Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show

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Oct 9, 2025 • 47min

Why it's not time to panic & do Liverpool miss Diaz?

James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans as they settle into the long days of the international break.Now a few days removed from the ‘week of three losses’, the panel start with a more balanced reflection on the start of the season - as James puts it: “Don’t Panic!”.The Athletic’s German football writer Seb Stafford-Bloor also drops by to discuss the reception that Wirtz, Frimpong, and Ekitike are getting from within Germany having swapped the Bundesliga for Anfield - before touching on the impact Luis Diaz has made at Bayern Munich.Finally, the panel discuss former captains Jordan Henderson and Steven Gerrard with both having been in the news this week following interviews they've given, with Gerrard also looking set to return to management with Rangers.Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce, Andy Jones and Seb Stafford-BloorProducers: Guy Clarke and John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 37min

Salah's slump & leaky defence - where is it all going wrong?

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans as Liverpool fell to a third successive loss, the worst run of Arne Slot's managerial career.Join the panel as they pick the bones out of the 2-1 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, as the Reds once again fell to a stoppage time goal.As well as the team's defeat there is also a look at the form of Mohamed Salah, Alexis Mac Allister and number of last season's key performers.Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducers: Guy Clarke and John Rogers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 44min

From bad to Wirtz - how does Slot fix things?

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans as they get stuck into Liverpool suffering back-to-back defeats for just the second time under Arne Slot.Following on from the perfect start to the season, defeats away to both Crystal Palace and Galatasaray have raised questions over the Reds' cohesion and chemistry following a number of high-profile moves in the summer's transfer window.Florian Wirtz, eight games into his Liverpool career, is still waiting for a goal or assist so the panel analyse his start to life at Anfield and discuss the challenges he faces as well as asking what Arne Slot can do to get the Reds back to winning ways.Elsewhere, James looks back on his midweek trip to Istanbul, Ibrahima Konate's recent form is debated, Saturday's trip to Chelsea is previewed all before we finish by revealing our dog-themed Liverpool XI.Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducers: Guy Clarke and Abi Paterson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 42min

Has Liverpool's luck run out?

Liverpool’s unbeaten run is over — but was the defeat at Crystal Palace just a stumble, or something that’s been coming for a while?Simon Hughes and Mark Carey are with Tony Evans to pick apart what went wrong, from shaky defending to Ryan Gravenberch’s off day and Jeremie Frimpong’s costly mistake. With Virgil van Dijk calling for quick improvements and Arne Slot’s side facing Galatasaray and Chelsea next, the panel ask: have Liverpool’s luck and late goals finally run out, or is this the perfect wake-up call? Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & Mark CareyProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 44min

Oh, Hugo! & what does Leoni injury mean for Liverpool?

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans to get into Liverpool’s Carabao Cup win over Southampton which had plenty of talking points — from Giovanni Leoni’s cruel debut injury setback to Hugo Ekitike’s costly red card.The guys dig into what it all means for the Reds’ defensive options, transfer plans, and attacking line-up ahead of Saturday’s trip to Crystal Palace.Plus, we’ve been inundated with emails from you, for the latest instalment of our favourite off-pitch saga: Dogs in Prams.Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 41min

Gravenberch's midfield masterclass & mind the gap Mikel

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are with Tony Evans to bask in the glory of Liverpool being five points clear at the top of the Premier League win after derby delight over Everton at Anfield.The panel dish out praise for Ryan Gravenberch after another midfield masterclass whilst breaking down a brilliant weekend for the Reds. A derby win, another goal for Hugo Ekitike and Arsenal dropping points to City.Plus, attention turns to the Carabao Cup match against Southampton on Tuesday and we finish with a tribute to Liverpool Women’s former manager, the late Matt Beard.Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 45min

Van Dijk delivers, Simeone sulks & dogs of war or dogs in prams?

Liverpool do it the hard way again! James Pearce and Simon Hughes join Tony Evans to relive that last minute drama in Liverpool’s European clash against Atletico Madrid with Salah shining and Gravenberch impressing.The lads debate why 2–0 has become such a dangerous scoreline, touch on Isak’s debut, and react to Simeone’s antics.Away from the pitch, the guys talk about the significance of the Hillsborough Law’s introduction to UK Parliament before turning their attention to the first Merseyside derby of the season.Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes & James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 42min

Liverpool put on another late show but where was Isak?

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans, fresh from a cold Turf Moor!The guys dissect another dramatic finish with Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time penalty sealing victory at Burnley to keep the Reds perfect at the top of the Premier League. They scrutinise Milos Kerkez’s performance, and answer the big question, where was Alexander Isak?The panel also look ahead to the Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid. Will players be rested with the Merseyside derby on the horizon?Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones and James PearceProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 40min

Hungary's Red Lads & will Isak debut on Sunday?

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans as Liverpool return from the international break. The guys look ahead to a hectic run of six games in 16 days, starting with Burnley away and Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Will we see Isak make his debut or should we be patient?Gregg Evans also joins us to share stories from his recent trip to Hungary, exploring the rise of Dominik Szoboszlai, the impact of Milos Kerkez and Adam Pecsi, and the passionate Liverpool fanbase there.Want to get in touch with your predictions or thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes, James Pearce and Gregg EvansProducer: Nick Thomson & Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 39min

Liverpool’s uneasy England dynamic & is Konate off to Madrid?

Megan Feringa, a dedicated analyst of the Liverpool Women’s team, shares her insights on their recent Merseyside derby defeat. She discusses the challenges the team faces and the need for enhanced marketing to boost fan engagement. The panel also tackles Liverpool's complex relationship with the England national team, the potential transfer of Ibrahima Konate to Real Madrid, and reflects on the impact of social media on supporter sentiments. Expect thoughtful commentary on the future direction of Liverpool in the evolving football landscape.

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