Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast

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“SPIRIT OF THE KOP” | The History, Passion & Power of The Kop with Brian Reade Oct 02, 2026

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Host Richard Garnett sits down with award-winning journalist and author Brian Reade for an exclusive Blood Red podcast special dedicated to Anfield's most iconic and legendary stand: The Kop.

Drawing from over six decades of following Liverpool FC from the 1960s to the modern day, Brian shares his unmatched personal memories, deep historical knowledge, and candid takes on the current crop of Liverpool players as well as the new manager at the helm.

Bringing the insight and authority of his acclaimed book, The Kop, Brian examines how and why this single terrace grew into a globally renowned footballing icon.

In this special episode, we cover:

The Birth of Terrace Culture: How the Kop invented mass terrace singing in the 1960s and changed matchday atmosphere forever.

An Anthem for the World: How Kopites elevated a Broadway showtune into "You'll Never Walk Alone"—the ultimate global anthem of solidarity and hope.

Anfield Magic: The Kop’s role in inspiring some of European football’s greatest and most legendary comebacks.

Fan Power & Protest: How the stand has consistently remained at the forefront of supporter activism and protests against fan exploitation.

The State of the Reds: Brian gives his verdict on the current squad, the transition under the new manager, and where Liverpool stands today.

💬 HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE COMMENTS: What is your all-time favorite Kop memory, and which European night at Anfield stands out the most to you?

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MAN CITY GUILTY! Reaction To 115 Premier League Financial Charges Verdict Sep 30, 2026

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Welcome back to the Blood Red channel as Richard Garnett is joined by Paul Gorst and Theo Squires to react to a truly seismic day in English football history.

Following last week’s leaks, the Premier League officially confirmed in a statement on Tuesday, September 29, that Manchester City have been found guilty by an independent panel of all 115 charges related to financial breaches.

The lads dive straight into the fallout, breaking down what this bombshell verdict means for the Premier League, how it impacts Liverpool’s past and present title races, and what the ultimate punishment for City ought to be. Should it be massive points deductions, title revocations, or outright expulsion from the top flight?

On today's show:

115 Charges Confirmed: The panel delivers a full guilty verdict—what happens now?

Initial Reactions: Analyzing the fallout from Tuesday's official Premier League statement.

The Punishment Debate: Points deductions, stripped titles, or relegation—what is fair?

The Liverpool Impact: How Jurgan Klopp's side was affected and what this means for the Reds moving forward.

Have your say in the comments below! What punishment do you think Manchester City should face, and does this change how you view past title races?

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MAN CITY GUILTY ON 114 CHARGES! What It Means For Liverpool | International Watch Sep 28, 2026

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Richard Garnett and Mark Jones are back in the Blood Red studio to break down one of the biggest stories in Premier League history.

The long-awaited verdict is finally in: Manchester City has been found guilty on 114 of 115 alleged charges following an exhaustive four-year investigation into the club's financial practices and Premier League regulation breaches.

Richard and Mark react to the landmark ruling and dissect what comes next:

What does this monumental decision mean for Liverpool FC—a club that went toe-to-toe with City in multiple razor-thin title races?
What are the potential sporting and financial sanctions on the table, and how could an appeal alter the timeline?

How does this verdict impact the rest of the Premier League and the future of financial regulation in English football?

Also on the agenda, the lads dive into International Watch to track how Liverpool's stars are faring on national team duty around the globe. From standout performances and goalscoring form to minutes managed and crucial fitness updates ahead of the Premier League's return, we've got you covered.

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Man City Found Guilty of 114 Charges, Julian Ward’s Anfield Return & FSG Updates Sep 25, 2026

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In this Friday edition of the Blood Red podcast, Richard is joined by LFC Chief Writer Ian Doyle to unpack a seismic day in the Premier League.

Following reports that Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 of their 115 financial charges, Ian breaks down the potential historic sanctions and how this ruling could shift the landscape for Liverpool and the rest of the league.

Away from the Manchester City fallout, the lads discuss the expected return of Julian Ward to the Sporting Director role at Anfield, and provide an update on Fenway Sports Group following recent investment developments. Finally, Ian shares his insight from a wild Tuesday night in the EFL Trophy, where Liverpool’s U21s pulled off a sensational comeback against Rochdale.

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Bournemouth Reaction, Unbeaten Run & Liverpool's Early Season Verdict Sep 21, 2026

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Join Mark Jones, Paul Gorst, and Ian Doyle on the latest episode of the Blood Red Podcast as they dive into all the talking points surrounding Liverpool Football Club.

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In this episode, the panel delivers reaction and in-depth analysis following Liverpool's 1-0 victory over Bournemouth. The result keeps the Reds unbeaten in five Premier League matches as football pauses for a three-week international break. Mark, Paul, and Ian assess the performance, break down key moments, and deliver their overall verdict on Liverpool’s start to the season, which sees them sitting 6th in the table on nine points.

What did you make of the performance against Bournemouth, and how would you rate Liverpool's start to the season so far? Have your say in the comments below!

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BOURNEMOUTH PREVIEW! | Tactical Clashes, Lineup Decisions & Score Predictions Sep 18, 2026

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Mark Jones is joined by the Liverpool ECHO's Chief LFC Writer Paul Gorst to preview Liverpool’s Sunday afternoon Premier League clash against Bournemouth. The duo dive into the latest team news, press conference reaction, and key tactical decisions facing the Reds ahead of the weekend. From potential midfield tweaks and attacking rotations to analyzing the threat posed by Bournemouth, the panel break down everything you need to know before kickoff.

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Lewis Koumas stars and can Trey Nyoni help Andoni Iraola solve midfield questions? | Liverpool.com Sep 16, 2026

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Lewis Koumas was very impressive for Liverpool as the Reds knocked Tottenham out of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, with Trey Nyoni proving himself against Premier League opposition too.

Matt Addison and Morgan King discuss the latest Liverpool talking points ahead of Andoni Iraola returning to his former club Bournemouth this weekend.

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Fulham Frustration! Liverpool 0-0 Fulham Reaction & Spurs Cup Preview! Sep 14, 2026

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Richard Garnett is joined in the studio by Mark Jones and Ian Doyle for the latest episode of the Blood Red Podcast to react to a frustrating weekend at Anfield and preview mid-week cup action!

On Today's Show:

Fulham Stalemate: The panel dissects Liverpool's dour 0-0 draw against Fulham on Saturday. Was it simply a lack of freshness following midweek European action, or are there deeper concerns around creating chances and breaking down stubborn defenses at Anfield?

Iraola's Press Conference Reaction: Fresh from Andoni Iraola's pre-match press conference today, the team breaks down the manager's thoughts on squad fatigue, the tight turnaround, and what he had to say ahead of Tuesday's clash.

Spurs League Cup Preview: Looking ahead to Tuesday night's Cup tie against Tottenham Hotspur, the lads discuss expected rotation, potential line-up changes, and who needs to step up as Iraola reshuffles his pack.

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LIVERPOOL VS FULHAM PREVIEW | Team News, Selection Dilemmas & Predictions! Sep 11, 2026

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Richard Garnett is joined by Ian Doyle on the latest episode of the Blood Red Podcast to preview Liverpool’s upcoming Premier League clash as Fulham travel to Anfield on Saturday.

The duo break down all the key storylines heading into the weekend, assessing squad fitness, tactical setups, and recent form.

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Positive signs at the start of the Andoni Iraola era | Liverpool.com Sep 10, 2026

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Liverpool are off the mark in the Champions League after beating Atletico Madrid, and Alexander Isak and Ronald Araujo are among those to have impressed early in the Spaniard's tenure.

Matt Addison and Morgan King discuss the Reds' opening few fixtures, with positive signs from Bradley Barcola and Alexis Mac Allister as well in recent fixtures.

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