Gérard Houllier: A Visionary in English Football
In an era where the borders of football management were decidedly English, Gérard Houllier emerged as a pioneering foreign presence, irrevocably altering the landscape. His tenure at Liverpool, spanning 1998 to 2004, was a testament to his profound impact, marked by significant silverware including the Uefa Cup, an...
Anfield Index's Daily Catchup on All Things Liverpool FC with Dave Hendrick
On today's Daily Red the nostalgia merchant himself takes a walk down memory lane, recapping Liverpool's history in the InterCity Fairs Cup/UEFA Cup/Europa League ahead of the Reds return to the competition for the first time since the 2015/16 season. The highs, lows...
Klopp's Nostalgic Return to Mainz: A Walk Down Memory Lane
A Familiar Face at Bruchwegstadion
In a heartwarming reunion, Liverpool's esteemed manager, Jurgen Klopp, made an unexpected visit to his old stomping ground, Mainz, this past Saturday. The occasion was marked by the echoing chants of "Jurgen, Jurgen" from the stands, a testament to the deep-rooted...
The 1984 European Cup final was the first I can recall watching Liverpool in; I was only 8 years old at the time and staying at my Grandparents' house. I vaguely remember throwing a tantrum because I was sent to bed during the second half, despite my protestations that Liverpool were my favourite team...
“Thursday nights on Channel 5, Thursday nights on Channel 5” a song that has rung around English grounds for years mocking those clubs who partake in Europe’s secondary competition. First of all, it’s on ITV now but more importantly why is the competition so frowned upon by English football fans? The format? The clubs...
