The international break is here, and the mood around Liverpool is tense. Sam, Jermaine, and Paul discuss the very real fear that the "rebuild" is stalling. From tactical decisions that are leaving the team wide open to the looming threat of the Merseyside Derby at Everton's new ground, we ask: Should Liverpool be a more "savage" club when things go south?

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The "doom and gloom" has lifted at Anfield! This week on Inside Liverpool, Sam Ellard, Jermaine Pennant, and Paul Smith break down a dominant performance that finally felt like the Liverpool of old.

Jermaine explains why a small tactical shift changed the game, while the boys dive deep into the PFA Player of the Year race - is Dominik Szoboszlai being overlooked? Plus, we look ahead to the massive Champions League Quarter-Final against PSG.

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After failing to score in Turkey, the boys question Arne Slot’s decision-making and squad rotation. Jermaine rants about the "unacceptable" lack of basics before the panel looks ahead to a massive bounce-back opportunity against Spurs this weekend.

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Following a bleak loss to Wolves, Sam Ellard, Jermaine Pennant, and Paul Smith evaluate the current state of the club. The panel discusses a perceived lack of connection between the manager and the squad, with Pennant noting that the visible chemistry seen in previous seasons appears to be missing on the pitch.The conversation also covers the high stakes of the race for European football, as Smith explains why failing to secure a Champions League spot would be financially "catastrophic" for the club's future.

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Is it time to bench the Egyptian King?

After a "smash and grab" victory over Nottingham Forest, the winning mentality seems to be returning to Anfield - but does the tactical balance still feel off?

Plus, the big debate: with Mo Salah’s clinical edge dropping, is it finally time to unleash "star boy" Rio Ngumoha? Jermaine Pennant explains why the youngster’s direct style is exactly what this Liverpool side is crying out for against West Ham.

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On this week’s Inside Liverpool, Sam Ellard is joined by former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant and former pro boxer Paul Smith to break down a positive week for the Reds... finally! The panel react to the wins against Sunderland in the league, and Brighton in the FA Cup 4th Round. They also talk about star player Szoboszlai, Mo Salah's return to some form, and look ahead to a 'very winnable' next three fixtures.

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On this week’s Inside Liverpool, Sam Ellard is joined by former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant and former pro boxer Paul Smith to break down another frustrating weekend for the Reds. The panel react to the late drama in the 2–1 defeat to Manchester City and discuss whether luck is going against Liverpool. They also look ahead to the next two fixtures, starting with Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday, as Liverpool look to bounce back.

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On this week’s Inside Liverpool, Sam Ellard is joined by former pro boxer Paul Smith and The Athletic’s James Pearce to react to Liverpool’s emphatic 4-1 win over Newcastle. They talk the future of Liverpool - with Ekitike shining as a number 9 and the Jeremy Jacquet signing - and look ahead to a huge fixture against Manchester City at the weekend.

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