Andrew Beasley
@andrewbeasleyfootball.com
Freelance football writer. Links to all my stuff via https://linktr.ee/basstunedtored. Only Connect champion, New York Mets fan #LGM. Up the Reds #LFC
Pinned
This little man is my best pal Marley.
He died on Saturday.
He died on Saturday.
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"rich dipshit owner doesn't understand the industry he's bought into and clumsily destroys what made it good" feels less like a narrative unique to the washington post and more like the music that's been playing in the background of all our lives for at least 40 years
February 4, 2026 at 2:53 PM
"rich dipshit owner doesn't understand the industry he's bought into and clumsily destroys what made it good" feels less like a narrative unique to the washington post and more like the music that's been playing in the background of all our lives for at least 40 years
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Bezos has killed the Washington Post's books pages. John Williams is a mensch, and a good and loyal friend, to me, to @backlisted.bsky.social and to anyone who loves literature and reading. Now more than ever, you know where not to buy your books, or anything else for that matter.
I'll say more before too long, but for now: Thanks to anyone who has ever read and supported the Post's books coverage.
February 4, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Bezos has killed the Washington Post's books pages. John Williams is a mensch, and a good and loyal friend, to me, to @backlisted.bsky.social and to anyone who loves literature and reading. Now more than ever, you know where not to buy your books, or anything else for that matter.
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"He is peak age, shouldn’t be too expensive and can help solve the Reds’ ball progression issues."
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
February 3, 2026 at 4:13 PM
"He is peak age, shouldn’t be too expensive and can help solve the Reds’ ball progression issues."
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
Sad news. One of those ever present figures in your life, from year to year, aways asking where the cue ball is going. RIP, JV.
John Virgo, former snooker player and broadcaster, dies aged 79
John Virgo, former snooker player and broadcaster, dies aged 79
Virgo, who won the UK Championship in 1979, enjoyed a long career but was perhaps best known for his TV work
Snooker great John Virgo has died at the age of 79, World Snooker Tour has announced.
Virgo, who won the UK Championship in 1979, enjoyed a long and storied career but was perhaps best known for his work as a broadcaster. He was an established part of the BBC’s snooker coverage as a commentator, famous for his catchphrase of ‘Where’s the cue ball going?’.
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dlvr.it
February 4, 2026 at 10:08 AM
Sad news. One of those ever present figures in your life, from year to year, aways asking where the cue ball is going. RIP, JV.
First thought: Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey
First reply I saw that made me go ‘oh yeah, probably that’: It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)
First reply I saw that made me go ‘oh yeah, probably that’: It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)
Deleted a post about “what’s your least favorite song” because the vibes are bad enough already.
Instead: what’s your favorite song that has a long title, say at least 6 words long?
Mine: “Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town” (Pearl Jam)
Instead: what’s your favorite song that has a long title, say at least 6 words long?
Mine: “Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town” (Pearl Jam)
February 4, 2026 at 8:46 AM
First thought: Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey
First reply I saw that made me go ‘oh yeah, probably that’: It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)
First reply I saw that made me go ‘oh yeah, probably that’: It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)
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it does not spark joy
If you or anyone you know has been affected by the themes of the 2025/26 Premier League season, call our hotline
OH BOY A CORNER ITS TIME
February 3, 2026 at 9:43 PM
it does not spark joy
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Me watching Rice and Grealish play for England at Euro 2020
Irish Traitors is incredible.
February 3, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Me watching Rice and Grealish play for England at Euro 2020
You have to feel for Harvey.
The average Premier League starter this season is 184 cms tall, 183 excluding goalkeepers. He’s 170.
Only one shorter player has started this season. To thrive at that height in the current PL he’d have to be exceptional. Being very good won’t cut it.
The average Premier League starter this season is 184 cms tall, 183 excluding goalkeepers. He’s 170.
Only one shorter player has started this season. To thrive at that height in the current PL he’d have to be exceptional. Being very good won’t cut it.
February 3, 2026 at 8:42 PM
You have to feel for Harvey.
The average Premier League starter this season is 184 cms tall, 183 excluding goalkeepers. He’s 170.
Only one shorter player has started this season. To thrive at that height in the current PL he’d have to be exceptional. Being very good won’t cut it.
The average Premier League starter this season is 184 cms tall, 183 excluding goalkeepers. He’s 170.
Only one shorter player has started this season. To thrive at that height in the current PL he’d have to be exceptional. Being very good won’t cut it.
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I'm gonna fucking flip 8 tables and i don't even actually work in the serialized short form entertainment industry so i can only imagine how writers, directors, actors, and showrunners are feeling right now
The Pitt got greenlit for a season 3, out next February, and the announcement has very funny comment from HBO chairman Casey Bloys that’s like “yeah, turns out if you just make a TV show like how we used to make TV shows you can have a 15+ episode season every year 🤷♂️”
February 3, 2026 at 6:06 PM
I'm gonna fucking flip 8 tables and i don't even actually work in the serialized short form entertainment industry so i can only imagine how writers, directors, actors, and showrunners are feeling right now
"He is peak age, shouldn’t be too expensive and can help solve the Reds’ ball progression issues."
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
February 3, 2026 at 4:13 PM
"He is peak age, shouldn’t be too expensive and can help solve the Reds’ ball progression issues."
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
Before the Jacquet news broke, I drafted a newsletter on who should replace Konaté. Timing, eh?
It's not like they don't need another CB, so read on: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/replacing-...
Liverpool are top of the Premier League and Champions League for open play xG difference.
With Aaron Briggs taking the fall for the Reds' set plays, you can see why FSG retained Slot when the heat was on.
With Aaron Briggs taking the fall for the Reds' set plays, you can see why FSG retained Slot when the heat was on.
February 3, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Liverpool are top of the Premier League and Champions League for open play xG difference.
With Aaron Briggs taking the fall for the Reds' set plays, you can see why FSG retained Slot when the heat was on.
With Aaron Briggs taking the fall for the Reds' set plays, you can see why FSG retained Slot when the heat was on.
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Crystal Palace: top club who are sadly enduring a rough season, but my word they have not helped themselves with their conduct during the transfer windows, the long-term, negative effect of which is to come across as untrustworthy people to do business with.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Crystal Palace accused of messing with Dwight McNeil’s mental health after transfer U-turn
Dwight McNeil’s partner has claimed Crystal Palace provided no explanation for pulling out of a move to sign him from Everton on transfer deadline day
www.theguardian.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Crystal Palace: top club who are sadly enduring a rough season, but my word they have not helped themselves with their conduct during the transfer windows, the long-term, negative effect of which is to come across as untrustworthy people to do business with.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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My best friend died 2 months ago aged 30. Yesterday we had his memorial. It was a beautiful day but, because he didn't have a will, his estranged family took his body away from us. His partner of 13 years doesn't know when or where he was buried. Please please make a will x
February 2, 2026 at 3:48 PM
My best friend died 2 months ago aged 30. Yesterday we had his memorial. It was a beautiful day but, because he didn't have a will, his estranged family took his body away from us. His partner of 13 years doesn't know when or where he was buried. Please please make a will x
Who is Jérémy Jacquet? Is he worth signing six months before his arrival? Has Hughes tweaked Liverpool’s transfer policy? Why did the Reds chase Geertruida? How good is Hugo Ekitike? Have City improved since last season?
Here's @distancecovered.bsky.social and I discussing all this:
Here's @distancecovered.bsky.social and I discussing all this:
Episode #101: Va Va Voom
Listen now | The 101st episode of my weekly podcast, Distance Covered. Josh Williams hosts Andrew Beasley.
distancecovered.substack.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Who is Jérémy Jacquet? Is he worth signing six months before his arrival? Has Hughes tweaked Liverpool’s transfer policy? Why did the Reds chase Geertruida? How good is Hugo Ekitike? Have City improved since last season?
Here's @distancecovered.bsky.social and I discussing all this:
Here's @distancecovered.bsky.social and I discussing all this:
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they should make a movie series about how it’s irresponsible to use technology to mess with the natural order of things for profit
Xfinity has just released its Jurassic Park-themed Super Bowl ad that features a digitally de-aged Sam Neil, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum. https://bit.ly/4rmRhrK
February 3, 2026 at 3:32 AM
they should make a movie series about how it’s irresponsible to use technology to mess with the natural order of things for profit
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How many centre-backs will we still need to sign to cover for a back three?
a man wearing a red jacket that says ' champions ' on it
ALT: a man wearing a red jacket that says ' champions ' on it
media.tenor.com
February 2, 2026 at 11:32 AM
How many centre-backs will we still need to sign to cover for a back three?
Jacquet plays in a back three at Rennes. Frimpong is a wing-back. He thrived alongside Wirtz in a 3-4-3 at Leverkusen. Frankfurt (Ekitike) ended last season regularly playing in some version of a formation with a back three as did Parma (Leoni).
All the pieces matter, detective.
All the pieces matter, detective.
February 2, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Jacquet plays in a back three at Rennes. Frimpong is a wing-back. He thrived alongside Wirtz in a 3-4-3 at Leverkusen. Frankfurt (Ekitike) ended last season regularly playing in some version of a formation with a back three as did Parma (Leoni).
All the pieces matter, detective.
All the pieces matter, detective.
Liverpool are playing the long game on transfers in this window.
Well, it’s Groundhog Day. Again.
Well, it’s Groundhog Day. Again.
February 2, 2026 at 8:53 AM
Liverpool are playing the long game on transfers in this window.
Well, it’s Groundhog Day. Again.
Well, it’s Groundhog Day. Again.
Awkward introverts solving puzzles and spotting patterns?
Yeah, I enjoyed Secret Genius.
Yeah, I enjoyed Secret Genius.
February 1, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Awkward introverts solving puzzles and spotting patterns?
Yeah, I enjoyed Secret Genius.
Yeah, I enjoyed Secret Genius.
Three teams have got back to 2-2 having been 2-0 down in the Premier League this weekend.
Incredibly, none of the games involved Liverpool.
Incredibly, none of the games involved Liverpool.
February 1, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Three teams have got back to 2-2 having been 2-0 down in the Premier League this weekend.
Incredibly, none of the games involved Liverpool.
Incredibly, none of the games involved Liverpool.
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A rough go at Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now to kick off a bit of spring around the place.
February 1, 2026 at 2:44 PM
A rough go at Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now to kick off a bit of spring around the place.
"Ipswich, Bournemouth, Brighton, West Ham, Southampton, Arsenal, Leeds, Wolves and now Newcastle. All have conceded twice in under five minutes to Arne Slot’s Liverpool in the league."
Here's my review of Liverpool's 4-1 win: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/the-match-...
Here's my review of Liverpool's 4-1 win: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/the-match-...
February 1, 2026 at 12:36 PM
"Ipswich, Bournemouth, Brighton, West Ham, Southampton, Arsenal, Leeds, Wolves and now Newcastle. All have conceded twice in under five minutes to Arne Slot’s Liverpool in the league."
Here's my review of Liverpool's 4-1 win: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/the-match-...
Here's my review of Liverpool's 4-1 win: www.andrewbeasleyfootball.com/p/the-match-...
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First 30/35 minutes today was more like an NFL game than a footy match. The whole period was just waiting for Newcastle to restart play with a goal kick, long throw or corner.
Just 12 mins ball in play time in the first 30, 22 in the 1st half and 49 mins overall!!
The PL is reaching a tipping point
Just 12 mins ball in play time in the first 30, 22 in the 1st half and 49 mins overall!!
The PL is reaching a tipping point
February 1, 2026 at 12:41 AM
First 30/35 minutes today was more like an NFL game than a footy match. The whole period was just waiting for Newcastle to restart play with a goal kick, long throw or corner.
Just 12 mins ball in play time in the first 30, 22 in the 1st half and 49 mins overall!!
The PL is reaching a tipping point
Just 12 mins ball in play time in the first 30, 22 in the 1st half and 49 mins overall!!
The PL is reaching a tipping point
That third Liverpool goal tonight.
Gakpo to Ekitike to Gakpo to Wirtz to Salah to Wirtz.
Front four.
Gakpo to Ekitike to Gakpo to Wirtz to Salah to Wirtz.
Front four.
January 31, 2026 at 11:07 PM
That third Liverpool goal tonight.
Gakpo to Ekitike to Gakpo to Wirtz to Salah to Wirtz.
Front four.
Gakpo to Ekitike to Gakpo to Wirtz to Salah to Wirtz.
Front four.