After the Manchester United win which saw Anfield announce the title would be Liverpool's, Neil Atkinson made a rare appearance on The Athletic's podcast. 'The Red Agenda' is hosted by Steve Hothersall and features James Pearce as a guest, and we enjoyed reliving it so much we have it here for all our listeners. So sit back, enjoy, and if you do, you can subscribe to future editions by clicking here . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jan 21, 2020•53 min
With Manchester City and Leicester dropping points, Liverpool's win over Manchester United sees them streets ahead at the top of the Premier League. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and look forward to the week ahead are Rob Gutmann, Paul Senior, Mike Girling and Chris Maguire. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the sta...
Jan 20, 2020•53 min
Liverpool's squad will be bolstered by the return of some key faces, as well as Klopp closing the door on further departures, ahead of Manchester United. Neil Atkinson is joined in the studio by John Gibbons, Dan Morgan, Becky Loy and Paddy Fitzsimons to react to the events of this past week and to look ahead to Sunday. Also on the show, we've got the highlights of exclusive interviews with Academy coaches Neil Critchley and Barry Lewtas and ESPN's Mark Ogden on Liverpool-United. Learn more abou...
Jan 17, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Liverpool's 1-0 win at Tottenham Hotspur ensured they recorded the best start to a season by any top-flight side in Europe's top five divisions. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and look forward to the week ahead are Rob Gutmann, Gareth Roberts and John Gibbons. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the standard match repo...
Jan 13, 2020•54 min
Mane was named African Football of the Year this week, while Klopp was able to welcome back some of his injured lads as they geared up to face Tottenham. Neil Atkinson is joined in the studio by Damian Kavanagh, Siobhan Biggane and Ste Evans to react to the events of this week and look ahead to Saturday. Also on the show, The Athletic's James Pearce on Nike and Pep Lijnders, Brian Nash on his new single and Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic's Spurs writer, on our opposition. Learn more about your...
Jan 10, 2020•1 hr 23 min
Today is Lucas Leiva's birthday and to celebrate we're re-releasing our hour long interview with the Brazilian in case you didn't hear it in 2017 . The Anfield Wrap spoke to the midfielder in an honest and open interview about his initial struggles in the Premier League, the ups and downs of his relationship with Liverpool fans, the time he almost left the club and his love of the city of Liverpool and its people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jan 09, 2020•1 hr 4 min
With a much-changed side Liverpool managed to beat an expensively assembled Everton side managed by Carlo Ancelotti thanks to a Curtis Jones rocket. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and look forward to a week off are Rob Gutmann, Ian Ryan and The Evening Standard's David Lynch. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the sta...
Jan 06, 2020•1 hr 14 min
This weekend, all FA Cup matches will kick off a minute late to encourage fans to look after their mental health and that of their family and friends. John Gibbons speaks to Lee Richardson, psychologist at Liverpool FC, to discuss the importance of the campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 04, 2020•17 min
Liverpool went strong at home to Sheffield United and saw them off with ease, but how will that affect their team selection against Everton? Neil Atkinson is joined by John Gibbons, Rob Gutmann and Kieran Molyneux to react and look ahead, while Rory Smith from the New York Times talks VAR and The Athletic's Greg O'Keeffe gives the latest from Goodison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jan 03, 2020•1 hr 5 min
The decade is out and Liverpool have put themselves in the best position to taste further success at the start of the next with their win over Wolves. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and what's to come this week are Paul Johnson, Andy McCann, Paddy Fitzsimons, Emma Sanders and David Lynch. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, ou...
Dec 30, 2019•1 hr 3 min
Liverpool continued their season of good cheer by battering Brendan Rodgers' Leicester City side with a long-awaited return to Anfield up next. Neil Atkinson is joined by Rob Gutmann, Ian Salmon, Phil Blundell, John Milburn and Paula Murphy to react to all that and look ahead to the visit of Wolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 27, 2019•42 min
Liverpool are the Champions of the World and after results in the Premier League at the weekend, they'll stay top of the league by 10 points at Christmas. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and what's to come this week are Ben Johnson, Ian Ryan and Adam Smith. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the standard match reports ...
Dec 23, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Liverpool are the Champions of the World after beating Brazilian side Flamengo 1-0 after extra time in Qatar. Joining Andy Heaton to give their immediate post-match reaction are Timo Tierney, Shaun O'Donnell and Kieran Molyneux. Unfortunately there will be no Post-Match Pint tonight due to personal reasons... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 21, 2019•18 min
Virgil van Dijk sits down exclusively with The Anfield Wrap to talk about life at Liverpool and what it's like being a part of this team. In a 28 minute long interview Gareth Roberts and Andy Heaton host as Virgil goes into depth on choosing the move to Liverpool and how much of an influence the manager had. Here is a 3 minute short of the interview to whet the appetite. The full interview is available on The Anfield Wrap app for subscribers - both video and audio. Simply visit theanfieldwrap.co...
Dec 20, 2019•7 min
Liverpool have managed to cram a League Cup exit, advancement to the Club World Cup final and confirmation of the Minamino signing all into one week. Josh Sexton is joined by Mike Kearny, Damian Kavanagh and Spion Kop 1906's Paddy Fitzsimons to react to all that and look ahead to the final clash with Flamengo. Also on the show, The Athletic's Simon Hughes talks through Klopp's role in the Villa game, there's an Anfield Wrap special from Qatar and Japanese football expert Masa Mori talks Minamino...
Dec 20, 2019•1 hr 7 min
Liverpool's battling 2-0 win over Watford comes before a spell of three games in five days on two continents, but what can we expect from The Reds? Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and what's to come this week are Gareth Roberts, Paul Senior and Craig Hannan. Also on the show, Neil, Paul, Lizzi Doyle and Kev Walsh react to Liverpool being drawn against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League last 16. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with ...
Dec 16, 2019•1 hr
Liverpool overcame a stubborn Watford at Anfield to once again record a victory at Anfield. Joining Neil Atkinson for immediate post-match reaction are Adam Smith, Kev Walsh and Oobah Butler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 14, 2019•23 min
It's been a big week at Liverpool with Champions League last 16 qualification secured, a new signing on the horizon and a return to Anfield on Saturday. Neil Atkinson is joined by Rob Gutmann, Kev Walsh, Dan Sheard and BOSS Night's Kieran Molyneux to react to all that and look ahead. Also on the show, Elvis Costello and Ian Prowse talk about their upcoming tour, and The Athletic's Adam Leventhal talks Watford-Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 13, 2019•1 hr 28 min
There was outcry when Qatar was selected to host the 2022 World Cup, and with Liverpool's involvement in the Club World Cup, the scrutiny continues. Jay McKenna is joined by Neil Atkinson and Andy Heaton to discuss the issues, the impact it has already had and what it means for football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 12, 2019•51 min
Liverpool racked up eight goals against Everton and Bournemouth this week as they distanced themselves further from title rivals Manchester City. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and what's to come this week are Gareth Roberts, Andy Heaton and Ian Salmon. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the standard match reports and...
Dec 09, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Liverpool started a busy December in the best possible fashion by thrashing Everton, and they now travel to Bournemouth with momentum on their side. Neil Atkinson is joined by Ste Evans, Spion Kop 1906's Paddy Fitzsimons and The Athletic's James Pearce to react and look ahead. Also on the show, Paul Amann from Kop Outs discusses the Rainbow Laces campaign, and The Athletic's Peter Rutzler talks Bournemouth-Liverpool. Want to get involved with the Last Fan Standing quiz? Download their app here ....
Dec 06, 2019•58 min
Given that it's derby day, we've decided to revisit the aftermath of one of the greatest moments in a Merseyside derby at Anfield created by Divock Origi. It's our post-match show from this time last year, featuring Neil Atkinson, John Gibbons, Andy Heaton, Paul Senior and Paul Johnson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 04, 2019•28 min
Liverpool capitalised on Man City's slip at Newcastle, but The Reds lead at the top stays at eight points after Leicester secured a late win over Everton. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and what's to come this week are Rob Gutmann, Adam Smith and Chloe Bloxam. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the standard match repo...
Dec 02, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Liverpool will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing draw against Napoli in the week, with Brighton the weekend's visitors to Anfield. Neil Atkinson is joined by James Sutton, Philippa Smallwood and Paul Hogan to react and look ahead. Also on the show, Liverpool's COO Andy Hughes offers an update on the Anfield Road expansion, Michelle Smith discusses the Kit It Out campaign and The Athletic's Andy Naylor talks Brighton-Liverpool. Want to get involved with the Last Fan Standing quiz? Do...
Nov 29, 2019•56 min
Liverpool's 2-1 victory at Crystal Palace ensured The Reds remained eight points clear at the top, with wins elsewhere for Leicester and Manchester City. Joining Neil Atkinson to talk through the weekend's action and the impact it has had are Gareth Roberts, Paul Senior, Paul Hogan and the Evening Standard's David Lynch. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writer...
Nov 25, 2019•59 min
Back in 2017, John Gibbons and Andy Heaton sat down with Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso in Munich for a wide-ranging 50 minute exclusive interview. The Liverpool legend talks in detail about the highs and lows of his time in the game, including what it was like settling in a foreign country, to that night in Istanbul and ultimately why he left Liverpool after coming so close to winning that elusive league title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 25, 2019•51 min
Over the international break, The Anfield Wrap team have had the chance to go out in to the community and see the great work that the LFC Foundation and Red Neighbours team are doing around Liverpool. John Gibbons went to find out where the money from the most recent LFC Legends game is going to and Gareth Roberts went along to Kirkby for the Walking Football launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 24, 2019•27 min
Liverpool are back after the final international break of the year, but how are things looking in terms of injuries within The Reds' ranks? Gareth Roberts is joined by Adam Melia, Damian Kavanagh and Paddy Fitzsimons from Spion Kop 1906 to discuss that and look ahead to Crystal Palace away. Also on the show, John Gibbons chats to Jamie Carragher about his new podcast and Stephen Darby joins Josh Sexton and Andy Heaton to talk about the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation. Want to get involved with the L...
Nov 22, 2019•1 hr 15 min
Newly appointed Kick It Out chairman Sanjay Bhandari speaks exclusively to The Anfield Wrap about his plans for the organisation. John Gibbons hosted as Sanjay went into depth about his ideas for a three-month listening tour, education and empowering supporters. If you want to get in touch with Sanjay to be a part of his listening tour and have any ideas on what Kick It Out should be doing in the future, please e-mail chair@kickitout.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...
Nov 20, 2019•33 min
A crowd of 23,500 packed into Anfield to watch Liverpool Women narrowly lose out to Everton, on a historic day for women's football on Merseyside. Joining John Gibbons to talk through the women's Merseyside derby and the impact it could have are Philippa Smallwood, Leanne Prescott and Emma Sanders. The Anfield Wrap's free podcast is brought to you in partnership with The Athletic, the place to go for extensive coverage of clubs up and down the country from respected writers, outside the standard...
Nov 18, 2019•43 min
