Farrell Keeling

Farrell Keeling joined Empire of the Kop in December 2020. He’s a seasoned Liverpool FC journalist who has conducted interviews with a range of figures in football, including ex-Liverpool defender Jose Enrique and Benfica coach Marco Pimenta.

He’s delivered award-winning content creation and Liverpool coverage at the helm of Empire of the Kop as the website’s Deputy Editor. EOTK won the Best Club Content Creator (Premier League) award at the FCAs in 2023.

Farrell also offers original insight and analysis for CaughtOffside and CF Bayern Insider, whilst supporting Rocket Sports’ editorial initiatives as an Executive Editor.

He contributes a weekly editorial for the Observer, the world's oldest Sunday newspaper.

Van Dijk
‘I’ll be honest’: Virgil van Dijk makes fresh Liverpool admission immediately after Everton win
Virgil van Dijk is among several Liverpool first-team players to have enjoyed something of a resurgence following a personally disappointing campaign in...
Warnock, Liverpool, Szoboszlai
‘Love watching him’: BBC pundit absolutely amazed by 22-year-old Liverpool player who was unplayable vs Everton
Stephen Warnock was full of praise for Dominik Szoboszlai’s performance against Everton in the Merseyside Derby this weekend. The 22-year-old Hungarian was...
Romano, Liverpool, Gordon
‘On fire’: Fabrizio Romano jumps on X to point out £34m Liverpool player who blew his mind vs Everton
Fabrizio Romano couldn’t help but jump onto X on Saturday afternoon to celebrate Mo Salah’s latest key contributions for Liverpool on the...
Diaz, Liverpool
Defensive masterclass: 57-touch Liverpool attacker was absolutely monstrous vs Everton
Luis Diaz had plenty in the way of impact on Liverpool’s Merseyside derby clash with Everton at the weekend. The Colombian may...
Szoboszlai, Liverpool, Gravenberch
Forget Szoboszlai: Liverpool’s 32-touch maelstrom absolutely ran the show in first-half vs Everton
Ryan Gravenberch has rewarded Jurgen Klopp’s show of faith in him with a stellar, all-action first-half showing for Liverpool in the Merseyside...
Young, Diaz
(Video) The poor challenge on Luis Diaz that got Ashley Young sent off in Merseyside derby
Ashley Young found himself on the receiving end of the dreaded red card as two challenges in under 37 minutes saw him...
Liverpool, Gravenberch, Maddock
‘Jeez’: David Maddock says 21-year-old Liverpool powerhouse ‘starting to look some player’
Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister’s praises have been sung continously by the Anfield faithful and commentators beyond the borders of Merseysider,...
Liverpool, Merson, Jones
‘I don’t see…’ – Paul Merson makes ‘extraordinary’ Liverpool vs Everton prediction
Paul Merson has predicted a 2-0 Liverpool win ahead of the Merseyside Derby this Saturday. The Englishman pointed to an ‘extraordinary’ gulf...
Beier, Liverpool
Liverpool should move for £52m defender in January; almost no summer discount – opinion
There may be little point in Liverpool holding off on their pursuit of Goncalo Inacio until the summer given the price difference...
Liverpool, Talbot, Mitchell
Journalist: Liverpool-linked sporting director now ‘primed’ to take on Man Utd role
Paul Mitchell is reportedly now ‘primed’ to become Manchester United’s next sporting director as soon as Sir Jim Ratcliffe has completed his...
Lineker, Bellingham
‘Blessed’: Gary Lineker comments will have Liverpool kicking themselves over missed transfer opportunity
Liverpool have undoubtedly managed to impress with their summer business despite the considerable disappointment of missing out on generational midfield talent Jude...
Musiala
Jamal Musiala’s stance on Liverpool move now made clear – journalist
Liverpool’s pursuit of Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala may be a nonstarter, with the German said to not be actively considering the Reds...
Bellingham, Musiala
‘After Jude Bellingham…’ – Liverpool plan transfer redemption with midfielder who scored 16 goals last season
With two of Liverpool’s key decision-makers in Jurgen Klopp and Jorg Schmadtke boasting extensive experience in the Bundesliga, it was only inevitable...
Jassim, Ornstein
Top Athletic journo suggests Sheikh Jassim position could change amid Liverpool purchase questions
David Ornstein has reported that Sheikh Jassim is not currently in line to post a bid for Liverpool. The Qatari banker withdrew...
Liverpool, Gakpo
After Gakpo return: Liverpool’s four-man boost ahead of Everton clash will have fans celebrating
Liverpool have been further boosted by the presence of their South American contingent in team training ahead of the Merseyside derby. Alexis...
Liverpool, Salah
20-y/o Liverpool player’s confidence ‘through the roof’ after internationals; Klopp could start him Saturday
Harvey Elliott pointed to his experience with the England U21s as being highly beneficial for his confidence levels ahead of his return...
Liverpool, Elliott
Harvey Elliott says four teammates have ‘hit the ground running’ in subtle warning to Everton
Harvey Elliott isn’t the first Liverpool player to have acknowledged how quickly the Reds’ summer arrivals have settled in on Merseyside. The...
Liverpool, Tsimikas, Klopp
‘Mentally ready’: Jurgen Klopp now looks set to start 27-year-old Liverpool player against Everton
Greek journalist Giannis Chorianopoulos’ latest update on X this afternoon heavily suggests that Kostas Tsimikas will be thrust into the limelight on...
Liverpool, Slot, Huerta
Liverpool ‘keeping close tabs’ on ‘world class’ 20-year-old with 57 goal contributions – next statement signing? – report
Liverpool are understood to be ‘keeping close tabs’ on Jamal Musiala amid reports of a contract impasse between the player and Bayern...
Klopp, Quansah
Klopp right to hail ‘statement’ Liverpool player as data proves he’s one of Premier League’s best
Jarell Quansah may have not been the defender Liverpool fans were expecting to see compete with the likes of Virgil van Dijk...