Anfield facts for kids
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View from Anfield Road end
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| Location | Liverpool, Merseyside, England |
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| Coordinates | 53°25′50.95″N 2°57′38.98″W / 53.4308194°N 2.9608278°W |
| Owner | Liverpool F.C. |
| Operator | Liverpool F.C. |
| Capacity | 54,167 |
| Field size | 111 yards (101 m) by 74 yards (68 m) |
| Surface | Grass |
| Opened | 1884 |
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| Everton F.C. (1884–92) Liverpool F.C. (1892–present) |
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Anfield is a famous football stadium in Liverpool, England. It is the home ground for the football team Liverpool F.C.. The stadium recently got bigger, with its Main Stand expanded. Now, it can hold 54,167 fans!
Anfield is well-known for a special sign in the players' tunnel. It says: "This is Anfield". This sign was put there by a famous former manager, Bill Shankly. He wanted it to make opposing teams feel a bit nervous! Liverpool F.C. has a big rivalry with Manchester United. They also have a local rivalry with Everton F.C.. When Liverpool plays Everton, it's called the Merseyside Derby. Interestingly, Anfield was first owned by Everton F.C. before Liverpool F.C. was formed to use the stadium. Liverpool F.C. has won six European Cups, which is a huge achievement in football!
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History of Anfield
Anfield stadium first opened its doors in 1884. It was originally the home stadium for Everton F.C.. They played there for eight years. In 1892, a disagreement about rent caused Everton to move to a new stadium. This led to the creation of Liverpool F.C., who then made Anfield their home. They have played there ever since.
The Kop Stand
One of the most famous parts of Anfield is a stand called The Kop. It's known for its amazing atmosphere. Fans in The Kop sing loudly and cheer on their team. This stand was originally a large terraced area where fans stood. Over time, rules changed to make stadiums safer. Now, all fans in The Kop have seats. The energy from the crowd in The Kop is so strong that it even made the stadium's owner decide not to build a new stadium. He wanted to keep the special feeling of Anfield.
Famous Gates and Memorials
Around Anfield, you can find special gates and memorials that honor important people.
- The Shankly Gates were put up in 1982. They are a tribute to Bill Shankly, who was a legendary manager for Liverpool F.C.
- The Paisley Gateway was added in 1999. It honors another great manager, Bob Paisley. This gateway even shows the three European Cups he helped the team win!
- There is also a memorial for John Houlding. He was the person who founded Liverpool F.C.
Anfield Today
Anfield is not just for football. It has also hosted other sports events. For example, it has been used for rugby league matches. The stadium continues to be a central part of the Liverpool community. It is a place where fans gather to support their team and share in the excitement of football.
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Images for kids
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Memorial to John Houlding outside Anfield on the 125th anniversary of Liverpool F.C.
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The topmast rescued from the SS Great Eastern
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The Kop in 1974, before changes were made to stadium rules for safety.
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The Shankly Gates were erected in 1982 in tribute to Bill Shankly
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The old tunnel to the pitch at Anfield. The “This is Anfield“ sign was installed by former manager Bill Shankly to instill fear into the opposition.
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The Paisley Gateway was erected outside the Kop in 1999 in tribute to former manager Bob Paisley. It includes a depiction of the three European Cups he won during his tenure.
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The Kop; the atmosphere generated by the crowd in the stand led owner John W. Henry to reconsider the construction of a new stadium.
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The Main Stand redevelopment in March 2016
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The exterior of the Anfield Road End (unseen to the left) will look similar to the Main Stand (seen pictured here from Stanley Park) when completed.
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London Broncos kicking off at Anfield during Magic Weekend 2019
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The average attendance at Anfield from 1946–2007
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See also
In Spanish: Anfield para niños
