Numbers Don't Lie with Dave Davis & Michael Reid | Liverpool's Anfield Problem and Mac Allister's Remarkable Revival
Part 1.
Dave Davis is joined by Opta analyst Michael Reid for another edition of Numbers Don't Lie on Anfield Index, examining the statistics behind Liverpool's performances under Andoni Iraola.
Liverpool head into the international break sitting fourth in the Premier League, but their contrasting home and away form raises some fascinating questions.
The Reds have collected 13 points from a possible 15 away from home, putting them top of the Premier League away table. However, they've managed just five points from 15 at Anfield.
Why are Liverpool so effective on the road but struggling to reproduce those performances in front of their own supporters?
Michael examines the underlying numbers, including expected goals, shots, possession, pressing intensity and high turnovers, revealing some surprising differences between Liverpool's home and away performances.
Despite winning the ball higher up the pitch more frequently at Anfield, Liverpool are creating fewer shooting opportunities and scoring significantly fewer goals.
Dave and Michael discuss whether Iraola's tactical approach is contributing to the problem and what Liverpool must improve ahead of their next home fixture against Manchester United.
Attention then turns to Alexis Mac Allister, whose performances have improved dramatically compared with last season.
Michael highlights the Argentine's impressive progression in passing, defensive contributions and attacking output, explaining why he has become such an important figure in Iraola's midfield.
With Mac Allister's future among the major contract decisions facing Julian Ward, Dave and Michael discuss why retaining Liverpool's best players is essential.
Can Liverpool solve their Anfield problem? Has Mac Allister returned to his title-winning best? And should Julian Ward prioritise a new contract for the Argentine?
All this and more on Numbers Don't Lie with Dave Davis and Michael Reid, exclusively on Anfield Index.
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