Something truly bizarre has unfolded at Liverpool’s academy — and even the Premier League 2 regulars can’t wrap their heads around it.
On Friday night, the Reds’ U21s wrapped up their final league match of 2025 with a disappointing 3-0 defeat to West Ham United. But here’s the shocking part: they won’t play another league fixture until January 18, 2026.
Yes, you read that right — a jaw-dropping 72-day break between competitive games! 🤯
Academy reporter Lewis Bower couldn’t believe it either, posting on X: “Liverpool U21 have played their last league fixture tonight until… the 18th January. Insane scheduling.”
It’s not just confusing — it’s a nightmare for development. How can young players maintain rhythm, fitness, and confidence with such a long pause?
The West Ham game highlighted those struggles. Despite early chances from Kaide Gordon and Kieran Morrison, defensive lapses cost the young Reds dearly. Goals from Callum Marshall, Joshua Ajala, and Mohamadou Kante sealed their fate, despite several fine saves from keeper Kornel Misciur.
The result means Liverpool’s U21s are now winless in three, and with no league action for 11 weeks, it couldn’t come at a worse time.
Their next match? A Vertu Trophy clash with Chesterfield on November 11, their only chance to stay sharp before the long winter break.
This gap couldn’t have been timed worse for players like Kaide Gordon — who may attract loan offers in January — and Stefan Bajcetic, who’s close to returning to full fitness. Both desperately need minutes, but with no league games, they’ll have to rely on friendlies.
From a development standpoint, this strange scheduling feels like a setback. Young talents like Calvin Ramsay and Kieran Morrison thrive on consistency — and this long, unexpected pause might just derail that momentum.
For a club renowned for nurturing elite prospects, this break in competition truly makes no footballing sense whatsoever. 😐
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