Barney Corkhill continues his new series The A-Z Of... this time looking at Liverpool FC.
In this series I will go through every letter of the alphabet and link that letter with something to do with the topic.
Here we go!
A - Anfield
Since their formation in 1892, Anfield has been the home of Liverpool. The history of the ground is second to none, and it became a fortress which other teams feared.
B - Benitez, Rafael
The current manager of the club, who, in his first season, brought European success to Liverpool. The Rafa Revolution was born, and consistent improvement has seen hopes of a title challenge increase every year.
C - Callaghan, Ian
Liverpool's highest ever appearance maker, with 857 games in a Liverpool shirt over 19 seasons. He also holds the record of league appearances with 640.
D - Dalglish, Kenny
Widely regarded as the best player to ever play for Liverpool. "King Kenny" replaced Kevin Keegan and went on to help them to success as both a player and a manager.
E - European Cup
No other English team have such an affinity with the European Cup. Five times winners of the trophy, including three under the reign of the great Bob Paisley.
F - First Division
The old First Division was where the Liverpool glory days took place. 18 times winners of that league, they were the most successful, and dominant club of the league's long history.
G - Gerrard, Steven
Liverpool's talismanic captain who has been with the club his whole career. His goals have saved them on more than one occasion, especially in the 2006 FA Cup final, now known as "the Gerrard Final".
H - Hillsborough/Heysel
Two dark days in the history of the club. These two tragedies will be forever remembered by all Liverpool fans, and the tributes to those who died still come in to this day.
I - Ian Rush
Liverpool's highest ever goal-scorer, Ian Rush was one of a long line of great Liverpool centre-forwards. No-one has scored more goals in a Liverpool shirt than the Welshman.
J - Jamie Carragher
Liverpool's current longest servant and highest appearance maker, few players have given more to the club than Carragher. He wears his heart on his sleeve every time he plays and will be looking to catch up with Ian Callaghan's league appearance record.
K - Kop
It's what made Liverpool such a feared team and Anfield such a feared stadium. The Kop was always in full song and showcases arguably the best fans in the country.
L - Liver Bird
The emblem of Liverpool for so many years, players wear the Liver Bird proudly on their chest every time they run onto the field.
M - Merseyside Derby
It's one of the biggest derby matches in the world, traditionally between Liverpool and Everton. These matches usually have it all.
N - Nottingham Forest
We're going to send you the most entertaining Liverpool articles, videos, and podcasts from around the web.
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