At The Anfield Road, our team of writers share more than just bylines — they share a lifelong love for Liverpool Football Club and a deep commitment to honest, insightful journalism. Each of our contributors brings professional experience from the world of sports media, news, and broadcasting, united by a passion that beats red.
We believe that great football coverage should do more than just report the score. It should capture the emotion, the context, and the meaning behind every moment that happens at Anfield and beyond. Our journalists combine the discipline and standards of the newsroom with the voice of the terraces — informed, authentic, and fiercely independent.
Every article you read here is shaped by that balance: journalistic integrity with a supporter’s heart. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and respect — even when passion runs high. Because being a Liverpool fan means believing in something bigger than the game itself: the values of commitment, unity, and truth.
From exclusive interviews and tactical deep-dives to matchday reaction and opinion pieces, our contributors bring unique perspectives built on both professional credibility and genuine connection to the club. Whether they’re in the press box, the Kop, or the newsroom, each of them shares one thing — an unshakable belief in the spirit of Liverpool.
Welcome to The Anfield Road team — a collective of journalists, storytellers, and Reds, telling Liverpool’s story the way it deserves to be told.
Dave Smith is a dedicated journalist with over seven years of experience covering Liverpool’s vibrant news and sports scene. A proud graduate of the University of Manchester, where he earned a BA in Journalism and Media Studies, Dave has built a reputation for insightful reporting, balanced analysis, and compelling storytelling.
Ingrid Johansen is an experienced Norwegian journalist with a lifelong passion for Liverpool FC. A graduate of the University of Oslo, where she earned her BA in Journalism, Ingrid has spent years honing her craft across Norway’s leading sports and cultural publications, building a reputation for thoughtful analysis and vivid storytelling.
Mark Ellison is a Liverpool-born journalist from Runcorn and a lifelong Red with a season ticket on the Kop. A graduate of the University of Bristol, where he earned a BA in Sports Journalism, Mark combines professional reporting with an unmistakable Scouse authenticity that brings his writing to life.