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3 days ago
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Scouser Tommies Podcast Shares Grief and Gratitude for Diogo Jota
Liverpool's Emotional Summer: Scouser Tommies Reflect on the Loss of Diogo Jota The latest episode of Scouser Tommies on Anfield Index offered an emotionally charged reflection on Liverpool's heartbreaking summer, following the tragic and unexpected passing of Diogo Jota. Hosted by Jim Boardman and Jay Reid, the podcast was a poignant listen, honouring not only the life of a beloved player but also the collective grief shared across the Liverpool community. Grief Beyond the Pitch Jim Boardman opened with a deeply personal moment, sharing the compounded sorrow he experienced after losing his nephew shortly before the news of Jota's death broke. 'It coincided like a week before my nephew suddenly passed away,' he revealed. That double blow made the grief even harder to process, and as Jim admitted, 'I was struggling to even talk about it out loud to people at the time.' Jota's death reverberated throughout the Liverpool fanbase, and both hosts spoke to the strange but very real bond that supporters feel with players. 'You don't know them in real life, so to speak,' said Jim, 'but the loss still feels strong.' It was a reminder of the emotional investment fans give to the game and those who represent the club. Liverpool's Response: Dignified and Compassionate One thing both Jim and Jay were united on was praise for how the club responded to the tragedy. 'I honestly can't fault the way Liverpool handled it,' Jim said, recalling how the official club website quietly paused all other stories, replacing the front page with tributes and respect. 'There's not been any hurriedness, any rushedness,' he added. 'They've allowed the players and staff to come to terms with it.' Jay Reid echoed that admiration, highlighting the wider football community's support. 'I saw so many different coloured shirts and flags and scarves that weren't Liverpool ones,' Jim noted, underlining the solidarity shown by fans from clubs like Everton, Man United, Chelsea and Man City. The emotional impact went beyond Anfield too. Jay recalled attending an Oasis gig in Manchester, where the band played 'Live Forever' in tribute to Jota. 'I found myself emotional over a Liverpool player,' he admitted, describing it as 'a real touch of class.' Retiring the Number 20 Shirt As tributes continued to pour in, conversation turned to the symbolic gesture of retiring Jota's squad number. Jim, who had always resisted the idea in the past, said he'd changed his stance. 'This is the absolutely perfect way to do it,' he stated. 'No one would want to take that number anyway.' Jay added, 'This year will never be forgotten for so many reasons, but the number 20 now will always be synonymous with Jota—and rightly so.' Moving Forward, Together Despite the sadness, the podcast ended with a call to keep moving forward in the spirit of unity. 'Diogo would want us to enjoy the season,' said Jim. Jay spoke of how Liverpool's next successes would now take on new meaning. 'There'll be no better tribute if the club go on and achieve success next season because it will be emotionally driven in Jota's honour and in memory.' Liverpool, under Arne Slot, are already Premier League champions. But as Jay pointed out, 'The best tribute from this club is doing stuff on the pitch.' And if this past summer has shown anything, it's that the bond between the club, its players, and its supporters remains one of the strongest in football. As Jim concluded, 'Thanks to Liverpool for being such an amazing club.'
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28-06-2025
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Boardman: 'He's going to become the next Michael Owen'
Scouser Spirit: Boardman and Reid Reflect on Liverpool's Triumph and Trent's Departure Champions of England and Champions of Character Liverpool's recent triumph has stirred more than just celebratory scenes—it's been a moment of deep pride for Reds around the world. On the Scouser Tommies podcast from Anfield Index, hosts Jim Boardman and Jay Reid captured the essence of what it means to be a Red in 2025. 'Liverpool are the champions of England. We won the league,' Jim opened, adding, 'I can't get that image out of my head…Virgil just… looking up at the trophy with absolute glee.' Advertisement Jay, who had a remarkable week—title win, parade, and wedding—said of the celebrations, 'The songs were red… win the league on Sunday, parade on Monday, married on Friday.' He joked about planning his anniversary around the Champions League final: 'Your first anniversary of your wedding… it's usually marked by paper… so a plane ticket to Budapest and a match ticket… how does that work?' Trent's Real Madrid Move: Betrayal or Bold Step? A major talking point was Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid. The tone was scathing. 'He's gone from being potentially one of the big names in the Liverpool museum… to a footnote in the history of Real Madrid,' said Jim. Jay echoed the disappointment: 'He's literally going to become the next Michael Owen in terms of status at Liverpool and Real Madrid.' Advertisement Jay compared Trent's exit with Owen's, noting, 'Michael Owen's career at Real Madrid will not be… a whole section of the Santiago Bernabéu Museum.' He added, 'He's got to go a hell of a long way if he's going to create a legacy that he was on his way to creating at Liverpool.' Trent's motivations were heavily criticised. Jim remarked, 'He had two pretty decent choices… but I can't help but think he's going to be wondering a lot more about what he's done.' Jay didn't pull punches: 'He's not even known as Alexander-Arnold anymore… he's had to change his name… he's probably a little bit embarrassed.' Photo: IMAGO New Era Under Slot and Transfer Confidence Turning to the future, the hosts showed strong optimism under manager Arne Slot. 'We've been putting our hands in our pockets,' said Jim. The acquisition of Jeremie Frimpong was met with enthusiasm: 'It sounds like a bargain,' and Jay observed, 'He's exciting and explosive… whether we'll see him at right back all the time I don't know.' Advertisement The imminent signing of Florian Wirtz was a highlight. Jay described the buzz in Germany: 'Vertz was the most popular name… not Musiala, not Müller… Vertz was the one.' Jim drew comparisons to Torres: 'We've not signed a player with such a persona and excitement around them since Fernando Torres.' Both hosts agreed that FSG's financial moves had been smart. 'We've had a few years where we've not spent money… now it's exciting when you're the champions and you go and do this,' said Jay. Scouse Solidarity and City Pride The podcast wasn't just about football. It celebrated Liverpool's character. Jim shared, 'There were people online offering… bedrooms, food, warm clothing… lifts to different parts of the Northwest,' in response to poor parade logistics. Jay added, 'That makes you proud to be a Scouser… proud to be from Liverpool… proud to be a Liverpool fan.' Advertisement The pair poked fun at the Real Madrid-bound full-back with a viral jab from Liverpool Airport: 'He even flew from Manchester,' quoting their infamous tweet. 'The whole shenanigans and story around Trent… he couldn't even fly out of Liverpool Airport,' Jay said, to which Jim laughed, 'That tells you all you need to know.' Looking Ahead Jay summed up the moment: 'We're the champions… and we're signing one of the best players in Europe.' Jim closed with, 'Let's just enjoy every single minute of it.'
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19-06-2025
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Boardman: 'He's going to become the next Michael Owen'
Scouser Spirit: Boardman and Reid Reflect on Liverpool's Triumph and Trent's Departure Champions of England and Champions of Character Liverpool's recent triumph has stirred more than just celebratory scenes—it's been a moment of deep pride for Reds around the world. On the Scouser Tommies podcast from Anfield Index, hosts Jim Boardman and Jay Reid captured the essence of what it means to be a Red in 2025. 'Liverpool are the champions of England. We won the league,' Jim opened, adding, 'I can't get that image out of my head…Virgil just… looking up at the trophy with absolute glee.' Advertisement Jay, who had a remarkable week—title win, parade, and wedding—said of the celebrations, 'The songs were red… win the league on Sunday, parade on Monday, married on Friday.' He joked about planning his anniversary around the Champions League final: 'Your first anniversary of your wedding… it's usually marked by paper… so a plane ticket to Budapest and a match ticket… how does that work?' Trent's Real Madrid Move: Betrayal or Bold Step? A major talking point was Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid. The tone was scathing. 'He's gone from being potentially one of the big names in the Liverpool museum… to a footnote in the history of Real Madrid,' said Jim. Jay echoed the disappointment: 'He's literally going to become the next Michael Owen in terms of status at Liverpool and Real Madrid.' Advertisement Jay compared Trent's exit with Owen's, noting, 'Michael Owen's career at Real Madrid will not be… a whole section of the Santiago Bernabéu Museum.' He added, 'He's got to go a hell of a long way if he's going to create a legacy that he was on his way to creating at Liverpool.' Trent's motivations were heavily criticised. Jim remarked, 'He had two pretty decent choices… but I can't help but think he's going to be wondering a lot more about what he's done.' Jay didn't pull punches: 'He's not even known as Alexander-Arnold anymore… he's had to change his name… he's probably a little bit embarrassed.' Photo: IMAGO New Era Under Slot and Transfer Confidence Turning to the future, the hosts showed strong optimism under manager Arne Slot. 'We've been putting our hands in our pockets,' said Jim. The acquisition of Jeremie Frimpong was met with enthusiasm: 'It sounds like a bargain,' and Jay observed, 'He's exciting and explosive… whether we'll see him at right back all the time I don't know.' Advertisement The imminent signing of Florian Wirtz was a highlight. Jay described the buzz in Germany: 'Vertz was the most popular name… not Musiala, not Müller… Vertz was the one.' Jim drew comparisons to Torres: 'We've not signed a player with such a persona and excitement around them since Fernando Torres.' Both hosts agreed that FSG's financial moves had been smart. 'We've had a few years where we've not spent money… now it's exciting when you're the champions and you go and do this,' said Jay. Scouse Solidarity and City Pride The podcast wasn't just about football. It celebrated Liverpool's character. Jim shared, 'There were people online offering… bedrooms, food, warm clothing… lifts to different parts of the Northwest,' in response to poor parade logistics. Jay added, 'That makes you proud to be a Scouser… proud to be from Liverpool… proud to be a Liverpool fan.' Advertisement The pair poked fun at the Real Madrid-bound full-back with a viral jab from Liverpool Airport: 'He even flew from Manchester,' quoting their infamous tweet. 'The whole shenanigans and story around Trent… he couldn't even fly out of Liverpool Airport,' Jay said, to which Jim laughed, 'That tells you all you need to know.' Looking Ahead Jay summed up the moment: 'We're the champions… and we're signing one of the best players in Europe.' Jim closed with, 'Let's just enjoy every single minute of it.'
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15-02-2025
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Liverpool's Title Push, Everton Frustrations and Wolves Clash Insights
In the latest Scouser Tommies podcast, Jay Reid and Jim Boardman provided a rich analysis of Liverpool's form under Arne Slot, touching on the recent Merseyside derby against Everton and looking ahead to the Wolves clash. With candid observations and sharp quotes, their conversation offers a real insight into Liverpool's progress, challenges, and the atmosphere surrounding these key fixtures. Shields and Sirens: #ScouserTommies @JimBoardman is joined by @jayreid1987 to discuss all things #LFC Listen Now: — AnfieldIndex (@AnfieldIndex) February 14, 2025 Jay Reid was clear about how Arne Slot's methods have shaped Liverpool's mentality. 'The character of the squad's changed,' said Jay, noting that the belief within the team is now grounded rather than misguided. He emphasised this shift, comparing it to 'kids saying they can do anything… but actually there's no chance they can,' illustrating how Slot's approach is fostering realistic confidence. This controlled belief was evident in the Everton match, where Jay observed, 'We got through the first 20 and… we fought back,' highlighting the resilience Liverpool displayed even after going behind early. He credited the team's ability to adjust, stating, 'We've become accustomed to this more controlled approach… it's not laidback, but it's measured.' Everton's physicality and reliance on set-pieces were a major talking point. Jim Boardman vented his frustration with referee Michael Oliver's handling of the game: 'My God, Michael Oliver needs briefing on teams who try to win set-pieces,' he said, accusing Everton of exploiting minimal contact to gain fouls. Jay agreed, pointing out how Liverpool players need to adapt: 'Our players need to be more aware… let them look foolish, let them make it look like they're diving.' This theme of 'street smarts' on the pitch was echoed in Jay's broader critique of Liverpool's squad: 'We just need a bit more snard in our team,' he said, lamenting the lack of players adept at 'dark arts' and defensive cunning. He singled out Andy Robertson's decline, sharing a sharp observation from a rival fan: 'A Blue told me, 'Andy Robertson fell off a cliff,' and that's damning if even an Evertonian says it.' Looking ahead to the Wolves fixture, Jay Reid stressed the importance of atmosphere and home advantage: 'We're playing them in front of our own fans… let's welcome our lads back almost like they've come out of a battle.' He called on the Anfield crowd to recreate the intimidating atmosphere the club is famous for: 'Let's make sure they know they're at Anfield well before kickoff.' Both contributors saw the match against Wolves as an opportunity for Liverpool to respond strongly after the derby frustration. Jay laid out his hopes clearly: 'We need one of two things: a professional 2-0 performance with a clean sheet… or a statement win, steamrolling them 4-0 or 5-0 to remind everyone what we're about.'
