• The Belfast Boy
    The Belfast Boy, a player complete. Had the football world at both feet. Art like gift, born to dazzle, to win. Never again to see the likes of him. In United Red, in native Irish Green. The greatest player I’ve ever seen. Look at the numerous YouTube clips. Stand amazed at the swivelling hips! Desperate […]
  • The 98th Angel
    Hold their hand, as today is that day. Give them a hug, it can go a long way. Give them your time, lend them an ear. Because today is that time of year. Be there to listen, to take in every word. 35 years on, I have my prayers prepared. Prayers for our red family, […]
  • Anfield Protest 11/4/24 (No To Ticket Price Increases)
    ​ ​ No flags or banners will fly on the Kop tonight. On a big European night, such an unusual sight. The Club have raised ticket prices without a care. So, no banners big or small, waved high in the air. No consultations with the LFC Supporters Board. Well done our club…a massive own goal […]
  • The Man In Black
    Of footy in the 60’/ 70’S, I’ve been looking back. Nobody took much notice of ‘the man in black’ Those were the greatest days it has to be said. They carried a notebook and cards yellow and red. What else do you need to referee a footy game? The referees never became a household name. […]
  • For Sven Goran Ericksson (Anfield 23/3/24)
    Today at Anfield Sven, it’s all about you. We welcome your family with open arms too. Whatever their status, whatever their feat. The legends today will take a back seat. The spotlight today belongs to one man. Let’s welcome Sven, like only koppites can. But this is not just a welcome, also a goodbye. A […]