Archives for: August 2007

Liverpool duo in England squad


31st August 2007
Liverpool duo Peter Crouch and Steven Gerrard have both been named in the 26-man England squad to face Israel and Russia in the crucial Euro 2008This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comThe ongoing season review - August | We Need Another Striker! | Rookie… more »

Gerard, Essien and Zidane - Ronaldinho next?


31st August 2007
Gerard, Essien and Zidane... what a line-up... but its not what youThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comGilletts Villa talks | Tevez "proud" that Chelsea want him | Babel latest more »

Ayesteran will quit Liverpool


31st August 2007
Following on from yesterdays rumours that Pako Ayesteran was about to quit the club, it has now been reported by credible sources thatThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comTarget turns down Liverpool | Benitez: Im going nowhere | Leading UK Soccer Clu… more »

Liverpool 2007 - Part One


30th August 2007
For as long as any Liverpool fan would care to remember, we`ve had stuff going on behind the scenes and off the football pitch that have perhaps been bigger than anything happening on it, perhaps even bigger ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netTorres… more »

Melwood deployment commences


30th August 2007
KopTalk is now deployed at Melwood in preparation of the transfer window closing.On deadline days there are always rumours of certain playersThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comGerrard and Carragher Sign Until 2011 | £12million Bellamy | Ramon C… more »

Ricardo Quaresma - LATEST


30th August 2007
Porto winger Ricardo Quaresma is the subject of fresh interest even though theres only 24 hours left until the transfer windowThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comReds ace demands Rafa talks | Classic Soccer Videos 5 | Coleman confirms interest more »

Finnan confident ahead of Champions League draw


30th August 2007
Liverpool defender Steve Finnan says hes not concerned with who we are matched when the Champions League draw takes placeThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFabio Aurelio Goals on You Tube | Match Preview: Sheffield United vs. Liverpool | Happy Bir… more »

Carragher would beat Agger in a fight says Yossi


30th August 2007
Liverpool midfielder Yossi Benayoun believes Jamie Carragher would be able to star in the no-holds-barred Ultimate Fighting ChampionshipThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFootball: Liverpool to play Everton anthem for murdered boy | Liverpool agree… more »

Unhappy Reina reveals the pain


30th August 2007
Goalkeeper Pepe Reina has dedicated Liverpools win over Toulouse in memory of AntonioThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comClassic Soccer Videos 17 | The Founders of Liverpool Football Club: John Houlding and Honest John McKenna | Statement relating… more »

Liverpools take it or leave it transfer offer


30th August 2007
Liverpool have made a take it or leave it transfer bid just 24 hours before the transfer windowThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comGerrard named in PFA 2007 Premier League Team of the Year | Tributes paid to father killed in Barrow motorbike smash | I… more »

Striker leaves Anfield


30th August 2007
Crystal Palace manager Peter Taylor has signed Liverpool striker Besian Idrizaj on a 12-month loanThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpools new number 9 ready for action | LIVE: Liverpool squad train at the Bridge | 200 say farewell to tragic mum more »

Agent trying to instigate transfer


30th August 2007
The agent that represents Liverpool striker Peter Crouch is allegedly advising his client to leave Anfield before the transfer windowThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool transfer summit imminent | Match Report: WBA 0-2 Liverpool | Kuyt: We mu… more »

Rafa comments on possible deadline activity


30th August 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has been speaking about tomorrows transfer day deadline and what may or may not happen atThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool To Launch TV Channel | I want to be famous, says Liverpool star | Parry confirms Liverpo… more »

The ongoing season review - August


29th August 2007
So, the Mighty (so far) Reds have played their last game of the first month of the season, and August has been better than most Augusts of late. 5 proper competitive games played, yeilding 4 wins (and a draw with Robbing Styles and his team mates). Good… more »

Teen boy arrested for Rhys Jones murder


29th August 2007
DETECTIVES hunting the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones said they had arrested a teenager on suspicion of murder.This article is courtesy of Topix.netReds Respond to Uefa Attack on Fans | Caborn demands answers | Bellamy fears being rated a failure at Li… more »

Boy (15) arrested over Liverpool murder


29th August 2007
Detectives hunting the killer of an 11-year-old Liverpool boy said today they had arrested a teenager on suspicion of murder.This article is courtesy of Topix.netWorld Cup Sick Note | West Brom v Liverpool Preview | Ian Wallace more »

Cricket Star Winners Sukhvir Singh and Dinesh Salunkhe Shines in England


29th August 2007
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, August 29, 2007 -- Sukhvir Singh the winner of Cricket Star series I is actually living his dream as he enjoys his reward at Leicestershire County Cricket Club.This article is courtesy of Topix.netNewspapers Continu… more »

Watch LFC v Derby free via satellite


29th August 2007
Saturdays game against Derby County will be shown unencrypted (free) viaThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.com1 in, 1 out at Juventus? | ED: Parry not directly to blame for ticket fiasco | Gerrard tells Reds to go for Barca jugular more »

Rafa happy with his selection policy


29th August 2007
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez says hes not concerned with any players who get upset at not figuring in everyThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.com£25m four-star hotel is planned for Downpatrick | Cissé to Marseilles | Striker shows Liverpool loyalty more »

Davies fears Liverpool punishment


29th August 2007
Derby County boss Billy Davies says his side must get a grip or face getting a hammering at Anfield at theThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comCarragher turns his back on McClaren | Maccabi Haifa v Liverpool | Rafa will be very busy in the market says… more »

Goldman Sachs pull out at Anfield


29th August 2007
U.S. investment bank Goldman Sachs is no longer working on behalf of George Gillett and Tom Hicks meaning that the duo will have to either extend orThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comAccrington Stanley s John Colman: The BIG Interview | Busch win, Cu… more »

Liverpool FC fans pay tribute to Rhys Jones


29th August 2007
FOOTBALLING rivalry was put aside last night as Liverpool FC fans gave a standing ovation in honour of murdered 11-year-old Everton fan Rhys Jones.This article is courtesy of Topix.netMatch Report – Birmingham v Liverpool | Lawrenson urges Rafa to bid fo… more »

ED: One more sly dig at Houllier


29th August 2007
Last night Liverpool progressed into the Champions League after stuffing Toulouse 4-0 at home. Prior to the match there was a very moving period ofThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comDaniel Alves - LATEST | Win Champions League final tickets | Woodlan… more »

Rhys murder witnesses assured of protection


29th August 2007
OFFICERS hunting the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones yesterday assured frightened witnesses of protection in the quest to bring the culprit to justice.This article is courtesy of Topix.netBenitez: No Kop bust-up with Bellamy | Kuyt explains how Robben t… more »

Best friend: Ill miss Rhys my whole life


28th August 2007
The best friend of Rhys Jones spoke of his shock at the 11-year-olds death today, as police hunting for his killer searched woodland close to the murder scene.This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverpool Football Club in The News | Gillett: Well back M… more »

Police seal off woodland in Rhys Jones murder hunt


28th August 2007
Police search woodland in Rhys Jones murder hunt Police hunting the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones sealed off a section of woodland close to the scene today.This article is courtesy of Topix.netBlast from the past | Accrington Stanley s John Colman: Th… more »

Liverpool pay rivals murdered fan ultimate tribute


28th August 2007
Liverpool Football Club said it would pay the "ultimate tribute" to murdered 11-year-old Rhys Jones, an Everton fan, by playing their arch rivals anthem before their vital Champions League match.This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverpool V West Ham 2… more »

Woodland Searched After Rhys Tip-off


28th August 2007
Police hunting the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones today sealed off a section of woodland close to the murder scene after a tip-off.... Police hunting the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones today sealed off a ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverp… more »

Z Cars to Play at Anfield


28th August 2007
The traditional Everton anthem of Z Cars will be played at Anfield in tribute to murdered youngster Rhys Jones.This article is courtesy of Topix.netToulouse v Liverpool - WATCH IT ONLINE (FREE) | More than 11 Million Watch Liverpool Win The FA Cup | Benf… more »

Rhys Jones, 11, who was shot dead in the car park of the Fir Tree pub in Croxteth, Liverpool.


28th August 2007
Andrew Norfolk of The Times, and David Byers Police hunting for the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones were today searching woodland close to the scene of his murder.This article is courtesy of Topix.net£6million Michael Owen | City want Reds target… more »

Police hunting for Rhys killer seal off woods


28th August 2007
Andrew Norfolk of The Times, and David Byers Police hunting for the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones were today searching woodland close to the scene of his murder.This article is courtesy of Topix.netNew Liverpool Kit | Caborn demands answers | González… more »

Football: Liverpool to play Everton anthem for murdered boy


28th August 2007
LIVERPOOL Football Club were to play the anthem of their city rivals Everton for the first time in tribute to an 11-year-old boy murdered in the British city.This article is courtesy of Topix.netAmerican investors delighted with Rafa dividend | Target fl… more »

Liverpool to pay tribute to rivals fan


28th August 2007
Liverpool Football Club will pay the "ultimate tribute" to murdered 11-year-old Rhys Jones, an Everton fan, by playing their arch rivals anthem before their vital Champions League match.This article is courtesy of Topix.netUEFA s Erel says no bias in dec… more »

Happy Birthday Liverpool


28th August 2007
As the city of Liverpool celebrates its 800th birthday we remember 100 milestone moments in the history of the only football club to carry both its name and iconic symbol.This article is courtesy of Topix.netGonzalez exit imminent - Bolo free to leave to… more »

Anfield to Pay Fitting Tribute to Rhys


28th August 2007
Liverpool Football Club will tonight pay Rhys Jones the ultimate tribute by playing his beloved Everton anthem at Anfield before the clash with Toulouse.This article is courtesy of Topix.netWhere will the money come from? | Crosbies paper chase | New Liv… more »

Liverpool v Toulouse - WATCH IT LIVE ONLINE (FREE)


28th August 2007
Liverpools game against Toulouse will be shown live on the internet this eveningThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comAmerican tycoons complete Liverpool deal | Rafa: All the best Luis | £12million Bellamy more »

Reds secure new deal


28th August 2007
The Swedish-listed and Malta-licensed online betting and gaming operator Unibet has announced that it has signed an agreement with LiverpoolThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comThe definitive guide to the best and worst of 2006 | Dirk Kuyt, A Legend in… more »

ED: R.I.P. Those Who Made Us Happy


28th August 2007
It seems like everyones kicking the bucket of late. It was confirmed today that Antonio Puerta has died following his heart-attack whileThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comReal dismiss Benitez claims | PE Hungers for Food & Beverage | An Unbiased Summ… more »

Reds star attracting interest from Spain


28th August 2007
Liverpool are bracing themselves for a possible transfer approach from Spain in the next 24This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comFlights to Athens - UPDATED WITH OFFICIAL FLIGHT INFO | La Liga ace wants Kop transfer | Torres wont start against Werder Br… more »

Sunlun 0 - The Mighty Reds 2


27th August 2007
One sight that will remain with me for a while is the celebration of our 2nd goal. Torres, Voronin and the Tower of Babel together celebrating a neat move and a nice finish. There were no other Liverpool players that were playing last season there. It w… more »

Liverpool eyeing the Holy Grail


27th August 2007
December 16, 2006 doesnt seem like an important date or milestone - and in football reality it isnt when you consider that the season begins in August and ends in May.This article is courtesy of Topix.netGerrard back in the middle | Plus ca change | Live… more »

Busch win, Cup runner-up has Kahnes team giddy


26th August 2007
Less than three weeks after he announced his partnership with NASCAR team owner Ray Evernham, businessman George Gillett Jr.This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverpool transfer bid rejected | Liverpool: We never had our chance | Barnes: Liverpool cant… more »

Paletta Joins Boca Juniors


26th August 2007
Liverpool Football Club have confirmed the sale of Gabriel Paletta to Argentine side Boca Juniors.This article is courtesy of Topix.netParry: New TV channel for a new era | Classic Soccer Videos 20 | Agent confirms Liverpool bid more »

Birthday celebration stretched across the pond


26th August 2007
Morning Journal-Patti Schaeffer David Peters and his son Adam, 5, of Liverpool, England were among the honored guests as East Liverpool and its visitors celebrated the 800th birthday of the English city ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netUefa brands… more »

A tale of two cities: East Liverpool honors Liverpool, Englands 800th anniversary


26th August 2007
British cars, food, flags and music filled the street Saturday as East Liverpool celebrated with 800-year-old Liverpool, England.This article is courtesy of Topix.netIM a New Player | Liverpool Tops International Club World Rankings | `Royal` Fair a Big… more »

Rafael benitez dead, New manager announced


24th August 2007
It is today emerging that Rafael Benitez, manager of Liverpool, has died in hospital.This article is courtesy of Topix.netDubious midfield link | Crewe v Liverpool - WATCH ONLINE (FREE) | US tycoons Liverpool takeover closer more »

Football: Everton fans vote to leave Goodison Park for Kirkby


24th August 2007
Photograph: Christopher Thomond Soon there will be only one team in Liverpool: Everton fans have voted to back their clubs proposal to move from Goodison Park to a new 55,000-seater stadium in Kirkby which, ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netLiverpo… more »

Liverpool and Everton: A tale of two stadiums


24th August 2007
Football passions run high in Liverpool as the citys two football clubs announce plans to abandon their grounds to move to new stadia... Liverpools Anfield and Evertons Goodison Park are both aging relics of ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netGarcia… more »

Club or Country - to boo or not to boo..


23rd August 2007
A simple thought. All those ‘Engurland’ fans who criticise Jamie Carragher for putting Club before Country, think about this. What does it mean to support a team, where the majority of the supporters celebrate a match with distinguished oppon… more »

Picture of Harlequin Rugby Clun players


23rd August 2007
Harlequins Rugby Club can keep an up-to-date profile of its customer base Harlequins Rugby Club s investment in integrated ticket sales and customer relationship management technology could pave the way for ...This article is courtesy of Topix.netED: Our… more »

Wigan Athletic v Liverpool Ticket News


23rd August 2007
Liverpool Football Club would like to announce the following selling arrangements for our Premiership away clash against Wigan at the JJB Stadium .This article is courtesy of Topix.netReds training camp concludes | Dudek s Future at Anfield in Doubt | Mo… more »

Reds confirm defender loan


22nd August 2007
Liverpool Football Club has today confirmed defender Miki Roque will spend a season on loan at Spanish second division side Xerez CD.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMy Baby Gerrard | West Hams staggering offer for Reds striker | Shepherd: Ill carr… more »

Dear Luis: A Liverpool fan writes...


22nd August 2007
Luis Garcias open letter to Liverpool fans caused quite a reaction amongst supporters when it was published on the clubs official website on Tuesday - so much so, we decided to ask you to write a reply.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLiverpool FC… more »

Garcia Sends Thanks To Reds Fans


21st August 2007
Former Liverpool player Luis Garcia took some time out from his new career at Atletico Madrid to write a letter to liverpoolfc.tv, thanking Reds fans for all the support they gave him during his time at ...This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comThe best… more »

Luis: Thanks.


21st August 2007
Former Liverpool attacking midfielder Luis Garcia has sent an emotional letter to Liverpool supporters via the clubs official site , explaining his decision to leave and thanking the fans for all their support ...This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comDu… more »

a Letter from Luis Garcia


21st August 2007
Having now settled into a new career and a new challenge with Atletico Madrid, Luis Garcia has sent a letter to liverpoolfc.tv to share with Reds fans all over the world.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comPoor Tobys Almanac | Central bank could stymi… more »

Ref Styles hired by Abramovich


21st August 2007
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich hired the services of builders Oakwood Groundworks Ltd - where blundering match ref Rob Styles is on the board ofThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comTravelling to Cardiff for the Community Shield? | Alarm Call for Rick P… more »

200 say farewell to tragic mum


21st August 2007
AROUND 200 friends and family were at the funeral of a Gwent mother and grandmother found fatally injured on a Cwmbran road in July.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comMassive, Monumental Monday Mailbox | Notes: DEIs Siegel focused on Junior, Kelley |… more »

Transfer decision imminent


20th August 2007
Gabriel Heinze will discover within the next 24 hours if he is free to leave Old Trafford forThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comRomans Greek Jealousy Plane to See | Aurelio: "I ll be Fab for Reds and Brazil" | Liverpool to face AC Milan in European C… more »

SITE NEWS: Members and non-members, new KopTalk main site!


20th August 2007
I had a meeting in London today with the project manager who is responsible for overseeing the design of the new KopTalk website. The new site willThis article is courtesy of Koptalk.comLeading UK Soccer Club Aligns With Long Island Junior Soccer League… more »

nervous as a chicken basted in bbq sauce in a tigers cage full of hungry tigers who like chicken


19th August 2007
That’s me right now. It’s not the winning really (well it is) but the fact that I really really couldn’t stand it if they beat us. It’s the boasting by Jose, the gloating by Drogba, the eating bleating of Lampard… The press… more »

Exactly where she wants to be


19th August 2007
Casey Shilts jokes that everyone in her family turns their hobbies into competitions.This article is courtesy of Koptalk.comRafa: Gerrard Can Win The World Cup | Agent drops transfer hint | Liverpool want Nicolas Anelka? more »

New Liverpool FC Stadium website launched


19th August 2007
Check out all the documents and view the actual plans that you havent seen yet. Absolutely everything relating to the construction. Check outThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayGillett wanted Kop seat | NEW: Liverpool FC mp3s to download - FREE… more »

Charles Itandje Speaks to .TV


17th August 2007
French goalkeeper Charles Itandje talks to Liverpoolfc.tv in his first interview since signing from Lens.This article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayLiverpools 800th Birthday Card Design Winners | Thinking of Betting on The Reds for The Title? | 5 Euros more »

Reds named in England squad


17th August 2007
Scott Carson, Steven Gerrard and Peter Crouch have all been named in the England squad for the friendly againstThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayLiverpool FC kicks off season with Smart Tickets | Gilletts Villa talks | New owners George Gil… more »

Carson glad to have secured loan move


17th August 2007
Loaned out Liverpool keeper Scott Carson says he would have wasted the season had he stayed at Anfield and not joinedThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayClassic Soccer Videos 18 | Classic Soccer Videos 10 - Joga Bonito 3 & 4 | West Ham close… more »

Rafa hits out at midfielder


17th August 2007
Report justThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayLiverpool Fans Disappointed At Euro Ticket Allocation | Striker on target again | Dudek s Football Collection Stolen more »

PRESS CONFERENCE: Liverpool v Chelsea


17th August 2007
Full transcript added to the membersThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayPremiership Games: Saturday, August 26th | Being Mohammad Sissoko | Agent claims Liverpool transfer interest more »

Jim taunts Chelsea


17th August 2007
Liverpool midfielder Javier Mascherano has taunted Chelsea by stating that they are the underdogs thisThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayCeltic, Newcastle and Everton track Liverpool star | Liverpool Thrashed in Pre-season Friendly | Late activ… more »

Sky Sports News to broadcast exclusive Tom Hicks interview


17th August 2007
An exclusive interview with Liverpool FC co-chairman Tom Hicks will be shown on Sky Sports News on Sunday fromThis article is courtesy of The Liverpool Way£25m four-star hotel is planned for Downpatrick | Stevie Gerrard s End of Season Awards | Fowler: T… more »

Sebastian Leto: the First Interview


17th August 2007
In his first interview in English football, Sebastian Leto talks to Liverpoolfc.tv about why he chose Merseyside and how it felt to finally don a red shirt.This article is courtesy of The Liverpool WayNew Liverpool FC Stadium website launched | Portsmout… more »

Toulosing the will to live


16th August 2007
There’s nothing more likely to bring out the child in me than a Liverpool match on a workday afternoon. The furtive sneaking from the office, the joy of the illicit pint, it takes me right back to wagging double maths on a Monday morning, although… more »

AUDIO PODCAST: Thursdays Liverpool FC round-up


16th August 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 WayEU to cap price of mobile calls | Target submits transfer request |… more »

Reaching the Benchmark


16th August 2007
Over the past few seasons I’ve always felt Liverpool’s squad was strong, and that maybe all we needed was a player or two with an extra touch of class to drive us forward. However, looking at our teams for the opening two games one of the mos… more »

Liverpool complete signing


16th August 2007
Report justThis article is courtesy of RAWK BlogWerder Bremen v Liverpool - WATCH IT ONLINE (FREE) | ED: Zahavi & The New Anfield | Match Preview: Liverpool vs. Maccabi Haifa more »

Gerrard fracture confirmed


16th August 2007
A scan has revealed that Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard has a hairline toe fracture but it is claimed that he will be available for selection atThis article is courtesy of RAWK BlogPress pick up on KopTalks run-in with Shepherd | Balague: £27m… more »

Carragher turns his back on McClaren


15th August 2007
Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has told Steve McClaren that he is not interested in playing forThis article is courtesy of RAWK BlogCity bid in doubt as ex-Thai PMs assets frozen | a Letter from Luis Garcia | Liverpool win FA Youth Cup - PHOTOS more »

Rafa unhappy with disruption


15th August 2007
Report justThis article is courtesy of RAWK BlogBenitez keen on Etoo team-mate | Watford FC transforms Vicarage Road | Liverpool negotiating two transfers more »

Toulouse v Liverpool - WATCH IT ONLINE (FREE)


15th August 2007
Liverpools game against Toulouse will be shown live on the internet today for free.This article is courtesy of RAWK BlogYossi: Forget Tevez, weve got Torres | Liverpool close in on £20million target | Liverpool Players at the World Cup more »

SKYs are Gray, but we Reds arent blue


13th August 2007
Regardless of one’s love or hatred for all things Murdoch, how refreshing and lovely it was to NOT hear Andy Gray’s moaningdulcet tones on our match yesterday. Nothing to do with the choice of broadcaster but rather the man in charge of the 2… more »

A letter to Rupert, from Nige.


12th August 2007
nb this isn’t by me, rather a writer on RAWK but I feel deserves a wider audience…     No, this letter isnt  a critique of some clueless twerp in the Anfield Road End called Rupert, with his Soccer a.m. ‘Who are Ya ?’ mentality… more »

Aston Villa 1-2 Liverpool


11th August 2007
Not since 2002/03 have we won the first match of the season when we’re away. So three points from today’s start of the long long Tour De PremierShip (seems to be starting earlier and earlier each year) was imperative. And also crucial if we… more »

Let the games begin


05th August 2007
So, that’s pre-season over, we went through our preperations unbeaten, and still managed to avoid winning two trophies (well, one trophy, and some kind of strange porcelain thing that wouldn’t have looked out of place had Hugh Scully been faw… more »