Liverpool FC Team Talk/Gossip/Rumours 2019

Thud · 03-04-2019 03:37PM

How bad is Aguero's injury? he's won them a few games this year, if he was out for a bit of their busy month could make a big difference.

marklazarcovic · 03-04-2019 04:12PM

It would be beyond tough to take if we didn't win the league with only one or two league defeats all season,I mean , really hard to take. And it could easily happen.

D'Agger · 03-04-2019 04:23PM

SlickRic wrote: »

this is Alanis Morissette levels of butchering the word 'ironic'.

:pac:

Traffic jaaaaaaam....when you're already late

Chesty08 · 03-04-2019 04:29PM

Osmosis Jones wrote: »

You could have made this same argument after losing in the CL final last year, but instead of falling apart we've just improved. In fact we've improved demonstrably year on year since Klopp's arrival.

Don’t agree with this at all. CL is completely different to a league. The gap between matches and the number required to get to final is completely different to being at it week in week out which we’ve had to be this year

MarkY91 · 03-04-2019 04:30PM

yourdeadwright wrote: »

How amazing would it be if it goes to the last day and City draw and we win and win it ,

Firminoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!

Aguero style. It would be the greatest moment of my life.

Chesty08 · 03-04-2019 04:32PM

8-10 wrote: »

If you can't enjoy seasons like this I don't know what to say.

I absolutely think we'll be a good team next year. This is poles apart from the 2014/15 season after finishing 2nd. We're much much better equipped this time.

Of course I’m enjoying this season, my point is people writing this season as ‘ah sure if we don’t win it , it was a great rode’ when we are at the run in stage, the time when it is to be most enjoyed

Agent Coulson · 03-04-2019 04:38PM

Pearce has done a piece on Origi jumping to the front of the line ahead of Shaq and Sturridge.

Divock Origi has come from nowhere to force his way into Jurgen Klopp's plans

It's becoming a common sight.

There was Divock Origi stepping off the bench and making a real difference for Liverpool as an impact substitute.

Strong, positive and direct, the Belgian striker surged at the Tottenham backline at Anfield on Sunday afternoon and won the corner which ultimately led to Toby Alderweireld's dramatic late own goal.

Jurgen Klopp's trust in Origi has grown significantly over the course of this thrilling season for the Reds.

Last summer Liverpool were willing to off-load him after he struggled to impress following his return to the club from an uninspiring loan spell at Wolfsburg.

However, Origi snubbed the opportunity to join Wolves for £22million plus add-ons and Borussia Dortmund refused to meet the Reds' asking price.

He stayed put and didn't even make a matchday squad until October 20. He found himself a long way down the pecking order and on duty for Liverpool Under-23s at the Kirkby Academy.

To his credit, Origi never sulked. His attitude was impeccable and slowly but surely with his efforts on the training ground at Melwood he gatecrashed the Reds' title challenge.

December's Merseyside derby provided a much needed shot in the arm to his flagging career. Origi secured lifelong cult hero status on the Kop when he gleefully nodded home the winner after Jordan Pickford's blunder in the sixth minute of stoppage time.

At the time his introduction for Roberto Firmino late on smacked of desperation. After all he had played just 11 minutes of senior action in the first half of the season.

But Klopp's faith was repaid and since then he has kicked on. He scored again in the FA Cup defeat to Wolves and in the 5-0 rout of Watford.

He has only started four matches in all competitions this term but he has now made a 10 further appearances off the bench.

Origi's versatility has been a useful attacking weapon for Klopp, who has used him down both flanks as well as through the middle.

With the front three of Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino so established, Origi has taken on the role as a key understudy.

It's been telling in recent weeks that Klopp has turned to him ahead of both Xherdan Shaqiri and Daniel Sturridge.

Why? The manager knows exactly what he's going to get. Origi takes the fight to opponents when he's got the ball and works tirelessly to shut down space when he hasn't.

He carried out orders perfectly after being summoned from the bench away to Fulham and home to Spurs as on both occasions Liverpool grabbed late winners.

Origi is the perfect example to those on the fringes of Klopp's squad. He's shown patience and then made the most of every opportunity that has come his way.

Having announced himself on the big stage at the 2014 World Cup, Origi is no rookie. But it's easy to forget that he's still only 23.

Whatever happens during the run-in, both Liverpool and Origi will have a big decision to make this summer.

His contract only runs until 2020. Is he prepared to commit his long-term future to Liverpool in the knowledge that he's likely to remain as back-up to Firmino or does he go elsewhere and become a leading light?

If a new deal isn't signed, the Reds must decide whether to cash in on his resurgence come the summer or run the risk of losing him for nothing.

What's clear is that here and now Origi is vitally important to Klopp's Liverpool. His succession of cameos have helped keep the title push alive.

https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-transfer-decision-awaiting-jurgen-16070793

BorneTobyWilde · 03-04-2019 04:39PM

Knex. wrote: »

How is that ironic? :pac:

Eh because there is no talk of us winning it, but all talk about City winning the double and the two cups. So yes to me it would be ironic if we are the ones winning the Premier League and Champions League double, while they end up with the Pepsi Cola Cup and the Fa Cup.
Whole of Manchester could implode if we end up with the double.

givyjoe · 03-04-2019 04:58PM

BorneTobyWilde wrote: »

Eh because there is no talk of us winning it, but all talk about City winning the double and the two cups. So yes to me it would be ironic if we are the ones winning the Premier League and Champions League double, while they end up with the Pepsi Cola Cup and the Fa Cup.
Whole of Manchester could implode if we end up with the double.

The what Cup?! Where's the milk cup gone

noodler · 03-04-2019 05:04PM

Origi came on scored against Everton thanks to Pickford.

Played OK against Watford when he started.

Didn't think he made much of an impact on Sunday when he won a corner or two.

Is that really forcing your way into Klopp's plans?

The fact Klopp makes so few minutes available for attacking subs is probably the real story here. Origi getting a few he has puts him first choice but still falls way short of a bout of confidence for me.

.red. · 03-04-2019 05:06PM

MarkY91 wrote: »

Firminoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!

Aguero style. It would be the greatest moment of my life.

If theres anyone in the squad who I'd love to see score a last minute, league winning goal it's Andy Robertson, followed closely by Mané purely to see than smile but Andy would be my first pick. He's been immense all season.

TitianGerm · 03-04-2019 05:11PM

.red. wrote: »

If theres anyone in the squad who I'd love to see score a last minute, league winning goal it's Andy Robertson, followed closely by Mané purely to see than smile but Andy would be my first pick. He's been immense all season.

Moreno. Then ride off into the sunset :pac:

.G. · 03-04-2019 05:23PM

Na, he'd have to be on the pitch for that and that would be too much to bear!

Riesen_Meal · 03-04-2019 05:29PM

https://twitter.com/JamesPearceEcho/status/1113426404111200256?s=20

Nice!

BullBlackNova · 03-04-2019 05:36PM

.red. wrote: »

If theres anyone in the squad who I'd love to see score a last minute, league winning goal it's Andy Robertson, followed closely by Mané purely to see than smile but Andy would be my first pick. He's been immense all season.

Alisson.

Saves the ball from a Wolves attack. Puts it down at his feet and starts to run. Flicks and tricks his way around the entire team and slides it under his opposite number.

Imagine the confusion for those who don't like him playing with the ball at his feet? :P

.G. · 03-04-2019 05:51PM

I'd like us to win it in whatever fashion boils the most piss of opposition fans. Like being totally outplayed by Wolves only to win it 5 minutes into 2 minutes of stoppage time with an offside goal scored by a bloke who should have been sent off in the first minute of the game.

But mostly I just want us to win it, any bloody way we can!

Sofa Spud · 03-04-2019 07:04PM

Looks like Warnock was taking the piss on Sunday when he said he was gonna throw today's game - pretty much the same team. Can live in hope, or be deluded - who knows....

Charlie19 · 03-04-2019 07:14PM

Sofa Spud wrote: »

Looks like Warnock was taking the piss on Sunday when he said he was gonna throw today's game - pretty much the same team. Can live in hope, or be deluded - who knows....

Apart from the crazies.. was it ever in doubt?

I didn't see the interview but when I read it here, I instantly thought tongue and cheek comment.

Cant imagine the result will be any different regardless.

Tangatagamadda Chaddabinga Bonga Bungo · 03-04-2019 07:22PM

I really think Henderson is the weaker link in midfield and should only start if there is injuries. He's a really good player, it's just that we have 3 other central midfielders that are better.
Origi is painfully unproven to have as our main attacking substitution, especially at this late stage of the season. Sturridge and Shakira are vastly better options going from experience. If we need a last minute goal against Porto or whoever, I'd have Lallana and a not match fit Chamberlain ahead of Origi as well.
Not saying Origi is bad, but we definitely have better. I mean he has 25 international caps for Begium already and nearly 60 appearances for Liverpool, he's not exactly a kid bursting to get onto the scene who's being held back.

Fromvert · 03-04-2019 07:49PM

No Aguero and Pep resting Sterling, the two Silva's and Walker. Team is still strong but I'll still watch believing/hoping the changes will throw City off a little and Cardiff pull something out of nowhere.

Haha never mind, keeper is rubbish.

yourdeadwright · 03-04-2019 07:51PM

Game over already

cj maxx · 03-04-2019 08:17PM

It could have been 3-0 and when I looked at the clock there was about 4/5 minutes gone !

Frankie Cortese · 03-04-2019 08:23PM

Super-Rush wrote: »

Said I wouldn't watch because I knew City would win it. Had a quick glance and see they are one up already. Sickening.

Then to see the stadium half ****ing empty for a game that will see them take first spot and most likely the league. ****ing plastic ****.

Never understand the fixation with empty seats, atmosphere etc. Plenty of stadiums in Europe like the Etihad these days for numerous reasons.

I turn on the tv to watch football, not to get my calculator out to count people.

jasonb · 03-04-2019 08:27PM

Shows the depth of their squad that they can make so many changes.

At this stage of the season I'm so reminded of 5 years ago. The nervous anxiety of our games and hoping we'll win, and keeping an eye on all of City's games in the hope they'll drop points somewhere! And as stressful as it is, and as much as I really hope we can win it this time, I'm also reminded that it's been 5 bloody years since we've had this chance. And another 5 years before that again. So I'm just grateful that I have a chance to feel this way again, it doesn't happen often. It's such a great season so far, and it's not over yet!

~Rebel~ · 03-04-2019 08:28PM

Sofa Spud wrote: »

Looks like Warnock was taking the piss on Sunday when he said he was gonna throw today's game - pretty much the same team. Can live in hope, or be deluded - who knows....

Charlie19 wrote: »

Apart from the crazies.. was it ever in doubt?

I didn't see the interview but when I read it here, I instantly thought tongue and cheek comment.

Yeah, was clearly never going to do that. He was just making a point, that against the big teams you simply never a decision, so there's no point in even trying to take them on.

citytillidie · 03-04-2019 08:49PM

MarkY91 wrote: »

Firminoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!

Aguero style. It would be the greatest moment of my life.

No hope of that happening with Martin Tyler

yourdeadwright · 03-04-2019 09:11PM

City making games look so easy , barley out of second gear and this will end up 4 or 5

.G. · 03-04-2019 09:12PM

It's Cardiff, if anybody had any hope of them fecking up here they're deluded.

Ardent · 03-04-2019 09:16PM

Looking at the fixture list, there are a few twists and turns in this title race yet I think. If we can get 3 points against Chelsea I reckon we'll get there.

martingriff · 03-04-2019 09:16PM

Charlie19 wrote: »

Apart from the crazies.. was it ever in doubt?

I didn't see the interview but when I read it here, I instantly thought tongue and cheek comment.

Cant imagine the result will be any different regardless.

When you see the interview he was seething at the officials and said it in the heat was not a serious comment

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