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The True Extent of Liverpool FC's Debt

The two men in the picture above claimed ownership of Liverpool FC back in 2007. Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr arrived in a whirlwind of optimism, their first words uttered to reporters were peppered with big promises, comfort, and security...

Written by Karen Patel about 3 months ago 1,070 reads 15 comments
Liverpool Top and Looking HOT!

Magnificent Liverpool toppled Chelsea today to go to top of the Premier League and three points clear of their rivals...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 550 reads 5 comments
Liverpool FC Can't Keep Riding Their Luck!

Rafa Benitez's Liverpool, once again, came back from the dead in a 3-2 victory against Wigan to secure three points and keep their amazing start to the Premier League going...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 311 reads 20 comments
Why Liverpool FC Should Come With a Health Warning

So far this season, my heart has gone through so much strain thanks to Liverpool FC—and it's only October. The Reds are renowned for their comebacks, but so far this campaign they seem to be coming thick and fast...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 1,453 reads 15 comments
Liverpool FC: It's Still Too Early for Title Talk!

Liverpool recorded yet another victory over Merseyside rivals Everton at the weekend, and the title talk is growing from both Liverpool fans and some pundits. I would like to take a reality check, here...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 761 reads 6 comments
Sheffield United Win Compensation From West Ham, but do they Deserve it?

West Ham have been fined £30 million after a Football Association Arbitration panel ruled in favour of Sheffield United. If you don't know the full story, Sheffield United were relegated from the Premiership in 2007...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 720 reads 14 comments
Ten Matches That Make Liverpool FC: Part Three

In this part of my series I will look back on one of the most historic nights in Liverpool FC's illustrious history. May 30, 1984, European Cup Final AS Roma 1-1 Liverpool (Liverpool win 4-2 ...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 606 reads 0 comments
Ten Reasons Why I Love Liverpool FC

This is a response to Thomas's '10 Reasons Why I Love Manchester United'. I may as well continue the trend. 10. Bill Shankly What a legend...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 645 reads 16 comments
Liverpool Held By Stoke: Manchester United Win Is Obsolete

Well, I commented on a fellow writer's article last week that if Liverpool did not gain maximum points against Stoke at Anfield then the victory against Manchester United will mean nothing. I'm sticking to my guns...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 439 reads 20 comments
Gerrard Wonder Goal Inspires Liverpool Win

Steven Gerrard scored what must be a contender for goal of the season last night, as Liverpool struggled to a 2-1 victory against Marseille in France...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 605 reads 17 comments
Ten Matches that Make Liverpool FC: Part Two

Part two of my "Ten Matches that Make Liverpool FC" series features a memorable, 7-0 thrashing of Tottenham Hotspur in 1978. Sept...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 815 reads 9 comments
The UEFA Champions League is Back!

Today heralds the return of the UEFA Champions League, and with a mouth-watering set of fixtures lined up for match day one it shouldn't disappoint. Top of the bill is Marseille vs. Liverpool at the Stade Velodrome...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 452 reads 4 comments
Ten Matches That Make Liverpool FC: Part One

Liverpool FC is probably most famous for its illustrious history, unrivalled success, great players and great matches...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 1,494 reads 3 comments
Magnificent Liverpool FC Show Why They Should Never Be Written Off

Liverpool finally ended their jinx today against Manchester United...and a victory over their bitter rivals has never been more deserved...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 1,608 reads 8 comments
Blackburn Snap Up Robbie Fowler

Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler has secured a short-term deal with Blackburn Rovers. Manager Paul Ince gave the 33-year-old a trial this summer, and decided to offer him a "pay-as-you-play" deal after being impressed by his efforts...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 133 reads 0 comments
Liverpool Fans to March in Protest Against Owners

Today Liverpool fans are to march in protest against owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett, ahead of the match against Manchester United today...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 84 reads 0 comments
Liverpool are the Underdogs Again—Just How We Like it!

This Saturday's clash between Liverpool and Manchester United is the most eagerly anticipated game of the season so far; you only have to look at the amount of articles written on Bleacher Report to see how much excitement surrounds it...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 323 reads 0 comments
Is Money Ruining Our Beautiful Game of Football?

This is the question posed at the first ever English Premier League Open Mic and my answer is simple: yes. I have been a staunch football follower for about 11 years, and in that short space of time, the game has changed massively, due to money...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 790 reads 5 comments
Are UEFA's New "Home Player" Regulations Good or Bad For the Game?

Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia expressed his disappointment yesterday at being left out of the club's 25-man squad for the upcoming Champions League group phase...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 654 reads 13 comments
Rafa Benitez Gets Albert Riera...But Fans Still Not Happy?

Yesterday Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez got the man he wanted...Espanyol winger Albert Riera. So far this season pundits and fans have been only too eager to point out Liverpool's lack of width, ...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 504 reads 18 comments
Manchester Madness on Deadline Day

Like about 50 percent of Britain's population, I was glued to Sky Sports News all day and night yesterday, and witnessed probably the most enthralling transfer window ever, with news breaking every five minutes and twists and turns galore...

Written by Karen Patel about about 1 year ago 143 reads 4 comments

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Karen Patel Article Archive

The True Extent of Liverpool FC's Debt

Liverpool Top and Looking HOT!

Liverpool FC Can't Keep Riding Their Luck!

Why Liverpool FC Should Come With a Health Warning

Liverpool FC: It's Still Too Early for Title Talk!

Sheffield United Win Compensation From West Ham, but do they Deserve it?

Ten Matches That Make Liverpool FC: Part Three

Ten Reasons Why I Love Liverpool FC

Liverpool Held By Stoke: Manchester United Win Is Obsolete

Gerrard Wonder Goal Inspires Liverpool Win

Ten Matches that Make Liverpool FC: Part Two

The UEFA Champions League is Back!

Ten Matches That Make Liverpool FC: Part One

Magnificent Liverpool FC Show Why They Should Never Be Written Off

Blackburn Snap Up Robbie Fowler

Liverpool Fans to March in Protest Against Owners

Liverpool are the Underdogs Again—Just How We Like it!

Is Money Ruining Our Beautiful Game of Football?

Are UEFA's New "Home Player" Regulations Good or Bad For the Game?

Rafa Benitez Gets Albert Riera...But Fans Still Not Happy?

Manchester Madness on Deadline Day

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