Liverpool FC

History​

Liverpool Football Club was founded on June 3,1892 by John Houlding. Established in the port city of Liverpool, England, the local working class fanbase quickly defined and has continued to sustain the club’s identity. The extraordinary dedication of its fans has fueled its successes and comebacks throughout its history, despite fluctuations in performance, popularity, and financial instability. The 70s and 80s marked Liverpool’s golden era, during which the club amassed six league titles and three European cup victories under infamous managers Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley. Liverpool’s style of play modernized during this decade, shaped by Shankly’s emphasis on quick-passing football, hard work, and strong community engagement.

 

These principles have become pillars of Liverpool F.C., symbolized by the iconic four words, “You’ll Never Walk Alone”. This anthem, prominently displayed at Anfield stadium, is sung before every match, evolving into one of the most famous football anthems in the world. Despite facing tragedies, such as the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, where 96 fans lost their lives, and financial instability prior to the club’s acquisition by Fenway Sports Group in 2010, Liverpool has overcome adversity through its unified fanbase and resilient spirit, embodied in the anthem itself. Currently ranked by Forbes as the fourth most valuable soccer club globally, it remains a historical and influential global brand in the world of football.