Archives for: April 2007

Cisse on target again


30th April 2007
Loaned out Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse was on target for Marseille again on Sunday. Will he be at Anfield next season? Well we have some newsThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool Stars and their Cars: Harry Kewell s Cool BMW | Rafa respond… more »

Liverpool v Chelsea - WATCH IT LIVE ONLINE FREE


30th April 2007
If you cant get to the match or watch the match on television in your country, youll be happy to know that Tuesdays match will beThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comRafa: Gerrard Can Win The World Cup | Bookies: If anyone can touch Chelsea, its Liverp… more »

Djimi backing Reds


30th April 2007
Former Red Djimi Traore is backing his former Liverpool team-mates to progress to the final of the Champions League final by turning Chelsea over atThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comThe Zidane Game | Football Teams as Women | Spurs Upset With Rafa more »

Lee appointed Bolton manager


30th April 2007
Former Liverpool player and coach Sammy Lee has replaced Sam Allardyce at Bolton as manager of the club. The highly-rated coach was appointed withoutThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comRafa pledges future to Liverpool | Cisse s Future? | Houlding back… more »

Liverpool v Chelsea - LIVERPOOL TRAIN AT MELWOOD (PHOTOS)


30th April 2007
The lads have been put through their paces at Melwood today and we had a photographer there snapping plenty of photographs for you. MembersThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayAn Unbiased Summary of 2006 (Part One) | Chinlone - Amazing Skills |… more »

Liverpool v Chelsea - PRESS CONFERENCE IN FULL


30th April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez spoke in length today about tomorrows match. We have the full transcript online for you so you can see whatThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayFailing the Tebbit test | Gerrard braced for Anfield offensive | Hicks hop… more »

Liverpool v Chelsea - CHELSEA TRAIN AT ANFIELD (PHOTOS)


30th April 2007
Chelsea are training at Anfield this evening and weve got a photographer there from our agency snapping plenty of photos for you. AlongThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayReina to Honeymoon in Germany - Without his Wife | Hicks hoping to bag ano… more »

Liverpool v Chelsea - LIVE TRAINING PHOTOS


30th April 2007
The lads have been put through their paces today at Melwood today and we had a photographer there snapping plenty of photographs forThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool takeover accepted | Gay Leeds Ref | Anfield to host the FA Carlsberg Su… more »

Anfield: The Stadium


29th April 2007
Have you ever entered an empty stadium? Try it. Stand in the middle of the field and listen. There is nothing less empty than an empty stadium. There is nothing less mute than stands bereft of people. At Wembley, shouts from the ‘66 World Cup whic… more »

Rafas warning for Liverpool stars


29th April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has warned his players that they are playing for their futures when they turn out against Chelsea in the 2nd leg ofThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comWhat s Going on With Daniel Alves? | New stadium plans are exhibited | E… more »

Dunnes buried hundreds of miles apart


28th April 2007
Mourners sobbed today as they sang Youll Never Walk Alone for the father of the tragic Dunne family, who are to be buried hundreds of miles apart.This article is courtesy of Topix.netBellamy s Coming | Hope For Hillsborough - A Message From Anne Williams… more »

Striker to leave Anfield


28th April 2007
Liverpool striker Craig Bellamy will leave Anfield in the summer. As reported on KopTalk recently, Blackburn Rovers have been invited to bid for him.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comSeahawks Allen could purchase soccer team | FOWLER HAILED AS BELLA… more »

Bellamy responds


28th April 2007
Craig Bellamy says his relationship with Rafa Benitez is fine but he hasnt commented on the BBCs claims that state he will leave the clubThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFootball s Most Bizarre Injuries | Alex will miss Liverpool quarter-final clas… more »

Perfect model for a top school effort


28th April 2007
It was Grimsbys answer to The Clothes Show - with a professional male model in tow.This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverpool FC to launch TV channel | We dont care what the redsh*te say - Hmmmm, are you sure? | Transfer News: Bellamy, Kuyt & Al… more »

Portsmouth v Liverpool - CONFIRMED TEAM & AUDIO


28th April 2007
LIVERPOOL: Dudek, Insua, Hyypia, Paletta, Arbeloa, Zenden, Alonso, Sissoko, Gonzalez, Bellamy, Fowler.   SUBS: Padelli, Pennant, Kuyt, ElThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool ready for Barcelona challenge | Kuyt explains how Robben to… more »

Seahawks Allen could purchase soccer team


27th April 2007
Southampton soccer club owner Southampton Leisure Holdings Plc said on Friday it was considering a preliminary takeover approach, boosting its shares by 35 percent.This article is courtesy of Topix.netPoor Tobys Almanac | Liverpool: FA Youth Cup Winners… more »

Liverpool win FA Youth Cup - PHOTOS


26th April 2007
Liverpool retained The FA Youth Cup following a dramatic penalty shootout over rivals Manchester United this evening. Members fullThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFC Barcemoana | Everton Unveils New Kit for 2006/7 Season | You Say You Want A Rafa… more »

ED: Fans can put us through


26th April 2007
So we lost 1-0, big deal. Like theyre going to come to Anfield and take us on. Itll be 90 minutes of all out attack on our part. The RedsThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comBenítez bags one Brazilian but Alves remains elusive | Robbie Savage Unhappy… more »

ED: Get off Bolos case!


26th April 2007
We lost at Chelsea because Rafa selected Bolo Zenden then. Thats basically the opinion that seems to be spouted today, an opinion that I wouldThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comStephen Warnock and Liverpool’s English Contingent | Rafa s Sure Taking… more »

KOPTALK PODCAST: Thursdays episode now online


26th April 2007
WARNING: The KopTalk podcast contains language that you may hear shouted at football stadiums. It is not advisable to download our podcasts ifThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayWhat to do about Robbie | Dublin gangland killing slammed | Robbie… more »

American tycoons complete Liverpool deal


26th April 2007
U.S. tycoons George Gillett - owner of Major League Baseballs Texas Rangers and the National Hockey Leagues Dallas Stars - and Tom Hicks - owner of the NHLs Montreal Canadiens - have agreed to pay $340 ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netChampions Ou… more »

KOPTALK PODCAST: Wednesdays episode now online


25th April 2007
WARNING: The KopTalk podcast contains language that you may hear shouted at football stadiums. It is not advisable to download our podcasts ifThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool survive rustiness and rancour to secure progress | Premiership… more »

NEW: Liverpool FC mp3s to download - FREE


25th April 2007
Weve added some cool mp3 files to the site that you may like to download. Simply follow the link below. You dont have to aThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comHamann Considering Move to Bolton | Houlding back the Years | Maccabi Haifa v Liverpool more »

LIVE: Liverpool squad train at the Bridge


24th April 2007
  Well the Reds were put through their paces this evening by boss Rafa Benitez ahead of tomorrows Champions League fixtureThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comHarry Enfield s Association Football | Gay Leeds Ref | Who s Your Father? more »

LIVE: Latest news and photos from Stamford Bridge


24th April 2007
Weve got a photographer at Stamford Bridge uploading the latest photographs from their training session. Michael Ballack was absentThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFailing the Tebbit test | | Reds holding out Alves hope more »

Starlet hoping to secure Liverpool move


24th April 2007
Liverpool could be lining up a move for Helsingborgs Alexander Kacaniklic following his second trial with the Reds.  Members fullThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comBenitez happy to stay with Liverpool | Daniel Alves: Brazilian wants Liverpo… more »

Rafa responds to Torres transfer speculation


24th April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has been asked if its true that he wants to sign Spanish ace Fernando Torres. Log-in for todaysThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool Signs Young Greek Striker | Phone call sent right message to Gonzalez | Dublin… more »

Petition for a new inquiry into Michael Shields conviction


23rd April 2007
Supporters have been given a chance to petition the Prime Minister for a fresh inquiry into Michael Shields conviction for attempted murder inThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comPre-season Friendly: Wrexham vs. Liverpool | The Entire Premiership Seaso… more »

Striker shows Liverpool loyalty


23rd April 2007
Loaned out Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse says if he is given a chance to return to Anfield he will pull out of talks with Marseille about makingThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comGreen Flag 03.15.07: A Tight Track and a Loose Tire | Chelsea Fans Du… more »

Merk to take charge of Liverpool clash


23rd April 2007
Members full report and opinion -->> Non membersThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comClassic Soccer Videos 5 | Classic Soccer Videos 17 | Unbiased Report of 2006 (Part Two) more »

Hicks hoping to bag another European Cup


23rd April 2007
Liverpool FC co-owner Tom Hicks has revealed that hes feeling optimistic ahead of the Reds Champions League tie with Chelsea. Members fullThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFootball s Most Bizarre Injuries | Liverpool s Betting: What the Bookies Rec… more »

Rafa wants new rule introduced


23rd April 2007
Reds boss Rafa Benitez is calling for the introduction of a new rule that would force teams to involve more youngsters on match-days. Members fullThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comGerrard braced for Anfield offensive | Benitez happy to stay at Live… more »

Former Red denies racial slurs


22nd April 2007
Former Liverpool player Milan Baros has hit out at suggestions that hes a racist.  Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMaccabi Haifa vs. Liverpool to be played in The Ukraine | Michael Owen ruled out for several months… more »

ED: Liverpool FC Managers


22nd April 2007
Ive been clearing out my CDs and DVDs this evening and obviously Ive found loads of LFC stuff that Id forgotten about.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comDirk Kuyt, A Legend in Rotterdam | Gay Leeds Ref | Dublin gangland killing slammed more »

Gerrard named in PFA 2007 Premier League Team of the Year


22nd April 2007
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard has been named in the PFA 2007 Premier League Team of the Year. Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comQatar to buy Arsenal stake? | Rafa wants new rule introduced | West Brom v Liverpool Preview more »

Rafa on Jose row


22nd April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has been talking about his relationship with Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho. The duo often clash and the media like toThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comThe Entire Premiership Season: Every Team, Every Game | Anything Nou can… more »

Great journeys begin with little steps


22nd April 2007
It is as recently as both 2003 and 2005 that Liverpool have finished in 5th place in the premiership. It bodes well, then, that, yet again after last season, a Champions League Qualifying place (NOT a Champions League place - ask an evertonian) has been… more »

Striker on target again


21st April 2007
Loaned out Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse came off the bench to score for Marseille today. Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool Stars and their Cars: Harry Kewell s Cool BMW | Craig Bellamy on You Tube | Memory Lane C… more »

Liverpool v Wigan - FREE ONLINE AUDIO - LISTEN NOW


21st April 2007
KOPTALK RADIO is providing free unofficial audio updates of todays match. We are unable to provide live continuous commentary but we canThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comRafa: Gerrard Can Win The World Cup | Classic Soccer Videos 4 | Green Flag 03.1… more »

Liverpool v Wigan - LIVE ONLINE AUDIO (FREE)


20th April 2007
KOPTALK RADIO returns on Saturday for Liverpools Premier League game against Wigan. We will be providing free unofficial updates to bothThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comClassic Soccer Videos 12 - Joga Bonito 7 | FC Barcemoana | Toshack on Rafa more »

Gilletts Villa talks


20th April 2007
Liverpool FC co-owner George Gillett held talks with Aston Villa prior to buying into the Reds. Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool Stars and their Cars: Cisse s Crazy Chrysler | Hicks aiming to keep Benitez and Gerra… more »

Praise for Reds striker


20th April 2007
Djibril Cisse has finally received some praise after helping Marseille reach the Coupe de France final by scoring a goal after coming off theThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool survive rustiness and rancour to secure progress | Liverpool Squ… more »

Liverpool 2-0 Middlesborough


19th April 2007
The wise say that the true fans turn up at the most unlikely of matches, the midweek-nothing-to-play-fors, for example. Well the true fan was quiet last night, and the true fan could not be blamed for that, as the players went through the motions of a d… more »

PODCAST: Thursdays episode now online


19th April 2007
Go to www.koptalk.com/podcast to download Thursdays episode! Loads of LFC news and inside comment and you dont have to be a member toThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayGonzález makes speedy impression | Rafas latest bright idea | Liverpool s Ne… more »

TRANSFER NEWS JUST IN: Tevez update


19th April 2007
TRANSFER NEWS JUST IN: Tevez update Members full report and opinion -->> Non membersThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayTattle Trail | Derek Acorah Should ve Seen It Coming | 2006 FIFA World Cup: Reds on the World Stage more »

Liverpool FC press conference transcript


18th April 2007
A full transcript of the Reds latest press conference is now available. Members full report and opinion -->> Non membersThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comChampions League Seeding | Liverpool FC takeover is complete | Toshack… more »

More than one club approaches Rafa


18th April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has revealed that he has been approached by Real Madrid and at least one other club, in the hope of persuading him toThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comED: On to New York | Rafa Benitez Pre-Season Interview | LiverpoolFC i… more »

ED: Were lucky


18th April 2007
Isnt it nice to think that we have a manager that can reject money and personal gain to continue his job at Anfield? One day Rafa will manageThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comStevie Gerrard s End of Season Awards | The Jens Lehmann Twat of the Week… more »

Reds striker back in contention


18th April 2007
Craig Bellamy misses the match against Middlesbrough this evening but Robbie Fowler has been declared fit now that Aintree is out of the wayThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comNew owners George Gillett (left) and Tom Hicks at Anfield | Rafa May Walk A… more »

PODCAST: Wednesdays episode now online


18th April 2007
Wednesdays episode is now online. Please remember that our podcasts are not politically correct and are not intended for youngsters... apartThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMatch Report – Birmingham v Liverpool | Daniel Alves & The Dotted Line… more »

Celtic, Newcastle and Everton track Liverpool star


18th April 2007
The summer transfer window opens soon and then the real fun will start. Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez will be busy thats for sure. But who willThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comPlayer Profile: Mark Gonzalez | Liverpool Signing Aurelio? I m confused...… more »

Striker comments on Reds future


18th April 2007
Loaned out Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse has been commenting on his transfer situation. Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comGreen Flag 03.15.07: A Tight Track and a Loose Tire | Celtic, Newcastle and Everton track Liverpool s… more »

Real dismiss Benitez claims


18th April 2007
Real Madrid have denied holding "negotiations" with Rafa Benitez that would have seen him leave Anfield or the BernabéuThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comHoulding back the Years | The Zidane Game | Opinion: Craig Bellamy… more »

Defender set to land new Liverpool deal


18th April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is keen to tie down Steve Finnan on a new contract. Members full report and opinion -->> NonThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comBenfleet crash victim identified | Liverpool Signing Aurelio? I m con… more »

Liverpool FC to launch TV channel


17th April 2007
Liverpools channel is expected to hit small screens later this year Liverpool Football Club has confirmed it is planning to launch a TV channel in the UK.This article is courtesy of Topix.netWorld Cup Warm-up Games: Results | Directions to Sheffield Unit… more »

Reds confirm satellite channel plans


17th April 2007
Liverpool FC have confirmed that they are planning to launch a satellite channel. The news that a channel is imminent isnt new but the bigThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMatch Report: Liverpool vs. Chelsea (Pending) | Viewpoint | UEFA s Erel says… more »

Television channel next step for LFC


17th April 2007
LIVERPOOL Football Club is setting up its own television channel to compete against similar offerings from its main rivals.This article is courtesy of Topix.netHarry Kewell: Will He or Won t He? | Match Report: Lincoln City 1, Liverpool 2 | Memory Lane C… more »

Rafa reveals mystery approach


17th April 2007
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez says he wont quit Anfield following an approach from a mystery club.  Members full reportThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comRamon Calliste Impresses Benitez | | Being Mohammad Sissoko more »

Liverpool v Middlesbrough - LATEST


17th April 2007
KopTalk members should now log-in to the site to discuss Wednesdays match and to obtain the latest team news. The match will be shownThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comClassic Soccer Videos 11 - Joga Bonito 5 & 6 | Bellamy to Anfield? |… more »

Liverpool criticised for testimonial style football


16th April 2007
Rafa Benitez has come under attack for allowing his players to play testimonial style football. Members full reportThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comTransfers & Rumours - Editorial | Its Hard Being a Footy Fan | Classic Soccer… more »

Next Podcast


16th April 2007
There will be a new podcast episode available on Tuesday 17th April. This will be added to www.koptalk.com/podcast asThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayPre-season Friendly: Wrexham vs. Liverpool | Liverpool at The World Cup: Carra s Vi… more »

Keep fans in their seats - HFSG


16th April 2007
Phill Hammond, chairman of the Hillsborough Families Support Group, is urging football not to consider re-introducing standing areas atThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comBellamy fears being rated a failure at Liverpool | Daniel Alves to Liverpool? Th… more »

Rookie Reds prepare for Anfield showdown against United


16th April 2007
The Liverpool youngsters are in action against Manchester United in the first leg of the FA Youth Cup final this evening. Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comBellamy s Coming | The Hillsborough Justice Campaign | Charity Golf Da… more »

Tributes paid to father killed in Barrow motorbike smash


16th April 2007
TRAGIC: Friends and family have paid tribute to Anthony Hodgson, of Ashworth Road, Dalton, who was killed in a motorbike accident on Thursday.This article is courtesy of Topix.netYou Wanna Piece of ME? | Racially tinted glass ceiling | Gerrard named in P… more »

Dont sell me boss!


16th April 2007
Dont sell me boss, thats the latest plea coming out of Anfield today as the current squad realises that their on to a goodThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLife expressed as a series of pie-charts | Calliste Going To Scunthorpe | Commissioner Selig… more »

Baby joy for Kuyt


16th April 2007
Dirk Kuyt is celebrating after becoming a father again. Members full report and opinion -->> Non membersThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMatch Report: Newcastle v. Liverpool | Liverpool want Nicolas Anelka? | Who s Your Fath… more »

Gerrard nominated


16th April 2007
Reds skipper Steven Gerrard has been nominted for this years PFA player of the year award. Members full report andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comROBBIE FOWLER!!!!!!!!!! | An Unbiased Summary of 2006 (Part Three) | Liverpool want Nicolas Anelka? more »

Hope For Hillsborough - A Message From Anne Williams


15th April 2007
PRESS RELEASE FROM ANNE WILLIAMS OF HOPE FOR HILLSBOROUGH It has come to my attention that there is alot of confusion over the HJC group andThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool Transfer Shorts | three steps to a Season of Armchair Football:… more »

NEXT MATCH: Liverpool v Middlesbrough


15th April 2007
Liverpool v Middlesbrough Premier League Fixture Wednesday 18th April K.O. 8pm Anfield Former Red Fernando Morientes scored twice in thisThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comKaiserslautern 3 - 2 Liverpool | Traore tipped to move to Fulham | Nothing… more »

Shock £12million bid for striker


15th April 2007
Liverpool fans will wake up today to the news that Manchester United are prepared to pay up to £12million for Reds striker MichaelThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comED: On to New York | Benítez bags one Brazilian but Alves remains elusive… more »

Man City 0 - 0 Liverpool


14th April 2007
some players are either saving themselves for a match 11 days away or the trip to Manchester has dulled one’s spirits so badly, that rhypnol was the half time drink of choice. Alonso’s effort about 20 mins in was the best we could muster. Ar… more »

George was right


14th April 2007
George Sephton - the voice of Anfield (the PA bloke if you dont know!) - once wrote an article for KopTalk saying that one day he could seeThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFailing the Tebbit test | Cissé to Marseilles | Liverpool Tops International… more »

Blast from the past


14th April 2007
Spry Davies proving her game is hall of fame worthy REUNION, Fla. - Laura Davies is at the stage in her career where she knows every victory could be her last one.This article is courtesy of Topix.netDo we have enough Firepower to win the Premiership? |… more »

What a difference 20 years makes - thanks to Peter


04th April 2007
CAST your mind back 20 years. Everton were top of the First Division; Clive Allen was the top goalscorer; Margaret Thatcher was Prime Minister; Boy George was top of the single charts and U2s Joshua Tree was ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverp… more »

Life expressed as a series of pie-charts


03rd April 2007
Craig Robinson has drawn up a page of pie-charts expressing facts about his life to date, such as portion of his life that his father was alive, percentage of countries visited, percentage of life supporting ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverp… more »

In English soccer, the new foreign owners arent always welcome


03rd April 2007
LONDON: At the end of January, David Moores, chairman of Liverpool Football Club, was sitting in the Marriott Hotel in London, wondering whether to sell the team that his family had controlled for the past 50 ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netChari… more »

Liverpool soccer to build new stadium


03rd April 2007
Englands Liverpool Football Club said Monday construction planning for a new stadium will begin in May.This article is courtesy of Topix.netAlves to Liverpool: Almost There | Daniel Alves to Liverpool | You Wanna Piece of ME? more »

Grand vision of Liverpool FCs planned new stadium


02nd April 2007
THE redevelopment of Liverpool Football Clubs new stadium will start in May, it was confirmed today.This article is courtesy of Topix.net10 Players Who Shook the Kop (With Laughter) - Phil Babb | Benitez happy to stay with Liverpool | New stadium plans g… more »

Liverpool agree groundshare with Everton


01st April 2007
Evertons Goodison Park stadium in the distance, seen from the roof tops of Anfield Secret documents detailing an agreement between LiverpoolThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMatch Report: Blackburn 0-1 Liverpool | Liverpool stadium ground to a halt… more »