The great Lionel Messi stood near the center circle, hands on his hips, disbelief written all over his face. Around him, Liverpool fans and players erupted in celebration. Just moments earlier, Liverpool had completed one of the greatest comebacks in Champions League history.
A quick-thinking Trent Alexander-Arnold had caught Barcelona’s defense off guard with a genius corner kick, finding Liverpool’s super-sub Divock Origi unmarked in the box. With a composed finish, Origi buried Liverpool’s fourth goal of the night right in front of the roaring Kop. Barcelona, who had arrived at Anfield with a commanding 3-0 lead from the first leg, had been dismantled under the lights of one of Liverpool’s famous European nights.
This was Anfield at its finest, a stadium where history is written and legends are made.
A Stadium Built on Rivalry & Passion
Anfield’s story began in 1884, but not with Liverpool. The ground was originally home to Everton FC, who played here for nearly a decade before a financial dispute with the stadium’s owner, led to their departure. In response, the owner founded Liverpool Football Club in 1892, and Anfield became their fortress. The rest, as they say, is history.
Anfield is more than just a football stadium—it’s a place of worship for football fans. As the legendary Bill Shankly once said:
“The thousands who come here, come to worship… it’s a sort of shrine, isn’t a football ground.”
Shankly’s legacy lives on outside the stadium, where a statue of him stands proudly, reminding fans of the man who helped shape Liverpool’s dominance.
Anfield’s Iconic Features
One of the most famous sights inside the stadium is the "This Is Anfield" sign, positioned above the players’ tunnel. Liverpool players touch it for luck before heading out onto the pitch, while visiting teams are reminded of the challenge that awaits them.
Then, there’s the Kop Stand, one of the most passionate sections of any football ground in the world. Named after Spion Kop, a hill in South Africa where British soldiers (many from Liverpool) fought in battle, the stand has become the beating heart of Anfield’s atmosphere.
For Liverpool, Anfield is more than bricks and seats. It’s a symbol of history, rivalry, and glory. It has been home to some of the game’s greatest players, from Kenny Dalglish and Steven Gerrard to Mohamed Salah today.
You’ll Never Walk Alone
Ask any football fan to name one song that defines a club, and chances are they’ll say “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” More than just an anthem, this song embodies the soul of Liverpool FC. When the entire stadium rises to sing it before kickoff, arms held high, it sends chills down the spine of everyone inside Anfield and millions watching around the world.
From historic victories to emotional tributes, Anfield remains one of football’s most legendary stadiums.