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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Host: Sam Ellard

Guests: Jermaine Pennant & Paul Smith

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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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Sam Ellard is joined by Jermaine Pennant and Ryan Bromilow on the latest episode of Inside Liverpool, discussing Isak’s move to Anfield, the Arsenal game, and THAT Dominik Szoboszlai free kick!

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Sam Ellard is joined by Jermaine Pennant and Alex Gildea-Trott on Inside Liverpool to discuss all the latest bombshell transfer news. They also take a look at the Community Shield loss and say thank you to Darwin Núñez as he leaves for Al-Hilal.

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Sam Ellard is joined by Jermaine Pennant and Tony Evans on the latest episode of Inside Liverpool to discuss all the latest transfer rumours. They also take a look at pre-season and say thank you to Luis Díaz as he leaves for Bayern Munich.

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