World Cup
LFC Globe’s World Cup article archive brings together related Liverpool coverage. Earlier reporting appears alongside newer stories; check publication dates for context.
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Jurgen Klopp delivers latest update on Dejan Lovren’s injury
Jürgen Klopp has delivered an update on Dejan Lovren’s injury following news of the Croatian’s struggle with an abdominal issue. Ahead of Liverpool’s 4-0 victory over West Ham, Lovren revealed he had “stomach muscle issues” having played through pain in Croatia’s run to the World Cup final. Speculation arose that the defender had kept the…
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Dejan Lovren sidelined for start of Liverpool season
Dejan Lovren is set to miss the start of the Liverpool season with a stomach injury he sustained during this summer’s World Cup. Lovren will visit a specialist in Holland over a mysterious “stomach muscle” injury which he explained he developed over the summer and has failed to heal. The 29-year-old revealed he is currently…
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Video: Jurgen Klopp speaks to press ahead of Premier League opener
Jurgen Klopp discussed transfers, injuries and the upcoming season ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League opener against West Ham. Liverpool face a freshly buoyed Hammers side at Anfield on Sunday afternoon, as they kick off their Premier League campaign in pursuit of three points. The Reds have been widely tipped to be the closest challengers to…
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How Liverpool’s midfield can accommodate both Fabinho and Henderson
Liverpool currently have various options when it comes to their midfield and Jurgen Klopp has explained how two ‘key’ players can play their part. Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson’s place in the starting eleven has been under extra scrutiny following the arrivals of Naby Keita and Fabinho. The skipper, who returned to first-team training this week…
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Liverpool “certain” not to revive deal for Lyon’s Nabil Fekir
Liverpool’s pursuit of Nabil Fekir has been one of the longest transfer sagas in recent memory. Fekir was close to being announced as a Liverpool player before the World Cup, with the deal going as far as being submitted to FIFA and the player conducting an introductory interview with LFCTV. However, results from the French…
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Jurgen Klopp suggests Liverpool not yet done in transfer window
Jurgen Klopp has suggested Liverpool still have some business to do during the transfer window. The German manager was questioned about potential transfer activity in the final few days of the window, which shuts at 5pm on Thursday, following a 5-0 victory over Napoli in Dublin. “We will see what happens,” Klopp said on the…
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Liverpool vs Napoli – Preview and Worldwide TV Info
Liverpool vs Napoli live stream links available. Watch live as the Reds travel to Dublin for their penultimate pre-season friendly ahead of the new season. Liverpool vs Napoli ‣ Aviva Stadium, Dublin ‣ Pre-Season Friendly ‣ 18:00 (BST/GMT+1) Following their participation in the International Champions Cup in the United States, the Reds headed to France…
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Jurgen Klopp hopeful Roberto Firmino can be ready for Reds season opener
Roberto Firmino could play some part for Liverpool against Napoli on Saturday, for the first time this pre-season. The Brazilian rejoined the Reds squad in France this week, after his involvement in this summer’s World Cup. He will be looking to step up his preparations to be fit in time for the opening Premier League…
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Liverpool FC confirm world-record signing of goalkeeper Alisson
Liverpool FC have confirmed they have completed a deal to sign goalkeeper Alisson Becker from AS Roma. The two cubs agreed a £65 million fee on Wednesday, with the 25-year-old Brazilian shot-stopper arriving in the United Kingdom later that evening and travelling to Merseyside for his medical the following day. Alisson has agreed a long-term…
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Liverpool resume negotiations with Lyon for Nabil Fekir
Liverpool and Lyon are in contact once again over the future of French international Nabil Fekir. The Reds re-entered negotiations with Lyon this week, as Fekir’s journey at the World Cup concluded with victory in the final against Croatia on Sunday. Fekir is still thought to be interested in a move to Anfield following the…
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