Matt Ladson
Matt Ladson is the co-founder and editor of This Is Anfield, the independent Liverpool news and comment website, and covers all areas of the Reds for FourFourTwo – including transfer analysis, interviews, title wins and European trophies. As well as writing about Liverpool for FourFourTwo he also contributes to other titles including Yahoo and Bleacher Report. He is a lifelong fan of the Reds.
Latest articles by Matt Ladson
![Arne Slot new head coach of Liverpool and Richard Hughes sporting director of Liverpool during their first press conference at AXA Training Centre on July 05, 2024 in Kirkby, England](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aZG3avP5YD7Bgg5BooN4TU-320-80.jpg)
Inside Arne Slot's first Liverpool press conference with the new boss coming across cool, calm, charismatic and more Paisley than Shankly
By Matt Ladson published
OPINION It wasn’t quite the fanfare of Jurgen Klopp's 2015 unveiling, but Arne Slot’s first press conference offered plenty of insight into his character
![Jurgen Klopp and his final day at Anfield against Wolves vs Liverpool on Sunday](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FXvCrAkW7by4ck4Zc8K9qN-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool: What it was like inside Anfield for Jurgen Klopp’s emotional farewell
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool waved goodbye to Jurgen Klopp on Sunday - here's everything that happened in the week building up to his departure
![Jurgen Klopp manager of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on May 05, 2024 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZCvjHCsXbwZk892dMvsB5j-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool: Defiant Anfield shows it won't let Jurgen Klopp depart quietly
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool fans may have been downbeat after problems in recent weeks - but it's been far from the case, as proven at the weekend
![Incoming Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kjy5um86PbnxAsnBzAMnpf-320-80.jpg)
6 priorities for Liverpool's new sporting director
By Matt Ladson published
Here's everything Liverpool will do this summer, with the plan behind the scenes already set and ready to implement
![Jurgen Klopp looks on ahead of Liverpool's Europa League quarter-final second leg against Atalanta in April 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wmfxFAco48nqcp2PjcXERW-320-80.jpg)
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool exit could prove timely for both parties
By Matt Ladson published
Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool at the end of the season and his exit could suit all parties, writes This is Anfield's Matt Ladson
![Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool reacts after Mario Pasalic of Atalanta BC scores his team's third goal during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 Quarter-Final first leg match between Liverpool FC and Atalanta at Anfield on April 11, 2024 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xoFUNdULm3cBKehDTxX2HN-320-80.jpg)
Have Liverpool’s wheels come off? The warning signs have been there all season
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool's shocking Europa League loss to Atalanta has been coming, all right - will this ruin Jurgen Klopp's send-off?
![Liverpool target Ruben Amorim](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PkKFT6n7Jcwa4WMtwXpXRG-320-80.jpg)
Why Liverpool fans are focusing on a different manager to Ruben Amorim right now - ahead of talks over the Reds job
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool are linked with Ruben Amorim - not that Reds are thinking about the Sporting boss at the moment
![Liverpool players celebrate Mohamed Salah's first goal in their 2-0 win over Everton at Anfield in October 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9ZGNK96iHurcma9fLNxSVd-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool overcome their bogey team to 'take control' of title race
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool beat Brighton at Anfield and stayed top of the Premier League after Manchester City and Arsenal drew later on Sunday
![Anfield: Liverpool squad and backroom staff celebrate in front of the Kop after winning the UEFA Champions league semi-final second leg football match between Liverpool and Barcelona 4-0 at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on May 7, 2019.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/duhJDsJPVHE8YswSY7efbL-320-80.jpg)
Anfield's atmosphere isn't a myth - just ask those who have experienced it
By Matt Ladson published
THIS IS ANFIELD Anfield is a fortress that rocks when it's full – and if it isn't cacophonous, that's more of a reflection of the opposition
![Alexis Mac Allister celebrates with his Liverpool team-mates after scoring against Manchester City in March 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RXkbfi4AueXSdFWxt4cXbS-320-80.jpg)
Pep Guardiola weathered the Anfield 'Tsunami' but the title is pretty much in Liverpool's hands
By Matt Ladson published
OPINION This is Anfield's Matt Ladson looks at the major talking points for Liverpool following the Reds' 1-1 draw against Manchester City
![Liverpool players and manager Jurgen Klopp celebrate after winning the Carabao Cup in February 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9vxLbEw45YjEj5NDSHUEFh-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool show a 'culture of victory' that will live on after Jurgen Klopp departs
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool's Carabao Cup win was another special Jurgen Klopp moment and will form part of his legacy, This is Anfield's Matt Ladson writes
![Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Luton Town at Anfield on February 21, 2024 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4dkbiK3BR4EjCKbiMwj8Xn-320-80.jpg)
How Liverpool keep finding one way to win in this three-way title race
By Matt Ladson published
Matt Ladson of This Is Anfield explains how the Reds keep finding a way to win, as Liverpool's latest victory was a big on in the title race
![Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp during a training session at AXA Training Centre on February 08, 2024 in Kirkby, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kY3j9gFhzLV3yByJmG5CiM-320-80.jpg)
How Liverpool will appoint their new manager - and avoid a slump like rivals: the process explained
By Matt Ladson published
In 2024, Liverpool must follow the lesson they learned in 2004 - and not the one of Manchester United in 2014
![Diogo Jota of Liverpool celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Chelsea FC at Anfield on January 31, 2024 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VkRcLVU5AP3t6MzwzeCcjA-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool thrashing Chelsea was a statement – as history is repeating itself
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool won the league when a right-back starred and emotion was high… remind you of a time?
![Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp looks on prior to the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and AFC Bournemouth at Anfield on August 19, 2023 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8d5LauJ5NdNcNo8wRRDCzM-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool have one thing they must ensure now Jurgen Klopp is leaving
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is leaving – now the Reds must ensure one thing…
![Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp looks on prior to the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Newcastle United at Anfield on January 01, 2024 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ua6pUBE463qkrNkRPPhRF8-320-80.jpg)
Why Liverpool are missing a trick by not signing anyone in January
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool don't look like signing anyone this month – and that could be a huge mistake on Jurgen Klopp's part
![Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota and Curtis Jones celebrate a goal for Liverpool against Burnley in December 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/J4A5ToShFxao7dTez4neUY-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool in 2023/24: Five things we've learned from the first half of the season
By Matt Ladson published
Jurgen Klopp's side finish the year top of the Premier League – but can the Reds carry on that form to claim the title again next May?
![Harvey Elliott reacts after a missed chance in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Arsenal in December 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3TDsm2HagGwtyVj2f7Nb7h-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal: No such thing as a good draw as Reds miss BIG chance
By Matt Ladson published
Jurgen Klopp's side will wonder what might have been after picking up just a point at Anfield for the second successive weekend
![Jurgen Klopp and Virgil van Dijk applaud the Liverpool fans after the Reds' 0-0 draw against Manchester United at Anfield in December 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xfr5zjF6ZisJXSJc9khzgf-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool's season could now go one of two ways after Reds failed to deliver against Manchester United at Anfield
By Matt Ladson published
Jurgen Klopp's side registered 34 shots against their fierce rivals but, unlike last season, were unable to find their scoring touch
![Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates with his Liverpool team-mates after scoring a late winner against Fulham in December 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sqNes7Q3zvYf6jGUrejwSK-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool 4-3 Fulham: Trent Alexander-Arnold channels Steven Gerrard on afternoon of emotional football at Anfield
By Matt Ladson published
The right-back scored a late winner as the Reds came back from 3-2 down to earn a dramatic victory in front of their fans on Sunday
![Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool celebrates after scoring the equalising goal during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Liverpool FC at Etihad Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Manchester, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uif9aJeyRvCqhUSoBtkC7L-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool showed they can challenge Manchester City for the title - now the real work starts
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool's draw with Manchester City was a disappointment for some – but it shows how far this team is progressing
![Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrates scoring during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Brentford FC at Anfield on November 12, 2023 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qT7UHHgQws6jfkqZ7xPiCG-320-80.jpg)
Is Liverpool star Mohamed Salah the best player in the Premier League? Thomas Frank provides refreshing analysis on the Egyptian King
By Matt Ladson published
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has 200 goals in English football – and Brentford boss Thomas Frank has given his verdict
![Liverpool players celebrate Mohamed Salah's first goal in their 2-0 win over Everton at Anfield in October 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9ZGNK96iHurcma9fLNxSVd-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool can challenge for the title - if two key things work out for Jurgen Klopp's side
By Matt Ladson published
This is Anfield's Matt Ladson assesses the Reds' Premier League hopes following Saturday's Merseyside derby win over Everton
![Salah, Klopp, Van Dijk, Matip all protest during Liverpool's 2-1 defeat at Tottenham](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UCBcCNFsKabnjkiLYbma2d-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool's new 'siege mentality' after VAR chaos will help title push
By Matt Ladson published
OPINION A fire has been lit among players and supporters and, as fan channel This Is Anfield explain, it could be bad news for the rest of the league
![Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp looks on prior to the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool FC at Molineux on September 16, 2023 in Wolverhampton, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qTx7Uyg9YDBBvrPniEhVm6-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool to win the Europa League! Here are 7 ways the Reds will embrace the competition – to eventually deliver in Dublin
By Matt Ladson published
THIS IS ANFIELD Liverpool can conquer the Europa League, starting this week: Matt Ladson of This Is Anfield explains why the Reds should embrace the competition