The Anfield Wrap

Podcasting explaining the theory behind the key statistics used in football analytics, with statistical insights from Liverpool's victory over Sunderland, and their performances versus the bottom six. Neil Atkinson is joined by Josh Williams. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code TAW at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For more info, visit https://www.saily.com/taw Subscribe for more on Liverpool's season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Anfield Wrap’s review podcast looking back at Liverpool 3 Brighton 0 in the 4th round of the FA Cup at Anfield. Dan Morgan hosts Mike Bankole and Sean Rogers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Anfield Wrap following Liverpool's 3-0 victory over Brighton at Anfield in the 4th Round of the FA Cup, a game in which the Reds put out a controlled, efficient and mature performance to book their place in the quarter finals and one game from a Wembley semi-final. Beth Lindop is joined for the show by Stuart Wright, Kev Reilly and Joel Penny. Also in the show, John Gibbons chats to David Sturzaker about who plays Gareth Southgate in 'Dear England' a 'gripping examination of nation and game' which is being performed at the Liverpool Empire from Tuesday 3rd to Saturday 7th of March. Download the Peloton app and check out the six Liverpool FC-themed classes, and connect with Neil, John and other Reds by joining the #TAWPelotonClub tag... Subscribe to The Anfield Wrap for more on Liverpool's 25/26 season… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Jones, founder of Your Light Matters who creates public art to spotlight men’s mental health. He describes a 4,300-lights exhibition and the fundraising push to prevent suicide. Short segments also cover team form, defensive grit, Virgil’s winner and how a creative number 10 reshapes midfield balance.

Stephen Goldsmith, a Sunderland correspondent with local club insight, previews Sunderland's form and setup. He highlights the Stadium of Light atmosphere and why Sunderland remain unbeaten at home. Short takes cover key players like Naudie Muculleri and Dan Ballard, the impact of Xhaka's absence, and Sunderland's hybrid five-back tactical shape.

A raw reaction to a chaotic late defeat and the red card scuffle that followed. Debate over recurring late goals, fragile form and tactical issues that leave the team vulnerable. Discussion about squad depth, substitute timing and whether a managerial change could reset momentum. Preview of a tricky Sunderland trip and talk of positional tinkering and youth opportunities.

Joel Penny, making his debut on the show as a match analyst, breaks down Liverpool’s form and looming fixtures. He discusses attacking balance with Salah and the Virts–Ekotike pairing. He flags squad depth concerns, tricky tests from Forest and West Ham, and the Man City clash. The panel weighs rotation, cup importance, and the run that could define the season.

Lauren Black, match-by-match analyst bringing fan perspective. Phillipa Smallwood, reporter explaining management and off-field context. Emma Sanders, journalist breaking down transfers and injuries. They talk summer departures, the impact of a new manager, off-field crises and injuries, a breakout scorer, key turning-point matches, January reinforcements and the survival roadmap for the rest of the season.

Dave Powell, football finance and recruitment analyst, breaks down Liverpool’s signing of Jérémy Jacquet and the money behind modern transfers. They discuss timing of deals and why clubs pay over valuations. Short talks cover centre-back succession, contract leverage in final years, long-term deals for youngsters, and how commercial strategy fuels club growth.

A thrilling comeback and the effect of two electric forwards sparking a swing in momentum. Discussion of a decisive third goal that shifted control and live reactions to great strikes. Analysis of defensive returns and standout individual performances. Debate over urgent centre-back recruitment and frustration with recent transfer strategy.