Andy Jones and James Pearce join Tony Evans to reflect on Liverpool finally snapping their losing run in the Premier League.

The panel ask whether the 2-0 win against Villa can be a turning point for the team. And with another goal for Salah, is he slowly grinding his way back to form?

Then it's a look ahead to a massive week. Real Madrid in the Champions League means a return to Anfield for Trent Alexander-Arnold - what kind of reception will he get?

Beyond that, it's Manchester City coming to town. Can Liverpool put the terrible run behind them and head into the international break on a high?

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Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce and Andy Jones

Producers: Guy Clarke and John Rogers

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Gregg Evans and Simon Hughes join Tony Evans on this episode of Walk On.

As Liverpool were dumped out of the Carabao Cup at the hands of Crystal Palace, the panel assess whether Arne Slot effectively threw the tie with his selection of fringe and youth players?

And given his selection, is the weekend's match against Aston Villa now a must-win, both for any lingering title aspirations, and for Slot's job security?

Email: walkon@theathletic.com

Host: Tony Evans

With: Gregg Evans and Simon Hughes

Producers: Guy Clarke and John Rogers

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Andy Jones and Simon Hughes join Tony Evans for a debrief of another bad weekend for Liverpool, falling to Brentford (and 'Keith Andrew's well-oiled machine') 3-2.

The panel discuss why Liverpool can't seem to do the basics right, and whether the other English clubs have figured them out.

They also touch on how much credit Arne Slot has in the bank, and how long that will last if this season descends into disaster.

Finally, there's a look ahead to the Carabao Cup visit of Crystal Palace to Anfield. Should the domestic cups now be prioritised given the slumping title defence?

Email: walkon@theathletic.com

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce and Simon Hughes

Producers: Guy Clarke and John Rogers

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.