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Billy Liddell
A very significant day in the history of Liverpool on this day 27th July 1938. This was the day we signed Billy Liddell from Lochgelly Violet for £200. No missing zeros. It was actually £200. On that day he walked into Anfield a 16 year old boy. By the time he left the club he […]
On This Day 12th July
Two key events on this day 12th July 1974. One very significant new signing. The other event was a huge, huge shock departure that not only shook Liverpool Football but also the whole of football. Firstly, the signing.
On This Day 24th June
One very memorable event occurred on this day 24th June 1967. So much of today’s talk is about which goalkeeper should employ as the number one. No such problem for 11 years after this significant signing on this day 24th June 1967. One of Liverpool’s best signings ever? Most definitely.
On This Day 23rd May
On this day 23rd May we have mixed feelings regarding trophy success. First the successful news. On this day 23rd May 1973 we lost 2-0 against Borussia Monchengladbach in the second leg of the UEFA Cup Final. However, having won the first leg 3-0, we went on to collect the trophy.
On This Day 4th May
As the feelgood factor continues after Wednesday night, why not take a look at another special event to enjoy from yesteryear. Following on from my “On This Day 3rd May” post yesterday – if you haven’t seen it yet, you can see it HERE – we can take a look at what happened on this day […]
On This Day 10th April
Yes we all know that this particular date of 10th April will hopefully be looked upon with fond memories. No doubt you will see so many articles and posts today about the upcoming blockbuster against Manchester City later tonight.
Liverpool’s Best England XI?
We have been very fortunate over the years to have a wide array of English talent at our disposal. So many have gone on to represent England as well as star for the Reds. But what would you consider to be Liverpool’s Best England XI?
On This Day 11th November
On this day 11th November, 1970, Liverpool completed the signing of striker John Toshack. He signed for a club record fee at the time of £110,000 from his hometown club, Cardiff City. It is incredible to think isn’t it
8th May 1971
Charlie George scores the winner as Division One champions, Arsenal, come from behind to clinch a domestic League and Cup Double by beating Liverpool 2-1. Steve Heighway opened the scoring for Liverpool in the first minute of the extra-time period after the first 90 minutes finished 0-0. Eddie Kelly equalised ten minutes later before George’s […]