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Another week of Premier League football is in the books – how did it affect your Fantasy Premier League team? It was a positive period of fans of teams such as Manchester United, Chelsea and West Ham United – meanwhile, fans of Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace will be spitting feathers.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / January 17

Wirtz Gets 8, Gakpo With 7.5 | Liverpool Players Rated In Lackluster Draw Vs Burnley

Liverpool welcomed Burnley at Anfield earlier today as they looked to secure a win at home in the Premier League. The Reds made a quick start to the game and scored the opening goal in the 42nd minute thanks to Florian Wirtz’s excellent finish.

Burnley News / The42 / January 17

Liverpool left frustrated by Burnley

Florian Wirtz opened the scoring before Marcus Edwards equalised.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 17

Liverpool’s 8/10 creative monster had an even better first half than Florian Wirtz vs Burnley

Lewis Steele showered Milos Kerkez with praise for his first-half performance against Burnley on Saturday. The Hungarian international has enjoyed a marked upturn in form in recent weeks, with a defensively superb outing against Arsenal at the Emirates a landmark display in his Liverpool career.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 17

Liverpool team news v Burnley: Wirtz and Ekitike back in starting XI among 6 changes from Slot

Liverpool go in search of a first Premier League win of 2026 when they welcome Burnley to Anfield on Saturday afternoon. The Reds safely navigated their

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

Liverpool may have ex-teammate of Florian Wirtz to thank for securing blockbuster transfer

Florian Wirtz became Liverpool’s first £100m+ signing last summer, and a former teammate of his may have played a part in that then club-record transfer coming to fruition.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

The Liverpool duo backed to thrive against Burnley this weekend

Liverpool’s attacking direction has been quietly taking shape in recent weeks, even if results have not always reflected dominance. New analysis from BBC Sport Senior Journalist Thomas Woods has singled out two of our attackers as players to trust ahead of Burnley’s visit to Anfield.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

Liverpool staff maintained ‘absolute’ faith in one player despite stinging external criticism

Liverpool staff are understood to have maintained ‘absolute’ faith in one of last year’s signings despite substantial criticism from outside the club.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Extratime Talk / January 13

Liverpool Win vs Barnsley Has Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong Shining Again

The Liverpool win against Barnsley in the FA Cup third round on Monday, January 13, was an emphatic one. The Reds won the match 4-1 to move into the fourth round of the competition.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 9

Gary Neville unimpressed by 'clumsy' challenge on Florian Wirtz which had VAR interested

Gary Neville wasn’t impressed by a ‘clumsy’ challenge on Florian Wirtz which had Liverpool players screaming for a penalty. There were no goals in the

Bayer Leverkusen News / HITC / January 8

Florian Wirtz opens up on what has surprised him most about Mo Salah at Liverpool

Arne Slot is still working out how to get the best out of both Florian Wirtz and Mo Salah when they share the pitch. Liverpool’s season has largely been about blending experience with youth, but it has not always gone smoothly.

Liverpool FC News / HITC / January 6

Curtis Jones points to Liverpool’s most skilful player, and it’s not Salah or Wirtz

Liverpool have plenty of top players on their books, but they might not need to spend big to unearth their next standout talent. The Reds took a bold approach in the summer transfer window, bringing in Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak for hefty fees.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 5

Wirtz sends blunt message after Fulham as Liverpool are left wanting more

Liverpool’s latest Premier League outing offered encouragement and frustration in equal measure, but the post-match words from one of our newest signings may matter most.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 5

Wirtz was offside but VAR still allowed Fulham goal to stand – BBC

Liverpool’s latest Premier League draw has been dissected from every angle, but one moment in particular continues to dominate discussion long after the final whistle.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 4

'Hard to take' – Jones Fulham reaction hints at deeper Liverpool issue

Liverpool’s late collapse at Craven Cottage left us clinging to a result that never quite felt deserved. Curtis Jones did not hide from that reality after the 2-2 draw with Fulham.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The 4th Official / January 4

Bradley Gets 7.5, Wirtz With 7 | Liverpool Players Rated In Lackluster Draw Vs Fulham

Liverpool faced off against Fulham at Craven Cottage earlier today as they hoped to secure a win on the road in the Premier League. The Reds made a slow start to the game and conceded the opener in the 17th minute when Harry Wilson found the back of the net.

Liverpool FC News / NBC Sports / January 4

Watch: Florian Wirtz brings Liverpool back to level terms with Fulham | Premier League

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 1

'Shocking' – Liverpool star singled out for criticism after goalless first half vs Leeds

It’s fair to say it’s proving to be another difficult night for Liverpool summer signing Florian Wirtz against Leeds United. The first half of this evening’s game ended 0-0, with Wirtz once again struggling to make much of a positive impact against the kind of opposition Liverpool fans would really expect to beat quite comfortably.

Crystal Palace News / Essential Football / December 30

Liverpool have truly found game-changing gem who Firmino says is 'top-class', it's not Florian Wirtz

Florian Wirtz finally broke his goal duck in a Liverpool shirt last week when he helped his side to their third consecutive Premier League win. The Reds have endured a rough ride so far this season but finally look to be out of a disastrous run of form.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Total Apex Sports / December 29

Florian Wirtz Changed His Body For The Premier League And Liverpool Are Seeing The Difference

When Liverpool moved decisively to bring Florian Wirtz to Anfield in the summer of 2025, they were buying more than just numbers or highlights. They were investing in one of Europe’s most gifted footballing minds.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 29

‘Words fail you’ – John Aldridge was appalled by one thing he saw from Liverpool on Saturday

John Aldridge was left seething at one thing he witnessed from Liverpool in their 2-1 victory against Wolves on Saturday. Two goals in 90 seconds from

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27

Liverpool player ratings: Florian Wirtz stars with 1st Reds goal in scrappy win vs Wolves

Liverpool were made to work for their 2-1 win over Wolves in Saturday afternoon’s Premier League clash. The Reds have not quite performed at their best in recent games, but results are at least improving, with Arne Slot’s side now on a run of four wins in a row, and unbeaten in their last seven.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 1

Bayern Munich chief makes strong accusation against Arne Slot over Florian Wirtz promise

Liverpool have had a wretched season so far, and their struggles can be summed up by major summer signing Florian Wirtz. The midfielder, brought in for over £100m from Bayer Leverkusen, has failed to hit the ground running at Anfield, although there are suggestions that his woes are down to Arne Slot.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / November 16

5 summer 2025 Premier League transfers who have been way worse than Florian Wirtz

While Liverpool attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz clearly has not lived up to his 100 million pound price tag to this early point in the 2025/26 Premier League season, he’s been far from the worst new transfer in the English top flight.