Phil Thompson
Scott Minto becomes latest pundit to leave Sky Sports
Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson were let go by the broadcaster on Wednesday.
Aug 27, 13:02
Matt Le Tissier reacts to surprise Sky Sports axe
Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas are also leaving their roles ahead of the 2020-21 season.
Aug 26, 20:17
Preview: Liverpool vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League showdown between champions Liverpool and Champions League-chasing Chelsea, including predictions and team news.
Jul 20, 15:51
On This Day: Bryan Robson scores against France after 27 seconds
The midfielder scored one of the fastest goals in World Cup history in what would evolve into an impressive 3-1 win over Group 4 rivals France.
Jun 16, 07:20
Liverpool's greatest XI of all time using different nationalities
Sports Mole selects Liverpool's greatest-ever XI with a difference - only one player is allowed from each country.
Apr 26, 17:14
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Alfredo Morelos, James Maddison, Jude Bellingham
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 26, 07:57
Phil Thompson: 'Timo Werner would challenge Liverpool front three'
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson is confident that Timo Werner would challenge the established front three of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.
Apr 25, 13:13
Liverpool's greatest ever players by number
Sports Mole takes an alternative look at Liverpool's best ever players, listing them by number from Steven Gerrard and Kenny Dalglish to Lazar Markovic and Mario Balotelli.
Apr 19, 16:37
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Andre Onana, Ousmane Dembele, Kylian Mbappe
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 14, 07:57
Phil Thompson urges Liverpool to re-sign "genius" Philippe Coutinho
Former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson urges the Reds to re-sign Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho, who left Anfield for Camp Nou in 2018.
Apr 13, 20:46
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Harry Kane, Timo Werner
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Mar 17, 06:57
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool require player like Philippe Coutinho'
Club legend Phil Thompson feels that Liverpool should attempt to sign a player in the mould of former star man Philippe Coutinho.
Mar 16, 15:59
Phil Thompson doubts April return for Premier League
Former Liverpool player Phil Thompson fears that the Premier League will not be able to resume by April amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Mar 14, 20:24
Phil Thompson pays tribute to "iconic" Tommy Smith
The Reds defender has died aged 74.
Apr 12, 20:44
Preview: Chelsea vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the Premier League clash between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 27, 11:38
Phil Thompson urges Liverpool to sign Harry Maguire
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson urges the club to sign Harry Maguire, but admits that the Leicester City defender could set them back more than £50m.
Jul 9, 10:19
Jordan Henderson out to 'create history' against Real Madrid
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson hopes to join an elite list of players to have skippered the Reds to European Cup glory when his side take on Real Madrid this weekend.
May 25, 18:45
Jordan Henderson: 'Liverpool underdogs in Champions League final'
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson admits that his side will be the underdogs against two-time defending champions Real Madrid in the Champions League final.
May 20, 14:12
Jordan Henderson: 'I thrive off Liverpool captaincy'
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson says that he "thrives" off the responsibility of being the club's skipper.
May 20, 14:02
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool must score versus Manchester City'
Liverpool legend Phil Thompson says that his former club must score against Manchester City in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie.
Apr 9, 18:39
Phil Thompson: 'Mohamed Salah will be surprised by his Liverpool form'
Liverpool legend Phil Thompson says that Mohamed Salah will be surprised by his own excellent form during his first campaign at Anfield.
Mar 21, 18:26
Phil Thompson questions Philippe Coutinho timing
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson questions the timing of Philippe Coutinho's £142m move to Barcelona due to his inability to play in the Champions League.
Jan 6, 22:58
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool must learn from collapse at Bournemouth last season'
Former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson hopes that the Reds have learned from last year's mistakes when they return to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Sunday.
Dec 14, 21:13
Phil Thompson: 'Cristiano Ronaldo move would have unsettled Liverpool dressing room'
Former Liverpool assistant manager Phil Thompson believes that a move for Cristiano Ronaldo would have caused "anarchy" in the Reds dressing room.
Oct 15, 18:23
Phil Thompson backs Liverpool win and clean sheet against Manchester United
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson backs Jurgen Klopp's side to beat Manchester United at Anfield on Saturday and keep a clean sheet in the process.
Oct 12, 16:00
Phil Thompson: 'Loris Karius should have done better'
Sky Sports pundit Phil Thompson says that Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius should have done more to save Fernando's free kick in the Reds' 1-1 draw with Spartak Moscow.
Sep 27, 13:12
Phil Thompson: 'Jurgen Klopp should not be under pressure'
Jurgen Klopp should not be under pressure at Liverpool as he is in the process of building the side, according to former Reds defender Phil Thompson.
Sep 23, 09:44
Phil Thompson criticises Liverpool following Manchester City loss
Liverpool legend Phil Thompson criticises his former side following their defeat against Manchester City.
Sep 13, 14:28
Phil Thompson: 'Philippe Coutinho will be welcomed back'
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson is confident that Philippe Coutinho will be welcomed back by the club's players and fans despite his efforts to leave this summer.
Sep 7, 21:16
Phil Thompson: 'Champions League key to Philippe Coutinho future'
Former Liverpool centre-back Phil Thompson says that the club's two-legged Champions League playoff with Hoffenheim will play a key role in Philippe Coutinho's future.
Aug 15, 17:21
Phil Thompson: 'Jose Mourinho at risk of losing dressing room'
Phil Thompson believes that there are already parallels between Jose Mourinho's latter days at Chelsea and his short stint with Manchester United.
Apr 9, 11:44
Jeff Stelling clarifies 'misunderstood' retirement comments
Jeff Stelling will continue presenting Sky's Gillette Soccer Saturday coverage for the foreseeable future after making clear that he has no current plans to retire.
Mar 26, 15:09
Phil Thompson urges Steven Gerrard not to rush into management
Phil Thompson urges Steven Gerrard not to rush into management following his retirement.
Nov 24, 16:29
Phil Thompson: 'Six teams can win Premier League title'
Phil Thompson claims that his former club Liverpool are one of six teams capable of winning the Premier League title this season.
Oct 28, 18:42
Phil Thompson wants Gareth Southgate as England boss
Gareth Southgate should put his name forward to become England's new manager on a long-term basis, claims former Liverpool centre-back Phil Thompson.
Oct 5, 18:00
Phil Thompson lays into "appalling" Arsenal
Arsenal were "absolutely appalling" in the second half of their 2-1 defeat to Swansea City in the Premier League, claims former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson.
Mar 3, 15:25
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool should move for Stoke City's Ryan Shawcross'
Phil Thompson urges Liverpool to sign Stoke City captain Ryan Shawcross in order to solve their defensive crisis.
Jan 26, 14:32
On this day: Aston Villa hammer champions elect Liverpool
Thirty-nine years ago today, Aston Villa scored five first-half goals as they hammered league leaders Liverpool at Villa Park.
Dec 15, 06:00
On this day: Liverpool hammer Kevin Keegan's Hamburg
Thirty-eight years ago today, Terry McDermott scored a hat-trick as Liverpool beat a Hamburg side that contained Kevin Keegan 6-0 at Anfield.
Dec 6, 06:00
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool in Premier League title contention'
Phil Thompson believes that Liverpool have put themselves in a strong position to challenge for the Premier League title in the second half of the season.
Dec 3, 17:29
