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Andoni Iraola

Andoni Iraola — Liverpool manager addressing squad depth concerns ahead of the 2026–27 Premier League season.

2026-05-032026-10-28
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  1. October 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … His strike gave Liverpool breathing space against a Brighton team that had 64% possession and actually ended the game with a higher xG than Andoni Iraola’s side. …

    Isak finally living up to price tag as Liverpool patience rewarded

  3. Joy Online

    … Liverpool saw out Andoni Iraola’s first league win at Anfield as Reds boss – to follow two home Champions League victories and one in the Carabao Cup since he replaced the sacked Arne Slot in the summer. …

    Isak scores again as Liverpool beat Brighton

  4. Joy Online

    On the eve of Liverpool’s meeting with LASK, manager Andoni Iraola was repeatedly asked about the fortunes of Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola. …

    On night of mayhem for Liverpool, Barcola arrives in style

  5. Joy Online

    … The previous occasion came under Rose’s predecessor Andoni Iraola, who went nine games without a win before becoming arguably the most successful manager in the club’s modern history. …

    Henderson scores twice as Chelsea thumb Bournemouth
  6. September 2026

  7. Joy Online

    … a role for which we believe he is the ideal candidate given his extensive experience of the football industry in general and Liverpool Football Club in particular. “The knowledge and expertise he brings will only enhance our football operations, while also ensuring Andoni Iraola …

    Ward appointed Liverpool’s sporting director

  8. Joy Online

    … They were far from perfect on Andoni Iraola’s Cherries return but were solid defensively. …

    Impressive defence behind Iraola’s solid Liverpool start

  9. Joy Online

    … A European victory to cherish secured, Bournemouth can now look ahead to a reunion with the man who got them here as they prepare for the visit of Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool on Sunday.

    Bournemouth on to win at Sociedad on European bow

  10. Joy Online

    … But goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai helped Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool progress to the fourth round at Spurs’ expense. …

    Szoboszlai stunner helps Liverpool knock out Spurs

  11. The Ghanaian Times

    … Becker had earlier been booked for arguing with the referee, after the fourth official did not have the electronic board ready for ⁠Andoni Iraola’s triple substitution when the match was level at 1-1 after about 70 minutes. …

    Becker fined for kicking sub. board after Forest draw

  12. Joy Online

    … Dominik Szoboszlai levelled for Liverpool after Marcos Llorente had initially given Atletico the lead before Mac Allister fired in from outside the box to give Andoni Iraola his first win at home for Liverpool and his first Champions League victory as manager. …

    Mac Allister scores winner as Liverpool beat Athletico Madrid
Sport

Isak delivers goals as Liverpool's record signing justifies expectations

The News

Sweden striker Alexander Isak, who joined Liverpool for a British record £125m from Newcastle in August 2025, is finally performing as expected after a difficult first season marked by injury. This season Isak has scored six goals in the Premier League, including a decisive strike in Liverpool's 2-0 win over Brighton, and ranks second only to Erling Haaland in top-flight scoring.

25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 25 October

  1. Isak delivers goals as Liverpool's record signing justifies expectations

    Sweden striker Alexander Isak, who joined Liverpool for a British record £125m from Newcastle in August 2025, is finally performing as expected after a difficult first season marked by injury. This season Isak has scored six goals in the Premier League, including a decisive strike in Liverpool's 2-0 win over Brighton, and ranks second only to Erling Haaland in top-flight scoring.

    25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Liverpool beat Brighton with own goal and Isak strike

    Liverpool recorded their first home Premier League win of the season with an impressive performance against Brighton, securing a 2-0 victory through an own goal from Pascal Gross in the 17th minute and Alexander Isak's sixth goal of the season shortly after.

    25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Barcola hat-trick lifts Liverpool to 6-3 win over LASK

    Bradley Barcola scored his first hat-trick to help Liverpool defeat LASK 6-3 in Austria, with two finishes using either foot and a tap-in. The win came after Liverpool's 3-0 loss to Manchester City.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 10 October

  1. Henderson scores twice as Chelsea defeats Bournemouth

    Jordan Henderson scored his first two Chelsea goals to help the club to a dominant victory over Bournemouth, with Joao Pedro and Morgan Rogers also scoring. Bournemouth remain winless in the Premier League under new manager Marco Rose.

    10 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 26 September

  1. Liverpool appoints Julian Ward as sporting director

    Liverpool have appointed 45-year-old Julian Ward as sporting director, a position he previously held during the 2022-23 season. Ward replaces Richard Hughes, who held the role for just over two years before leaving in September.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 20 September

  1. Liverpool's defensive solidity impresses in Bournemouth win

    Liverpool defeated Bournemouth with their defence as a key strength, keeping three consecutive Premier League clean sheets for the first time since September 2024. Manager Iraola credited the improving cohesion of the defensive line, particularly highlighting the emergence of Jacquet alongside Van Dijk, Araujo, and Kerkez.

    20 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Bournemouth wins historic first European match at Sociedad

    Bournemouth claimed a famous win at Real Sociedad in their first European match, with goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan securing a 2–1 victory in their Europa League campaign opener.

    17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Liverpool beats Tottenham in Carabao Cup with second-string team

    Tottenham were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Liverpool, with goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai helping Liverpool progress to the fourth round. Spurs managed their first goal against Premier League opposition this season, though they fell short in the cup tie.

    15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

  1. Liverpool goalkeeper Becker fined for kicking substitution board

    Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker was fined £8,000 by the FA after kicking an electronic substitution board following a 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. The incident occurred after the fourth official did not have the board ready for Forest manager Andoni Iraola's triple substitution.

    11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Mac Allister scores as Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid in Champions League

    Alexis Mac Allister scored a left-footed winner as Liverpool began their Champions League campaign with a 2–1 home victory over Atletico Madrid, with Dominik Szoboszlai having earlier equalized after Marcos Llorente's opening goal.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Mac Allister says Liverpool has not offered contract renewal

    Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister says he is "very sad" not to have been offered a new deal by the club, though he has not had direct contact with Liverpool over the decision. Mac Allister, who joined Liverpool in June 2023, said he will continue to give his best while remaining at the club.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott joins Valencia on loan

    Harvey Elliott, a 23-year-old Liverpool midfielder, has joined La Liga side Valencia on loan for the remainder of the season with no option or obligation to buy. This marks the second consecutive season Elliott has been loaned out by Liverpool, following a stint at Aston Villa last year.

    2 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott joins Valencia on season loan

    Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott has joined La Liga side Valencia on loan until the end of the season, with no option or obligation for a permanent transfer. This is Elliott's second consecutive season on loan after spending the previous campaign at Aston Villa.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Liverpool signs France winger Bradley Barcola for £123 million

    Liverpool completed the signing of France international Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for an initial £106m plus £17m in performance-related add-ons, on a five-year contract. The 23-year-old winger becomes Liverpool's fifth summer signing.

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Liverpool signs French forward Barcola from PSG for £123m

    Liverpool have completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth up to £123m, with an initial payment of £106m plus £17m in potential add-ons. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract and becomes the fifth new arrival at Anfield this summer.

    1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Liverpool complete £123m signing of PSG forward Barcola

    Liverpool have signed France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for up to £123m (initial £106m plus £17m in add-ons), with the 23-year-old signing a five-year contract as the club's fifth summer arrival. Barcola scored 13 goals and provided seven assists in 49 games for PSG last season.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 31 August

  1. Liverpool signs Barcola from PSG for £123m

    Liverpool have completed the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth up to £123m, comprising an initial £106m plus £17m in potential add-ons. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract and becomes the fifth new arrival at Anfield this summer.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Premier League chief criticises FIFA plan, calls self-inflicted wound

    Premier League chief Richard Masters has criticised FIFA president Gianni Infantino's now-abandoned plan to create a company managing World Cup commercial and ticketing rights with 21% sold to private investors, calling it a "self-inflicted wound." Masters backed the FA's withdrawal of support for Infantino and called for a new unity candidate for FIFA president.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 9 August

  1. Iraola says Liverpool lack depth to sustain required performance level

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola admitted after a 2–2 draw against Monaco that the squad cannot maintain the intensity he demands throughout matches, particularly after substitutions, and that they have work to do before the Premier League season begins.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

  1. Liverpool loses 4-2 to Leeds in pre-season friendly

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola saw his side produce a strong first-half performance but concede four goals without reply in the second half during a 4-2 loss to Leeds in Chicago, exposing defensive weaknesses and set-piece vulnerabilities.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Liverpool prepares opening bid for PSG's Barcola

    Liverpool are preparing an opening bid for Paris St-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, 23, valued by PSG at around £145m, as they seek to replace Mohamed Salah. Barcola is understood to be keen on joining Liverpool after falling down the pecking order at PSG.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 26 July

  1. Chiesa focuses on Liverpool despite limited playing time

    Federico Chiesa says he is "only thinking about Liverpool" after scoring in a friendly under new manager Andoni Iraola, though the Italian forward has started just one Premier League game in two seasons and previously stated he would look elsewhere if he couldn't find consistency in the league.

    26 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Liverpool boss wants Mac Allister, Alisson to stay

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed his desire to retain midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson amid speculation about their futures. Mac Allister has two years remaining on his contract and has not begun new deal talks, while Alisson has one year left and has been linked with Juventus.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Liverpool manager Iraola seeks more signings for 2026-27 season

    New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said the club needs to sign more players beyond the two already acquired, with the club working to complete transfers before the 2026-27 season. Iraola also highlighted the challenge of managing the side's campaign without key players including Mo Salah and those with long-term injuries.

    14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 29 June

  1. Diomande prefers PSG over Liverpool as clubs negotiate deal

    Liverpool's £69m plus add-ons bid for 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande was rejected this month; Diomande would prefer to join PSG, while RB Leipzig seek about £129m and are willing to offer him an improved contract to retain him for another season.

    29 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 19 June

  1. Thomas-Asante's Coventry face Arsenal in Premier League opener

    Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal on Friday, 21 August in the opening match of the 2026-27 Premier League season, marking the Sky Blues' first top-flight match in 25 years.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Liverpool sign Munoz, bid £86m for Diomande

    Liverpool have signed Spain winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna for €40m (£34.5m) and offered RB Leipzig a package worth approximately 100m euros (£86m) for Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, though Leipzig want more and prefer not to sell the 19-year-old during the transfer window.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Liverpool trigger Munoz's release clause in £34.6m deal

    Liverpool are set to sign 22-year-old winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna after triggering his £34.6m release clause, with the club conducting his medical in the United States. Munoz will be Liverpool's first signing since Andoni Iraola became head coach.

    17 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Crystal Palace in talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage

    Crystal Palace have held initial talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage about becoming their new head coach, after BBC Sport revealed he was a leading candidate to replace Oliver Glasner. Palace have contacted Lens to discuss a financial package to release Sage from his contract with the Ligue 1 side.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. Liverpool appoint Iraola as head coach on two-year deal

    Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year contract following Arne Slot's departure. The former Bournemouth manager, 43, takes over after the Reds finished the Premier League season with 60 points and qualified for next season's Champions League.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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