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Andoni Iraola

Liverpool manager who moved to the club from Bournemouth, leading a five-game winning run despite early-season injuries.

2026-05-022026-11-04

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Virgil van Dijk said Liverpool "need to show a reaction" from a bitterly disappointing season that cost Arne Slot his job as manager, but called for patience with new boss Andoni Iraola. …

    Liverpool must improve on 'unacceptable' season, says Van Dijk
  3. Citizen Digital

    Liverpool, Man City face questions in new era without Salah, Guardiola By Jacob Icia August 23, 2026 04:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Liverpool's Spanish head coach Andoni Iraola (C) and players applau …

    Liverpool, Man City face questions in new era without Salah, Guardiola
  4. Citizen Digital

    Iraola wants to sign wingers to boost Liverpool's attacking options By AFP August 22, 2026 07:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Liverpool's Spanish head coach Andoni Iraola applauds the supporters at the e …

    Iraola wants to sign wingers to boost Liverpool's attacking options
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Liverpool's new manager Andoni Iraola will take charge of his first game in Sunday's trip to Newcastle, starting a new era without Egypt forward Salah after his move to Turkish club Trabzonspor. …

    Premier League returns with Arsenal eyeing title dynasty
  6. Citizen Digital

    … Liverpool's new manager Andoni Iraola will take charge of his first game in Sunday's trip to Newcastle. …

    Champions Arsenal embrace being 'hunted' as Premier League returns
  7. Citizen Digital

    … "We have to show how much we care, how much we want to fight for this badge and also realise how privileged we are to be playing for Liverpool." Former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has been hired to restore the high intensity football which disappeared under Slot. …

    Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for 'unacceptable' season
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Enzo Maresca has replaced Guardiola at City, while former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola succeeds the sacked Arne Slot at Liverpool and Xabi Alonso takes charge of under-achieving Chelsea. …

    Arsenal can become world's best club: Arteta
  9. Citizen Digital

    … With several weeks until the Premier League transfer window closes, the new investment could be a boost to Reds boss Andoni Iraola as he looks to strengthen his squad for the new season. …

    Bezos consortium bought nearly 40 percent of Liverpool: report
  10. The Standard

    … With several weeks until the Premier League transfer window closes, the new investment could be a boost to Reds boss Andoni Iraola as he looks to strengthen his squad for the new season. …

    Reports reveal Jeff Bezos consortium bought nearly 40 per cent of Liverpool
  11. Citizen Digital

    … Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra Audio By Vocalize Nine Premier League clubs will have new managers when the season kicks off on Friday, but few will feel the heat quite like Enzo Maresca, Andoni Iraola and Xabi Alonso. …

    Premier League's new bosses brace for battle

Monday 2 November

  1. Liverpool boss laments lack of reward for honesty after penalty denial

    Andoni Iraola said it is "a shame" there is no reward for honesty after Liverpool were controversially denied a penalty in a 1-0 loss to Arsenal on Sunday, and acknowledged telling his players they must go down to the ground when fouled to get decisions from referees.

    2 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 31 October

  1. Bournemouth manager patient with Kroupi's injury return schedule

    Bournemouth manager Marco Rose is taking a cautious approach to Junior Kroupi's return from a foot injury, easing the 20-year-old French forward back into action despite his quality. Kroupi returned in a 3-0 win over Manchester United and played in Wednesday's League Cup match against Aston Villa.

    31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 30 October

  1. Liverpool manager Iraola cautious despite fans' title hopes

    Liverpool's Spanish head coach Andoni Iraola is pleased with his side's five-game winning run and understands fan optimism ahead of Sunday's home match against Arsenal, but cautions it is early in the season and the focus must remain on taking matches one at a time.

    30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Liverpool captain Van Dijk praises restored Anfield energy

    Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says recent home wins over Villarreal, Brighton, and Chelsea have restored belief among the Anfield faithful following last season's poor title defence, with the team heading into a match against Arsenal in confident mood under new boss Andoni Iraola.

    30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 28 October

  1. Liverpool's Isak rediscovering form with six goals in seven games

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said striker Alexander Isak "feels the trust of everyone" after scoring six times in seven Premier League games this season, including three goals in his past three matches, following a difficult debut campaign since his £125 million move from Newcastle.

    28 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 25 October

  1. Isak shines as Liverpool beat Brighton in Iraola's first Anfield win

    Alexander Isak scored as Liverpool defeated Brighton 2-0, with an own goal by Pascal Gross adding to the second-half tally. The victory marked Andoni Iraola's first Premier League win at Anfield since arriving from Bournemouth, and extended Isak's recent form with six goals in seven league games this season.

    25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 23 October

  1. Liverpool boss Iraola refuses to ease intensity despite injuries

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said Friday he will not ease off his high-intensity demands despite injuries to several players including Szoboszlai, Frimpong, and Munoz. Iraola stated his high-energy style cannot be played at less than full intensity, even as Liverpool prepare for Brighton's visit on Sunday.

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. Liverpool captain praises teenage winger Ngumoha after Champions League win

    Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said there was "much more to come" from 18-year-old winger Rio Ngumoha after the teenager's assists and performance helped Liverpool stage a dramatic 4-3 comeback win over Villarreal in the Champions League, overcoming a 2-0 deficit.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Liverpool beat Villarreal 4-3 in UEFA Champions League thriller

    Liverpool came back from 2-0 down to defeat Villarreal 4-3 at Anfield, maintaining a perfect start to their Champions League campaign. The win moved Liverpool alongside Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the table with nine points from three games.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 19 October

  1. Araujo says premature to discuss permanent Liverpool deal

    Ronald Araujo says it is "very early" to discuss making his Liverpool loan spell permanent, despite an impressive start at Anfield. Liverpool hold a £47 million option to buy the former Barcelona captain, who has made 10 appearances for the club.

    19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Liverpool's Iraola calls upcoming Villarreal clash 'special'

    Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola says facing Villarreal, managed by longtime friend Inigo Perez, will be a "special" Champions League experience. The two Spaniards have known each other since their Athletic Bilbao academy days and worked together when Iraola managed Rayo Vallecano.

    19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 18 October

  1. Isak scores as Liverpool beat nine-man Brentford 2-1

    Alexander Isak scored the winner as Liverpool defeated Brentford 2-1 on Saturday, with the hosts reduced to nine men after two red cards. Isak said the team still has "lots to improve" despite taking the points.

    18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 15 October

  1. Barcola adapts to Liverpool after hat-trick, Iraola says

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said French midfielder Bradley Barcola must adjust to the scrutiny attached to his large transfer fee after scoring a hat-trick in a 6-3 Champions League win against LASK, describing football's cycle of highs and lows that comes with the sport.

    15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Liverpool's Barcola scores hat-trick in Champions League win

    Bradley Barcola scored a hat-trick as Liverpool defeated LASK 6-3 in the Champions League on Wednesday, marking his first goals for the club since his £123 million move from Paris Saint-Germain in August. Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola believes the performance signals the start of a dominant spell for the France forward.

    15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Bournemouth boss Rose targets reaction after Chelsea defeat

    Bournemouth manager Marco Rose hopes a 5-1 loss at Chelsea will motivate his players ahead of the club's first home European fixture against Sturm Graz on Thursday, with the team currently 18th in the Premier League without a win from their opening six games.

    14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Liverpool boss backs Wirtz and Barcola despite poor starts

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed confidence in big-money signings Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola to improve, despite an underwhelming start to their time at Anfield. Wirtz, signed for a potential £116 million, has managed seven goals in 56 appearances, while Barcola has yet to score or assist in his first six games following a £123 million transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.

    13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 12 October

  1. Manchester City's Premier League titles at risk amid financial breaches

    Manchester City were found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial regulations. While the club leads the table with six wins from six, their points and past titles could be voided or they could face severe sanctions including points deductions or expulsion pending an appeal.

    12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Man City guilty verdict casts doubt over Premier League season

    Manchester City have been found guilty of over 100 Premier League charges relating to financial impropriety, and face potential severe sanctions including points deduction or expulsion if their appeal fails, despite currently leading the league with six consecutive wins.

    12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Man City manager says club must focus amid financial scandal

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said the club must "make their own noise" to ignore distractions from a guilty verdict on over 100 charges of breaking Premier League financial rules. City beat Liverpool 3-0 in their first match after the ruling, with Maresca winning all eight games in his tenure so far.

    12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 11 October

  1. Manchester City faces Liverpool after financial rules breach verdict

    Manchester City, found guilty of breaking more than 100 Premier League financial rules through arrangements that artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs by more than £900 million between 2009 and 2018, plays Liverpool on Sunday in their first match since the verdict. City have appealed the decision.

    11 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Manchester City face Liverpool after Premier League financial verdict

    Manchester City play Liverpool on Sunday in their first game since an independent commission found them guilty of breaking more than 100 financial rules, arranging "sham" deals to artificially inflate revenues and reduce costs by more than £900 million between 2009 and 2018. City have appealed the ruling and manager Enzo Maresca said he was confident they will overturn it.

    11 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 10 October

  1. Manchester City found guilty of financial rule breaches

    An independent commission found Manchester City guilty of arranging "sham" deals to artificially inflate revenues and reduce costs by more than £900 million between 2009 and 2018. City will face Liverpool in their first match since the verdict and have appealed the ruling.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Liverpool faces Manchester City without Isak and Gakpo

    Liverpool will be without striker Alexander Isak and winger Cody Gakpo for Sunday's Premier League clash with leaders Manchester City at Anfield, after both players sustained injuries on international duty — Gakpo with an ankle injury for the Netherlands and Isak with a thigh injury for Sweden.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Man City financial case creating uncertainty across Premier League

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said the lack of clarity over Manchester City's future after the club was found guilty of multiple breaches of financial rules is causing uncertainty throughout the Premier League. City have appealed against the independent commission's findings and potentially face a severe points deduction.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Manchester City manager backs club to win appeal over charges

    Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said he has absolute faith the club will win its appeal after being found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules. Maresca also rejected suggestions that City's silverware over the past 15 years was tainted.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 28 September

  1. Cody Gakpo withdrawn from Netherlands squad with ankle injury

    Liverpool striker Cody Gakpo has pulled out of the Netherlands squad after sustaining an ankle injury during the first half of his country's 2-1 Nations League win against Serbia on Sunday. He will return to Liverpool for further assessment, with reports suggesting he could be sidelined for several weeks.

    28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Isak returns to Liverpool after minor injury during international break

    Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has returned to Anfield after sustaining a minor injury while on international duty with Sweden and will miss his country's remaining three fixtures during the international break. The 27-year-old will be assessed by Liverpool's medical staff ahead of the club's Premier League match against Manchester City on October 11.

    28 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 27 September

  1. Isak returns to Liverpool with minor international injury

    Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has returned to Anfield after suffering a minor injury on international duty with Sweden. He will not feature in Sweden's three remaining fixtures during the international break and will be assessed by club medical staff.

    27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Liverpool manager Iraola faces emotional return to former club Bournemouth

    Andoni Iraola, who left Bournemouth to become Liverpool manager in the close-season, will return to the Vitality Stadium this weekend knowing he cannot let sentiment interfere with Liverpool's bid for only a second Premier League win of the season. Iraola told reporters he looks forward to reuniting with the players and staff he worked with during three years at Bournemouth, but says he must prioritize a "ruthless" victory.

    19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Sunderland returns to European football after 53 years

    Sunderland will play their first European match in 53 years on Wednesday at the Stadium of Light, marking the latest milestone in the club's recovery from League One to a seventh-place Premier League finish in 2025.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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