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Liverpool player could face a sanction if deemed guilty of flouting obscure rule on Sunday

One Liverpool player could be facing punishment over his celebrations at Anfield on Sunday if he’s deemed guilty of breaching one of the sport’s more obscure laws.

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Gakpo tells Alexander-Arnold to stay and help Liverpool achieve more success

Liverpool star Cody Gakpo hopes Trent Alexander-Arnold will stay at the club after securing the Premier League title on Sunday. Liverpool beat Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 to secure their 20th League title and equal Manchester United’s record in the English league.

Soccer News / The Kop Times / April 28

Neville admits: Liverpool 'the biggest club in England' as they take back the perch

Gary Neville admits Liverpool are the biggest club in England after securing their 20th title against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. The Reds beat the Spurs 5-1 at home in the Premier League clash after delivering a dominant performance at Anfield.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / April 22

Liverpool a bystander as ‘positive contract talks’ held; Fabrizio Romano confirms negotiations firmly underway

Matheus Cunha looks set to be on the move this summer with Manchester United seemingly in the lead for his signature. Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news in a recent update on X (formerly Twitter), with the Red Devils already discussing personal terms.

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Soccer News / The Kop Times / March 29

Bayern Munich tests Liverpool with surprise €90m offer for star player

Bayern Munich wants Liverpool star Cody Gakpo to bolster its attacking department during the upcoming summer transfer window. The Dutch international has played a pivotal role for the Reds this season, consistently contributing as the first-choice left-winger.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / March 17

Virgil van Dijk showed true class with magnanimous gesture after Liverpool’s Wembley no-show

Virgil van Dijk was ascending the Wembley steps to collect the Carabao Cup trophy just over a year ago, but today he had to watch from afar as Newcastle’s players basked in the limelight instead.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 13

Cody Gakpo recalls feeling of ‘relief’ after one of his first chats with Arne Slot at Liverpool

Cody Gakpo has spoken of the ‘relief’ that he felt after one of his first conversations with Arne Slot last summer. Since replacing Jurgen Klopp in 2024, the Liverpool head coach has made some notable tweaks in terms of formation and players’ roles within the team, with his fellow Dutchman one of those who underwent a positional shift.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / March 13

'Some interest' – Liverpool star reveals truth about transfer interest from rivals

Liverpool star Cody Gakpo has spoken out about previous interest from Manchester United in signing him when he was still at PSV. The Netherlands international shone at PSV before his January 2023 move to Anfield, and he’s continued to establish himself as one of the finest attacking players in Europe.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 10

Arne Slot drops seven-word update on whether Cody Gakpo could feature against PSG

Cody Gakpo missed the first leg of Liverpool’s Champions League round-of-16 tie against Paris Saint-Germain last week, but he’s set to be available for the rematch at Anfield on Tuesday night.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 10

Not just Gakpo; return of injured Liverpool man to training provides big boost

Liverpool are entering the crunch part of the season and with the Premier League looking great, our attention will turn to potential Champions League glory.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 8

Liverpool team news v Southampton: Nunez recalled among 3 changes by Slot, Gakpo misses out

Liverpool play their one and only Premier League game in March this afternoon when they welcome rock-bottom Southampton to Anfield, with the Reds having the opportunity to go 16 points clear of Arsenal with a win.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 7

Arne Slot provides the latest on Cody Gakpo’s injury that saw him miss PSG

Many rival supporters have scoffed at the perceived luck Liverpool have had around injuries this season, though Arne Slot has had to provide another Cody Gakpo update.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / March 5

Liverpool team news v PSG: Just one change from Arne Slot as Cody Gakpo decision made

Liverpool cruised through the new-look league phase of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League, but now the unforgiving business of knockout football begins for the Reds!

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / March 5

Liverpool fans will be delighted with surprise supposed injured name in Paris travelling squad

Liverpool fans are heading to Paris in the hope of establishing a strong position for the second leg, though have been met with some injury news. Fears began spreading about the fitness of Cody Gakpo when pictures and videos of the squad training before our Champions League match, showed that he was missing.

Liverpool FC News / PSG on SI / March 4

Liverpool Star 'a Close Call' to Face PSG in the Champions League Round of 16

Liverpool could be without one of its key forward players for the Champions League Round of 16 first leg against PSG. Head coach Arne Slot has confirmed in his press conference that Cody Gakpo will be 'a close call' regarding his availability for the game.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / March 4

‘That is a blow’ – David Lynch relays fresh Liverpool injury concern ahead of PSG clash

Liverpool appear to have been hit by a fresh injury concern ahead of their Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night. The Reds trained in Kirkby this lunchtime prior to flying out to the French capital later in the afternoon, although one player was conspicuous by his absence from the team session.

Soccer News / The Kop Times / March 3

Match Preview: Paris Saint-Germain vs Liverpool

Liverpool will play Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 at Parc des Princes. The Reds have enjoyed a one-week break after facing a tumultuous fixture while playing several intense games in quick succession.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 27

Slot makes subtle Nunez remark as more constructive criticism is offered from Arne

Darwin Nunez has perhaps been on the end of some of the most serious and public criticism by Arne Slot of any player within the dressing room, with more comments seemingly being made.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 23

‘Big news for Liverpool…’ – Paul Gorst reacts to team news bombshell ahead of Man City clash

The absence of two players in particular from the Manchester City v Liverpool fixture this afternoon is perhaps the standout headline from the team news for either camp.

Liverpool FC News / Extratime Talk / January 29

Cody Gakpo’s Strong Form Is Good News for Liverpool

Cody Gakpo is on a high for Liverpool this season, having scored a brace in the Reds’ 4-1 win over Ipswich Town last Saturday, January 25, in the Premier League.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 26

Cody Gakpo achieves rare Liverpool feat only 12 others have done in our entire history

It was a routine day in the office for Liverpool as we secured another three points and Cody Gakpo was crucial for the win. Scoring the third and fourth goal of a 4-1 win at home over Ipswich Town, the Dutchman also managed to achieve a very rare feat during the game.

Liverpool FC News / The Kop Times / December 28

One game at a time: Gakpo reveals Liverpool are staying humble

Liverpool star Cody Gakpo revealed that taking one game at a time allows the team to stay humble and grounded. The Liverpool left-winger scored a goal and provided an assist against Leicester City, helping the team win the game 3-1.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 9

Summer of Soccer best bets: Euros and Copa march toward their finals

Wednesday's soccer action features England vs. Netherlands in the Euros and Columbia vs. Uruguay in the Copa America. YB's Alyssa Clang knows where the bets are.

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 2

Watch: Malen, Gapko's heroics send Dutch to Euro quarters

Watch: Malen's brace, Gakpo's goal and assist send Dutch to Euro quarters

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 1

Soccer best bets for Tue. 7/2: Brazil's last dance and an Austria-Turkey match centuries in the making

The Euros and the Copa America both wrap up key rounds on Tuesday, July 2. The Euros will close out their Round of 16 while the Copa will close out its group stage. YB's Alyssa Clang knows where the smart bets are hiding.

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