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Mcindoe: 'We have done something no one said could be done'
Mcindoe: 'We have done something no one said could be done' Liverpool Post Match Reaction After Palace: Triumph, Farewells and the Future Liverpool's final whistle against Palace didn't just signal the end of a game. It was a coronation. On The Gags Tandon Show, Jack Mcindoe, Lewis Aspinall and Tadiwa Chanakira captured the post-match mood perfectly — pride, reflection and an eye to what comes next. 'This is the moment that I will always bring up first,' said Lewis. 'We have done something that every other club and every other fan and every other pundit said will not be done.' It wasn't just a win, it was a statement. Against the backdrop of a transitional season, Liverpool dominated. Reaction to Palace Win Shows Title Meant More Than Points The match itself against Crystal Palace might not go down as a classic, but its symbolic importance cannot be overstated. 'It was all about the celebration,' said Tadiwa. 'Finally getting to celebrate one of these in front of our fans.' Advertisement The crowd got what they came for — not just a performance, but a moment. The image of Van Dijk lifting the trophy with Alan Hansen was, in Lewis' words, 'a passing of the torch.' From one Liverpool era to the next, the legacy rolls on. Jack summed it up crisply: '35 years of waiting ended today… I love you Liverpool.' Slot's Tactical Touch Earns Post Match Praise It wasn't just emotion that carried Liverpool through the season. Arne Slot's arrival could have been the risk that derailed everything. Instead, it proved pivotal. Tadiwa explained it best: 'He didn't tweak a lot… one or two things, but we still saw his identity shine through.' Slot's impact was subtle but decisive, and as Lewis added, 'He rotated Trent and Bradley and gave us a view of what life's going to be like when number 66 leaves.' Advertisement That vision paid dividends. Gakpo, a player often lost in the shuffle, became 'top tier at moments,' according to Lewis. 'He finished as our second highest goal scorer… scored against Manchester City… great in our cup run.' All with a redefined role under Slot. photo IMAGO Trent's Goodbye and Salah's Legacy Dominate Discussion Trent Alexander-Arnold's exit had fans divided, but the podcast reflected on his send-off with surprising clarity. 'I was proven so wrong today,' admitted Lewis, who once didn't want Trent near the squad. 'I cried when he stepped up to get his medal.' Tadiwa added perspective: 'We got the whole discourse out with the boos… today it almost seemed like the crowd said this is a day for Liverpool Football Club to celebrate.' Advertisement Then there's Salah. The man who continues to break the mould. 'Mo Salah without hyperbole is the greatest right winger in Premier League history,' declared Lewis. '29 Premier League goals and 18 assists… ludicrous.' Tadiwa agreed, noting how Salah's studied approach gives him a unique edge: 'He's at the perfect point in his career… the game has slowed down for him.' Photo: IMAGO Eyes Already on the Next Season This wasn't just a post match reflection. It was a rallying cry. 'There's no finishing beneath first now,' said Lewis. 'We're coming for number 21, number seven and number 11.' Liverpool have already started flexing in the transfer market, with names like Frimpong and Wirtz exciting fans. Tadiwa closed with intent: 'You see the scenes at Anfield… what young player wouldn't want to join us?'
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12-03-2025
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Gags Tandon: 'Liverpool's Champions League exit takes pressure off in Premier League'
Liverpool bowed out of the Champions League in heartbreaking fashion, losing to PSG on penalties after a fiercely contested tie. On The Gags Tandon Show from Anfield Index, Gags Tandon and Jack McIndoe shared their immediate post-match reactions, analysing the game's key moments, Liverpool's future under Arne Slot, and the Premier League title race implications. Liverpool fans had hoped for another memorable European night, but PSG proved to be formidable opponents. Reflecting on the game, Gags captured the sentiment of many: 'We were laughing this time last week… now it's our time to cry, Jack. That's football.' Jack echoed the disappointment, pointing out that despite Liverpool's strong second-half performance, they simply ran out of steam: 'You could see we were knackered… but so were they, to be honest.' Liverpool had opportunities but failed to capitalise, a cruel mirror of the first leg in Paris. 'We did exactly what PSG did in the first leg – didn't put our chances away,' Gags noted. Despite the disappointment, both Gags and Jack remained optimistic about Liverpool's trajectory under Arne Slot. Jack highlighted how this season has still been a success: 'If we come away with the Premier League, we'll be happy. The league title is the real prize.' Gags agreed, stating that the loss could actually help Liverpool by removing fixture congestion: 'This is going to free up and give us a whole load of space every week to play our first team the whole season now.' With key players suffering from fatigue, this break might be a blessing in disguise as Liverpool push for domestic glory. Football can be decided by the finest of margins, and this tie was no different. Gags pointed out that PSG's decisive goal came from a 'tapping on the line' after a defensive lapse. He also questioned some officiating decisions: 'I do think Barcola was offside… don't know how they even showed that animation at halftime. Looked offside to me.' Meanwhile, Jack reflected on how Liverpool struggled in extra time: 'Liverpool had nothing in that second half of extra time. We were just camping in our own box.' By that point, it felt inevitable that the game would be settled by penalties, where PSG held their nerve. While Champions League elimination stings, Liverpool fans can still dream of domestic glory. The Premier League remains the priority, and as Jack pointed out, this loss might actually benefit Liverpool in the long run: 'This takes the pressure off in the Premier League… we can just go for it now.' Gags set out the challenge for the squad: 'We've got nine league games to make a dream come true – literally getting to twenty league titles and sticking it to United fans.' With key fixtures ahead, the focus now shifts to finishing the season strong and securing another title for the club. As the discussion wrapped up, both Gags and Jack gave credit to PSG for their performance but reminded Liverpool fans of the bigger picture. 'Well done, PSG… we laughed last week, you laugh this week. All good.' – Gags While the pain of elimination is real, Liverpool's season is far from over. The Reds still have plenty to play for, and if they can channel this disappointment into their league campaign, there could still be a parade through the city come May.
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27-02-2025
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Tadiwa Chanakira and Jack McIndoe Break Down Liverpool vs Newcastle
Liverpool's 2-0 victory over Newcastle was another decisive step in their push for the title. With Arne Slot at the helm, the Reds demonstrated a mixture of discipline, tactical maturity and ruthless efficiency, a performance that left both fans and analysts in awe. On The Gags Tandon Show, post-match reaction was filled with praise for Liverpool's dominance, with Tadiwa Chanakira and Jack McIndoe dissecting the key moments. As Chanakira put it, 'Liverpool getting a massive three points tonight, getting us that bit more closer to our number 20 this season.' That sense of inevitability is beginning to grow, with Newcastle struggling to pose a meaningful challenge. One of the key talking points from the match was Liverpool's midfield, which functioned like a well-oiled machine. Chanakira noted that the consistency in selection was key: 'Maybe surprised that all of them played again, but I think it's wiser at the moment… play them, win the games and then take them off rather than needing to bring them on.' Liverpool's midfield trio ensured Newcastle were suffocated in possession, with Dominik Szoboszlai standing out. His goal was the icing on the cake of an all-action display, and as McIndoe put it, 'Szobo's getting a crucial goal… he's been brilliant, mate.' It is impossible to discuss this Liverpool side without mentioning Mohamed Salah, who continues to evolve into one of the most efficient forwards in the world. McIndoe summarised it perfectly: 'Magical Mo… I've run out of superlatives to describe the Egyptian. He's so good.' Chanakira expanded on this, drawing an incredible comparison: 'He's having a Lionel Messi-type season… if you had Lionel Messi in fantasy football, why would you not captain him every week?' Salah's impact transcends goals. His ability to slow the game down, dictate attacking play and provide assists has reached new heights. 'He's six goal contributions behind what Messi was doing at age 32 at Barcelona… he's tied Cristiano Ronaldo at 32 for goal contributions. That's the level of player we have at Liverpool Football Club,' Chanakira emphasised. Yet, Salah does not seem to receive the recognition he deserves from wider football media. 'If he played for Man United… oh my God,' McIndoe remarked, underlining how Salah's brilliance is sometimes taken for granted. Newcastle, meanwhile, were passive throughout the encounter. Without their talisman Alexander Isak, they lacked a focal point in attack, and Liverpool capitalised. 'Newcastle are hoping for a top-four place, but it's looking unlikely,' McIndoe admitted. Chanakira took a wider view, stating that Newcastle's inability to secure Champions League football could have lasting consequences: 'Some of the players are going to get sick of the promise of what Newcastle is… they thought they were Man City.' He went further, highlighting Isak's precarious future at the club: 'If I was advising Isak, I'd be saying, you've got to move if Newcastle don't make the Champions League.' The sentiment was clear: Newcastle's project is in danger of stagnation, while Liverpool continue to soar. With Arsenal faltering and Manchester City in pursuit, Liverpool's lead at the top looks increasingly formidable. Chanakira summed it up: 'Liverpool now go 13 points clear of Arsenal… and I know what I'll be doing the next 20 minutes, booting up the TV and watching some great Arsenal fan content.' That confidence is infectious. The atmosphere among Liverpool supporters is one of cautious excitement, with the realisation that a historic season is within reach. As McIndoe concluded, 'We are witnessing something very special this season… let's hope by the end of May we've got a couple more trophies under our belt.' Liverpool march on.
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20-02-2025
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Report: Can Liverpool Fix Their Draw Problem?
Liverpool's campaign has been a mixed bag, with flashes of brilliance interspersed with frustrating draws and dropped points. This inconsistency has left fans pondering what could have been. A recent discussion on The Gags Tandon Show on Anfield Index featuring Gags Tandon and Tadiwa Chanakira offered some insightful perspectives on the Reds' performances. Let's delve into their analysis and explore some key themes. The season began with hope, but as Tadiwa Chanakira pointed out, 'We've seen some good performances, but we've also seen some performances where we've dropped points.' This sentiment encapsulates the rollercoaster nature of Liverpool's journey so far. The team has demonstrated its attacking prowess at times, but defensive vulnerabilities and a lack of consistency have proved costly. As Gags Tandon highlighted, 'It's been a season of inconsistency.' This inconsistency has meant that Liverpool have struggled to build momentum and string together a series of wins. Draws, while sometimes acceptable, can be particularly damaging in a league as competitive as the Premier League. Each dropped point can feel like a missed opportunity. Chanakira reflected on the nature of these draws. 'Some of the draws have felt like losses,' he said, indicating the frustration felt by fans and analysts alike. These dropped points have often come in games where Liverpool have dominated possession and created numerous chances, only to be let down by a lack of clinical finishing or defensive lapses. The discussion on The Gags Tandon Show also focused on the specific reasons behind Liverpool's dropped points. Tandon suggested that a lack of ruthlessness in front of goal has been a major contributing factor. 'We've not been clinical enough,' he stated. This inability to convert chances into goals has meant that Liverpool have often failed to capitalise on their periods of dominance, allowing opponents to snatch a point or even a win. Chanakira echoed this point, noting that 'We've conceded some sloppy goals.' These defensive errors have further compounded the issue, turning winning positions into draws or even defeats. Despite the frustrations, there remains a sense of optimism amongst some supporters. The team possesses undeniable talent, and under Arne Slot's guidance, there is hope that they can find the consistency needed to climb the table. As Tandon and Chanakira discussed, addressing the issues of clinical finishing and defensive solidity will be crucial for Liverpool to achieve their goals this season. The ability to turn draws into wins and minimise dropped points will be essential for any sustained progress. 'We need to find a way to be more ruthless,' said Tandon, a sentiment shared by many Liverpool fans. If the team can find that ruthlessness, as well as shore up the defence, then a more successful second half of the season may be on the cards.
