme we’ll today be looking at first half and second half goals so far this season. To start with here are some [...]

Goal Distribution: Premier League first & second half goal stats
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EPL Index Tactics Board Update – Eraser tool & Add Manual Player added

Statto — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 06:45:06 +0000

Last week we launched our brand new FREE tool called the EPL Index Tactics Board – full details here: EPL Index Tactics Board Launched. It allows you to predicted teams or to showcase your tactics for the teams you support in the Premier League. The squads available are from 2008/09 and it’s very simple and [...]

EPL Index Tactics Board Update – Eraser tool & Add Manual Player added
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Goals via position | How many goals do your DEF, MID & FWDs score?

Statto — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 08:25:43 +0000

There’s an old saying that the team that wins the League depends not only on goals from their strikers but also from their midfield and defenders. This article briefly analyses the number and proportion of goals by defenders, midfielders and forwards have scored in the Premier League for their teams. The column chart below shows [...]

Goals via position | How many goals do your DEF, MID & FWDs score?
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Aston Villa 1 Liverpool 2 | Match Report, Goals & Stats

sonjanik — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 16:02:34 +0000

Liverpool came back after a goal down at Villa Park to beat Aston Villa 2-1 after a stunning performance and 98th Premier League goal from Steven Gerrard. Second half goals from Henderson and Gerrard gave the Reds three important points as they hope to finish the season strongly and out-do local rivals Everton for a [...]

Aston Villa 1 Liverpool 2 | Match Report, Goals & Stats
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Liverpool: Has there been progression in a season of transition? | In-depth Stats Analysis

The_Woolster — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 10:09:46 +0000

In my first post, I looked at Liverpool’s conversion and creativity measures, and noted that when it came to converting chances, Liverpool were not only still lagging behind the average for the Top 4, but also the league. But I also pointed out that Liverpool, under the new management of Brendan Rodgers, are a team [...]

Liverpool: Has there been progression in a season of transition? | In-depth Stats Analysis
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Aston Villa Vs Liverpool Match Preview | Weimann Vs Downing Stats

Dan Atherton — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 09:36:40 +0000

Aston Villa welcome Liverpool to Villa Park on Easter Sunday, with the home side desperate to maintain their good form seen of late. The hosts have won their last two games in the Premier League and if they manage to spring a surprise against the red half of Merseyside, they could haul themselves back out [...]

Aston Villa Vs Liverpool Match Preview | Weimann Vs Downing Stats
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A Defence of Joe Allen | Stats Analysis

gmazeine — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 11:11:47 +0000

On March 20th, Liverpool FC announced that Welsh midfielder Joe Allen would miss the rest of the 2012/13 campaign after he underwent surgery on his left shoulder. To some cynical LFC fans, this surgery was a blessing in disguise–the much-maligned Welshman’s performances of late have been incredibly inconsistent, and despite Brendan Rodgers’ staunch public defence [...]

A Defence of Joe Allen | Stats Analysis
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What Formation Should Liverpool Use Going Forward? | Rafa, Dalglish & Rodgers Tactics

Paul Boyham — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:08:28 +0000

The recent release of the EPL Index Tactics Board has kept me busy over the last few nights and judging by the reaction on Twitter, I haven’t been the only one. Playing with the tool (which can be found here: http://www.eplindex.com/tacticsboard/) prompted me to put this article together looking at different formations used by Liverpool [...]

What Formation Should Liverpool Use Going Forward? | Rafa, Dalglish & Rodgers Tactics
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The Future is Bright & Red – but which shade? | U23 LFC Vs MUFC Squads

Sam Dean — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:49:31 +0000

Both Liverpool and Manchester United have a history of producing players from their academies which are capable of reaching the top level. Both of them also frequently opt to scout and buy young talent from afar, with a view to developing them into future first-teamers. With this in mind, I compared Liverpool’s best Under-23 XI [...]

The Future is Bright & Red – but which shade? | U23 LFC Vs MUFC Squads
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