Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast

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

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

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

Having beaten Juventus 2-1 at Anfield in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie, next up for Liverpool in their 2005 Champions League campaign was a trip to the Stade Delle Alpi. With no Steven Gerrard for the game, Rafa Benitez was able to welcome back Xabi Alonso, while Djibril Cisse was also on the bench in Turin too. Join Guy Clarke and Ian Doyle as they look back on the goalless draw as the Reds booked their place in the last four, where they'd come up against Jose Mourinho's Chelsea. With Sami Hyypia and Jamie Carragher leading the charge it was a night in which the Reds would show all the hallmarks of the spirit, grit and determination which would help them all the way to the final in Istanbul. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

After announcing his intentions to leave Borussia Dortmund when his contract expires in the summer, the latest episode of The Agenda centres around Dortmund's World Cup winning attacker Mario Gotze. Join Guy Clarke and Theo Squires as they talk about the possibility of Liverpool making a move for the free agent, once the summer transfer window opens. Having been given his opportunity in the first team by Jurgen Klopp at Dortmund, Gotze has been linked with a move to Anfield ever since the German arrived, having reportedly come close to sealing a transfer back in 2016. But now as a free agent, and about to turn 28 in June, could the time be right for the Reds to make a move? Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

On Wednesday, April 13, 1988, Kenny Dalglish's Liverpool team produced one of the greatest performances in the club's rich history as they swept aside Nottingham Forest 5-0 at Anfield. Led by the majestic Peter Beardsley and John Barnes, the football the Reds played that night was out of this world. Every goal they scored was perfection itself. For anyone who was following Liverpool at that time, it's a match that will never be forgotten. And for anyone who wasn't, hopefully this podcast, hosted by Paul Wheelock and featuring Dan Kay, will help. It also tells the story of the magnificent 1987-88 campaign, draws comparisons between King Kenny's champions and Jurgen Klopp's current crop, and ends with a bit of fun. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

It's special View from the Kop fans' podcast as host Paul Wheelock and regular guest Paul Philbin are joined by singer/songwriter Jamie Webster, who is here to tell us about his version of You'll Never Walk Alone, which has been released to raise money for the NHS, and which is already riding high in the iTunes charts. Also on the agenda is another heartwarming gesture, led by Jordan Henderson, with Jamie giving an insight into what the Liverpool captain, as well as manager Jurgen Klopp, are like behind the scenes. Behind-closed-doors football and what Philbo and Jamie are missing most about the Reds is then discussed, before the podcast ends on an upbeat note, with the thought of eventually returning to Anfield, and seeing the Premier League trophy being held aloft by Henderson. Enjoy. Download Jamie Webster's You'll Never Walk Alone single by clicking HERE. All proceeds from the single will be donated to the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Appeal. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

The Merseyside view on furloughing staff, players’ wage cuts, the prospect of behind-closed-doors football, and changes to the transfer market are all discussed in this special Blood Red podcast. Liverpool’s first match to be cancelled after the Premier League shut down more than a month ago was supposed to be the short trip to Goodison Park to take on Everton. So, to replace the derby that never was, Blood Red regulars Paul Gorst and Joe Rimmer join Phil Kirkbride and Adam Jones of the Liverpool ECHO’s Royal Blue: Everton FC podcast for a Merseyside take on the big issues surrounding our clubs and football worldwide.  For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

With today marking Robbie Fowler's 45th birthday, we thought it only right to look back on 'God' and his two spells at Anfield. Guy Clarke is joined by the ECHO's Liverpool correspondent and chief LFC writer Ian Doyle to reflect on the Reds all-time top Premier League goalscorer. Having scored 183 goals in 369 games we look into his Reds career from bursting onto the scene as a teenage goalscoring sensation, into playing a vital role in both the League Cup Final and UEFA Cup Final in 2001 there's plenty to get into. How his move to Leeds back in November 2001 went down, as well as of course the reception for his return in 2006 as Rafa Benitez brought him back to the club. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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 magnificent gesture from Premier League players, led by Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson; a revealing interview from Sadio Mane, and a report that suggests Chelsea are in talks with Philippe Coutinho – and that the Brazilian is also wanted from the rivals across the park. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Analysing Anfield is back with another transfer special, as we look at who could replace Jordan Henderson, Gini Wijnaldum and Fabinho. Host Josh Williams and David Hughes pick through the data to analyse what each of Liverpool’s midfield three bring to Jurgen Klopp’s side, before considering alternatives. Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong, Chelsea’s Mateo Kovacic as well as Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Partey and Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi all feature. Alternatives for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita are also on the wishlist as our tactics experts have their say. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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 a statement from FIFA that will help the Reds and their Premier League rivals; a trip down Memory Lane for one of the great forgotten European nights; a reported boost in the race to sign Timo Werner, and another link to a name that is increasingly cropping up. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Matt Addison speaks to Spanish football writer and tactical analyst Domagoj Kostanjšak to get the lowdown on two La Liga-based players Liverpool are reportedly interested in - Sevila defender Diego Carlos, who could be a replacement for Dejan Lovren if the Croatian was to leave Anfield, and young winger Ferran Torres, whose electrifying displays for Valencia have caught the eye of the biggest clubs in Europe. Also on the agenda is Philippe Coutinho's troubles at Barcelona and the reaction to Atletico Madrid's Champions League wins over Liverpool before football was suspended across the continent. Enjoy. You can follow Domagoj Kostanjšak on Twitter @BarcaFron For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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 transfers, transfers, transfers: the price tag Wolves have put on reported Reds target Adama Traore; the young Spanish winger supposedly catching the eye of Jurgen Klopp and many of his top managerial counterparts, and a link to a highly-rated Borussia Monchengladbach duo. And there’s also news of a noble gesture from Steven Gerrard and his Rangers staff. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) have reversed the controversial decision to furlough the club's non-playing staff. It was announced on Saturday that around 200 of the club’s workers were to be placed on the scheme that would see the government pay 80% of their salaries. Liverpool pledged to supplement the additional 20% to ensure no staff members was adversely affected by the worldwide outbreak of COVID-19. But the decision to use the job retention scheme put in place by the Conservatives was criticised widely criticised by supporters and by former players like Jamie Carragher. And now FSG have opted to perform a U-turn on their decision while CEO Peter Moore has written an open letter to supporters in which he says the club is ‘truly sorry’. The Liverpool ECHO’s Paul Gorst joins Guy Clarke to react to this breaking news. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy