Trent Alexander-Arnold’s horror show against Manchester United has seen him come under heavy criticism, so what’s next for him at Liverpool? WELL, we didn’t lose any ground at the weekend. There’s a highlight. That and Alexis Mac Allister. We’re...
While title races are tense and tight affairs, Liverpool are bringing an air of calm to their own charge and easing fan fears in the process… WHAT I like most is the calmness. As a man prone to bile-lapping waves of anxiety in any situation, it’s always...
Liverpool continue to put the league on notice with statement performances, but their win at Spurs could be one of the biggest of the lot… ‘TIS the season. And it’s developing into a season where all sorts of goodwill is coming at The Reds from all sorts...
Andy Robertson has faced criticism after another high-profile mistake against Fulham, but are discussions about his future premature? I LOVE Steve Nicol. I’ve never shied away from that view, though, whenever I’ve mentioned it, some have assumed that it...
As Arsenal and Manchester City dropped points, it felt like Liverpool managed to win after a weekend in which they didn’t even play… AN enjoyable weekend without stress. Alright, a weird weekend without footy for The Reds but an enjoyable one,...
Liverpool continue to knock every negative narrative down with each passing win, going 11 clear of Manchester City atop the Premier League… ELEVEN high. Yes, 34 minus 23 is 11 and there’s nothing anyone can do about it. As we enter the last month of...
As Liverpool head into another Champions League battle against Real Madrid, all the questions centre around Mo Salah’s contract comments… I WAS GOING to write about Madrid, to be honest. These things are usually settled a day or two before they come...
It’s OK to have conflicting thoughts ahead of Liverpool’s next three fixtures against Southampton, Real Madrid & Manchester City… I’m fascinated with the concept of ‘doublethink.’ This is an idea developed by George Orwell in what may be...
Aston Villa’s questionable tactics were brushed aside by Liverpool as Arne Slot continues to tactically outsmart the opposition… AND then there were five. Five points ahead of City. To say that this is dreamland is something of an understatement. ...
After an ugly first half Liverpool recovered to win a crucial three points against Brighton, but how do you dissect such a two-sided game? HOW things can change. At half time on Saturday I went onto the concourse of the Upper Kemlyn stand and seethed. I’d had...
Phillip Breen – Director of Red or Dead : TAW Special
An Anfield Wrap special, Neil Atkinson sits down for a chat with Theatre Director Philip Breen to talk about ‘Red or Dead’ the stage adaptation of David Peace’s novel about Bill Shankly.
Red or Dead, starring Peter Mullen, is currently showing at The Royal Court Theatre with some seats still available and runs until the 19th April with tickets still available on this link – https://liverpoolsroyalcourt.com/main_stage/red-or-dead/