Heysel Stadium Disaster

A Life in Liverpool Red and Rhythm: George Sephton’s The Voice of Anfield

George Sephton: The Steady Voice Behind Anfield’s Soundtrack This is an abridged version; the full article is available free on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: From Kop Kid to Anfield Icon George Sephton’s journey began like many fans, as a lad on the Kop watching greats like Billy Liddell and Alan A’Court. In 1971, after...

Tragedy Chants Lead to Bans at Liverpool-Man Utd Match

Football's Dark Side: Tackling Tragedy Chanting in Liverpool vs. Man United Clashes The boundary between enthusiastic support and offensive behaviour often blurs in football. Recent events at fixtures between Liverpool and Manchester United, two of England's most storied clubs, have once again cast a spotlight on this issue, leading to significant repercussions for those stepping...

Derby Disgrace: Football’s Fight Against Hate Continues

Reflecting on a Dark Day: Lessons from the Merseyside Derby Incident Football, at its core, is a unifying sport, celebrated worldwide for its ability to bring people together from all walks of life. Yet, incidents like the one reported by Harry Stedman in the Evening Standard serve as stark reminders of the shadows that linger...