The Rider - One Down

Gareth Roberts is joined by Emilia Bona, Kev Walsh and Adam Melia to look ahead to Liverpool v Leicester City, as The Reds are ravaged by injuries after the international break - with Virgil van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joe Gomez, Rhys Williams, Andy Robertson, Jordan Henderson, Mo Salah, Fabinho, Thiago, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Neco Williams all either injured or doubtful for the game. Also on the show, Andy Heaton and Jonny Owen, director of The Three Kings, talk about his film on Bill Shankly, Matt Busby and Jock Stein, and John Gibbons speaks to Jim Yeoman from the charity 'Cycling Projects' on a new scheme they are offering in Liverpool (specifically Knowsley and Wirral), called Wheels into Employment. Liverpool's Injury List Virgil van Dijk: ACL - long term Trent Alexander-Arnold: Calf - reports he will back “next month” Joe Gomez: Knee - long term Rhys Williams: Hip - left out of England U21s game Andy Robertson: Hamstring strain - Withdrawn for Slovakia on Sunday, but played 90 minutes v Israel on Wednesday Jordan Henderson: “Tightness in leg/groin” - sent home after coming off at half time in Belgium v England on Sunday; reportedly “precautionary” and LFC “hopeful” of recovery but The Times report he is likely to miss Leicester Mo Salah: Twice tested positive for Covid and has remained in Egypt - could miss Leicester, Atalanta and Brighton Fabinho: Hamstring - missed last three games, reports LFC “hopeful” he can play v Leicester Thiago: Knee injury v Everton - no photos of him training Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Knee - no return date, not in training Neco Williams: Foot - missed Wales match midweek with Finland after “kick to the foot” The Three Kings "The incredible story of how three men born south of Glasgow within 30 miles of each other, grew up to become lifelong friends and three of the most influential men in football history. "Matt Busby, Bill Shankly and Jock Stein lead their clubs Manchester United, Liverpool and Celtic from the doldrums to achieve unimaginable success, captivating millions of fans and becoming three of the most famous sporting institutions on the planet. "With stunning archive footage from their greatest victories and behind the scenes access, this story is about more than three men. It is about The Three Kings - the makers of modern football." The film is available to watch on YouTube for as little as £3.99 or you can buy the DVD to own on Amazon... Wheels Into Employment "Wheels into Employment is a new Cycling Projects initiative funded by ESF to encourage people back into the workplace - with projects in Knowsley, Wirral and Greater Manchester providing valuable work, administration and cycling skills in two stages." "Cycling Projects is a national UK cycling charity which promotes inclusive cycling through a range of successful community engagement programmes that give people the opportunity to cycle on a regular basis; through help, support and guidance." To find out more follow Wheels Into Employment on Twitter or Facebook... For more reaction to all the news and events that matter to you, including interviews with special guests and documentaries about players and staff past and present, subscribe to TAW Player… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Nov 20201h 4min

Neil Atkinson is joined by Gareth Roberts, Dan Morgan and Ian Ryan for our free podcast looking at the latest Liverpool injuries sustained over the international break. Also on the show, Neil Atkinson speaks to commentator Clive Tyldesley to talk about his friend and late Liverpool legend Ray Clemence, and John Gibbons speaks to Martina Cox, wife of Sean Cox, about their book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Nov 20201h 14min

Neil Atkinson speaks to several writers, from the Merseyside patch and beyond, about books on Liverpool, Everton and more that have been released recently. Featuring Melissa Reddy on her book 'Believe Us', Simon Hughes on The Athletic's 'At The End Of The Storm', the Magic Spongers on 'From The Jaws Of Victory', David Prentice on 'A Grand Old Team To Report' and Dan Gray on 'Extra Time'. Believe Us: How Jürgen Klopp Transformed Liverpool Into Title Winners Journalist Melissa Reddy reveals the inside story of Jürgen Klopp’s astonishing revival of Liverpool, culminating in the club’s first domestic league trophy in 30 years. Featuring incisive and insightful reporting, and the thoughts of players, management and club hierarchy, 'Believe Us' paints a vivid picture of this titanic sporting success. Reddy’s unparalleled access to the club brings interviews with everyone from fans and key backroom staff to players including talismanic captain Jordan Henderson, and of course Klopp himself. At The End Of The Storm - Stories From Liverpool's Historic Title Win This is the story of Liverpool's title win in the longest season, as told by the writers of The Athletic, with their blend of inside access and expert analysis; great ideas and beautiful writing. Articles include profiles of each of Liverpool's title winners by their former youth team coaches; Oliver Kay watches Sadio Mane score against Manchester City in the company of the striker's family, in his hometown in Senegal; James Pearce spends 90 minutes analysing Virgil van Dijk; plus there are exclusive interviews with Jürgen Klopp, and the club's US owners. Read the stories behind a unique and historical season from a team of writers every bit as good as the footballers they were following. From The Jaws Of Victory: A History Of Football's Nearly Men Through the eyes of the UK's finest sports writers, 'From the Jaws of Victory' pays homage to club and international sides who captivated, inspired and astounded in equal measure, only to fall short of football’s biggest prizes. The destination of these stories may be the same, but the journeys are equally glorious. The three best teams never to have won the World Cup can be found here - Hungary’s Golden Squad of 1954, the Netherlands’ Total Football exponents of 1974 and Brazil’s celebrated 1982 vintage - along with brilliant club sides through the ages, from Bolton Wanderers, humbled in the Matthews final of 1953, to Liverpool, devastated as the Premier League slipped from their grasp in 2014. This comprehensive history ensures that though these teams might not have their names on the trophies, their influence on the game remains undimmed. A Grand Old Team To Report: 45 Years Of Following Everton Football David Prentice is the Sport Editor of the Liverpool Echo, the city's famous newspaper. His fascinating book charts almost half-a-century of Everton Football Club's history - from a unique insider. It is a fan-fare and a news report. A travelogue and a social comment - and a poignant reflection of how football and journalism has changed forever. Extra Time: 50 Further Delights of Modern Football Despite its flaws and excesses, modern football is still sprinkled with simple yet beguiling delights. In his previous book Saturday, 3pm, Daniel Gray captured many of them. Now he is back with a further 50 short essays of prose poetry dedicated to the game's charming, technicolour minutiae. From club lottos to undeserved wins, and from pitch-invading animals to the roar after a minute's silence, Extra Time is another romantic celebration of football fandom and its shared joys, habits, eccentricities and peculiarities. It is a salute to keepers going forward for corners, match balls landing on stand roofs and goals scored in quick succession. These chapters offer a gleeful antidote to disillusionment with modern football, VAR and all. They are reminders of why we care and justifications for our devotion. Each warmly evokes this sport's blessed capacity to offer escape and diversion. Let us share the delight once more. For more reaction to all the news and events that matter to you, including interviews with special guests and documentaries about players and staff past and present, subscribe to TAW Player… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Nov 202058min

John Gibbons is joined by Philippa Smallwood, Leanne Prescott, Jo Goodall, Neil Atkinson and the BBC's Emma Sanders to assess the season so far for Liverpool Women... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Nov 202053min

Gareth Roberts speaks to Matt Ashton, Director of Public Health for Liverpool, about the mass testing for COVID-19 that was exclusively introduced in the city over this past weekend... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Nov 202020min

Neil Atkinson is joined by John Gibbons, Rob Gutmann and Mike Kearney for our free podcast looking back on the draw with Manchester City and what's to come next... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Nov 202059min

On this week's Weekender podcast, Gareth Roberts is joined by Damian Kavanagh, Jay McKenna and Paddy Fitzsimons to look back over the last week, after a huge win over Atalanta BC inspired by a hat trick from summer signing Diogo Jota, and ahead to the title six pointer against Manchester City. Also on the show, the lids from Lost Dock Rum talk to John Gibbons about the support from the city during the pandemic, there's a preview of Steven Gerrard on the High Performance Podcast talking about his relationship with former teammates, and social justice charity Micah Liverpool speak about their work in the community. [podcastplayer fetch_method='link' mediasrc='XXX' accent_color='#222222' hide_social=true] Press play to listen to this show in full or alternatively you can listen for free on Audioboom, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or The Anfield Wrap's free app available on IOS and Android... Lost Dock Rum Three Lids Rum Ltd and launched Liverpool Lost Dock Rum in 2019 to celebrate the most significant moment in the history of this great city. Lost for two centuries, Liverpool’s revolutionary Old Dock transformed the city into one of the most innovative, ambitious and multicultural ports in the world. Daily shipments of Rum, Tea, Sugar and Spices would flow through the dock. With notes of Vanilla, Ginger, Cardamom, Tea, Orange and a hint of Smoke, this Rum is a fitting tribute to the Lost Dock of Liverpool. High Performance Podcast The High Performance Podcast brings you an intimate glimpse into the lives of high-achieving, world-class performers who have all excelled in their field with first-hand experiences and lessons to share. Find out what non-negotiable behaviours they employed to get them to the top and keep them there. Hosting every conversation is sports broadcaster Jake Humphrey and leading organisational psychologist Damian Hughes. Jake is currently BT Sport’s Premier League anchor and former lead presenter of BBC’s Formula One coverage. Damian is an author and professor who continues to work with leading sports organisations to create a high-performing culture. Micah Liverpool Micah Liverpool is a social justice charity that has been set up by Liverpool Cathedral, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King and St Bride’s Church to relieve Liverpool residents from social injustice and poverty. They are currently running projects to combat unemployment and deliver emergency food aid and affordable food. They aim to do this by: Providing food and other household items Providing advice and support to overcome financial problems and maximise their income, including the development of Recruitability programmes to assist individuals to contribute productively to society Raising public awareness of issues relating to poverty, both generally and in relation to social exclusion Signposting to relevant information and advisory services The preservation and protection of good physical and mental health of individuals, families and the wider community of the area of benefit Micah Liverpool aims to achieve justice, fairness and wellbeing for Liverpool residents by working in partnership with Liverpool Cathedral and Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, as well as their employer partners and local churches; St Bride’s & St Vincent’s. For more reaction to all the news and events that matter to you, including interviews with special guests and documentaries about players and staff past and present, subscribe to TAW Player… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Nov 20201h 3min

Earlier this month, Official Liverpool Supporters Clubs around the world were given the challenge of coming up with creative ways to support their local communities during the pandemic. Thirty-four OLSCs across five continents took up the challenge, delivering a wide range of activities supporting vulnerable people where they live. Yesterday, the four winners were announced and John Gibbons spoke to all of them to find out what they did and the difference they made together. (Check out the #TMMChallenge, the LFC Foundation, OLSC Myanmar, Madrid Reds, Kop Kenya and LFC Vegas on Twitter.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Nov 202049min