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.

  • Roma sporting director says Liverpool target Alisson is ‘not for sale’

    Roma sporting director says Liverpool target Alisson is ‘not for sale’

    Liverpool have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of goalkeeper Alisson – who, according to Roma sporting director Monchi, is not for sale at any price. Alisson has been heavily linked with Liverpool and Real Madrid after an excellent season in Italy. The 25-year-old is unlikely to sign a new deal with the Italian…

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  • Liverpool’s 2018/19 pre-season plans revealed – Reds to face both Manchester clubs in America

    Liverpool’s 2018/19 pre-season plans revealed – Reds to face both Manchester clubs in America

    Liverpool’s pre-season plans for next season have been revealed, with the Reds set to play against Manchester City and Manchester United as part of their preparations this summer. The Reds will head to America following the conclusion of this summer’s World Cup in late July, where they’ll take part in the International Champions Cup (ICC).…

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  • Why Liverpool target Alisson can become world’s No.1 – Brazil goalkeeping coach full of praise

    Why Liverpool target Alisson can become world’s No.1 – Brazil goalkeeping coach full of praise

    Brazil legend and current goalkeeping coach Claudio Taffarel believes Liverpool target Alisson has all the ingredients to be the best goalkeeper in the world. Alisson has been heavily linked with Liverpool and Real Madrid after an excellent season with Roma. The 25-year-old is unlikely to sign a new deal with the Italian side and could…

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  • Liverpool players on international duty in March – A quick guide

    Liverpool players on international duty in March – A quick guide

    Liverpool’s first-team squad will have 16 players in action for their countries during the upcoming international break. The majority of Jurgen Klopp’s squad have received international call-ups for the forthcoming break. Joe Gomez, Jordan Henderson, Adam Lallana and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will line up for England against the Netherlands and Italy as they step up their…

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  • Emre Can states his desire to ‘play for a very big club next season’

    Emre Can states his desire to ‘play for a very big club next season’

    Liverpool’s Emre Can believes he has the ability to play for a “very big club” next season as he says he is leaving his options open until the summer – when his contract runs out. The Germany midfielder is widely expected to leave Liverpool as a free agent when his contract expires in June. Juventus…

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  • Roberto Firmino: “We are a team who will cause problems to others”

    Roberto Firmino: “We are a team who will cause problems to others”

    Roberto Firmino has insisted Liverpool are not scared of anyone in the Champions League this season and do not fear meeting an English opposition in the draw for the last eight of the competition. Jurgen Klopp and his Liverpool side were the first Premier League side to make it in to the next round with…

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  • Loris Karius’ save against Newcastle was like ‘scoring a goal’, says Klopp

    Loris Karius’ save against Newcastle was like ‘scoring a goal’, says Klopp

    Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has hailed goalkeeper Loris Karius for a crucial save against Newcastle United – that was like ‘scoring a goal’ and his performances of late. Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool side were 1-0 up and trying to see out the first half, however some late Newcastle activity ended with Mohamed Diame striking the ball…

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  • Video: Jordan Henderson alongside Whelan, McAteer and Jones on LFC Later

    Video: Jordan Henderson alongside Whelan, McAteer and Jones on LFC Later

    Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson was the special guest on the new episode of LFC Later on LFC TV. The midfielder joined Rob Jones and Jason McAteer in the studio to discuss a range of subjects alongside a former in the Reds team, Ronnie Whelan. Henderson and co chat about the upcoming Premier League clashes with…

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  • It’s time for VAR in the Premier League as Liverpool’s frustrations with poor officials continue

    It’s time for VAR in the Premier League as Liverpool’s frustrations with poor officials continue

    During his post-Tottenham press conference, Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp was visibly upset after criticising the officials after a dramatic finish at Anfield that ended 2-2. The German manager admitted he thought he would be hit with “the biggest fine in world football” for his true thoughts on the Tottenham’s dramatic late equalizer at Anfield. Harry Kane,…

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  • Anderlecht manager delivers Lazar Markovic update

    Anderlecht manager delivers Lazar Markovic update

    Anderlecht manager Hein Vanhaezebrouck has revealed that his new loan signing from Liverpool – Lazar Markovic – is at least five weeks away from playing for the club. The Serbian winger joined the Belgian outfit on a loan deal on deadline day, despite Swansea City having previously come to an agreement with the 23-year-old and…

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