Legends matches return to Anfield as Liverpool welcome Borussia Dortmund
Liverpool will rekindle a famous European connection when Anfield plays host to Borussia Dortmund in a special legends fixture in March 2026. The event, organised by the LFC Foundation and supported by the club’s training partner AXA, promises to celebrate both football heritage and community spirit.
Historic ties between Liverpool and Dortmund
The two clubs share more than just European history – they are forever linked by the iconic anthem You’ll Never Walk Alone and their former manager Jürgen Klopp, who brought a distinctive style and philosophy to both Anfield and Signal Iduna Park. Almost ten years on from the unforgettable Europa League quarter-final in 2016, when Liverpool overturned a two-goal deficit to win 4-3 on the night and 5-4 on aggregate, the two sides will once again meet under the Anfield lights.
This match, however, is about far more than nostalgia. It reflects the ongoing friendship between the clubs and their shared commitment to using football as a force for good.
Supporting communities through football
Proceeds from the Liverpool vs Dortmund legends match will be directed towards the LFC Foundation and Forever Reds, alongside the BVB Foundation in Germany. Both charities are deeply involved in social projects that promote education, health, and inclusion in their respective communities.
Funds raised will also contribute to the LFC Foundation’s employability programmes, which help people across the Liverpool City Region develop new skills, gain qualifications, and find sustainable employment. The Foundation’s long-term aim is ambitious – to support half a million people each season by 2030.
In the 2024–25 season alone, the Foundation reached more than 145,000 people through its health, learning, and training initiatives, marking its most successful year to date.
Impact of past legends matches
Since their inception, Liverpool’s legends fixtures have raised over £9 million for charitable causes, both locally and globally. These matches, played in the true spirit of the club, combine nostalgia with purpose – allowing fans to relive iconic moments while supporting transformative community work.
Matt Parish, chief executive of the LFC Foundation, emphasised the importance of the annual event:
“Our legends games are always incredibly special, not just because of the memories they evoke, but because they enable us to make a real difference. Welcoming Borussia Dortmund to Anfield feels fitting given our shared values, and the funds raised will allow us to reach even more people, tackling inequality and promoting opportunity.”
Match details and ticket information
Tickets for the Liverpool vs Dortmund legends game are now on general sale, priced at £29.50 for adults, £19.50 for concessions and £9.50 for juniors. Premium packages begin at £59.50, with hospitality options starting from £189. Disabled supporters can find full details via the club’s Accessibility Hub.
Further announcements regarding player line-ups and management teams will follow in the coming months, but excitement is already building among supporters eager to see former heroes grace the Anfield pitch once again.
As anticipation grows, one thing is certain – this legends match will be more than just a football occasion. It will be a celebration of shared history, unity, and the power of sport to drive meaningful change.
