Liverpool Football Club is a famous professional football club in Premier League. Based in Liverpool, England, it competes with various teams in the Premier League. The club was formed in 1892 and since then has been playing its home games at Anfield. The club has won 19 league titles as of now including one Premier League title.
Overview of Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC was founded on June 3, 1892, in Liverpool, England. Since its foundation, it has made incredible records in history. J. Klopp is the coach of this competitive club who has successfully led it to new heights. Following, You will find the history, top players, squad, achievements and records, and futuristic goals of Liverpool FC.
History of Liverpool FC
The club’s formation was the result of a dispute that happened between Everton FC and Anfield’s owner, John Houlding in 1892. Because of the conflict, Everton was forced to leave the stadium while Houlding formed a new team which is now famous as Liverpool FC.
It was during the 1970s and 1980s when Liverpool FC established itself as a major club in domestic and European competitions. At this time, Bill Shankly and Kenny Dalglish led the club to a combined 11 League titles and four European Cups.
Liverpool’s top players
The club in the 2023-24 season consists of some of the finest footballers of all time who have contributed to its success. Some of its top players include- Mohamed Salah, D. Nunez, D. Jota, D. Szoboszlai, Luis Diaz, Alisson Becker, Virgil Van Dijk and more.
Liverpool has had a rich history of the best players. Some of the best players have worn Red esteemed jerseys. Such top players include- Ian Rush, Roger Hunt, Gordon Hodgson, Robbie Fowler, Kenny Dalglish, Michael Owen and Harry Chambers.
| Players | Goals | Years |
| Ian Rush | 346 | 1980-1987, 1988-1996 |
| Roger Hunt | 285 | 1958-1969 |
| Gordon Hodgson | 241 | 1925-1936 |
| Billy Liddell | 228 | 1939-1961 |
| Mohamed Salah | 198 | 2017-present |
| Steven Gerrard | 186 | 1998-2015 |
Squad of Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC comprises a team of some of the best and the finest footballers in this era. Their squad for the 2023-24 season is all set to make new records and grab as many titles as they can.
| Goalkeepers | Defenders | Midfielders | Forwards |
|---|---|---|---|
| F. Mrozek | T. Alexander-Arnold | B. Clark | L.Diaz |
| Marcelo Pitaluga | I. Konaté | C. Jones | D. Nunez |
| C. Kelleher | C. Bradley | W.Endo | B. Doak |
| Adrián | C. Scanlon | R. Gravenberch | Mohamed Salah |
| V. Jaroš | L. Chambers | J. McConnell | C. Gakpo |
| Alisson Becker | J. Quansah | A. Mac Allister | Diogo Jota |
| V. Van Dijk | Stefan Bajcetic | ||
| A. Robertson | D. Szoboszlai | ||
| J. Gomez | Thiago Alcantara | ||
| K. Tsimikas | H. Elliott |
Achievements of Liverpool FC
In the domestic competition, the club has won 19 league titles in total along with 8 FA cups. Talking about international competitions, the club successfully achieved 6 European cups, 4 UEFA Super Cups, 3 UEFA cups, and 1 FIFA World Cup. In the year 2020, it achieved the title of premier league, defeating
Liverpool won a treble-the FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Cup in 2001 under the guidance of Houllier.
Premier League Standing
Liverpool FC has been able to win the Premier League title 19 times in its lifetime. In the following table, you will find its positioning in the competition in past years.
| Season | Position | Points |
| 2023-24 | 3 | 28 |
| 2022-23 | 5 | 67 |
| 2021-22 | 2 | 92 |
| 2020-21 | 3 | 69 |
| 2019-20 | 1 | 99 |
| 2018-19 | 2 | 97 |
| 2017-18 | 4 | 75 |
| 2016-17 | 4 | 76 |
| 2015-16 | 8 | 60 |
| 2014-15 | 6 | 62 |
| 2013-14 | 2 | 84 |
| 2012-13 | 7 | 61 |
| 2011-12 | 8 | 52 |
| 2010-11 | 6 | 52 |
Liverpool grabbed their nineteenth league title in 2019-20, the first during the Premier League era. Upon winning the competition, Liverpool made a huge record of winning the Premier League earlier than any other team by games played (with seven games remaining).
Liverpool’s Future Goals
With the new signing of Ominik Szoboszlai in Liverpool FC, the team is expected to make a huge impact in all the competitions. Also, Darwin Nunez is increasing his prominence every day. With the new talent thriving on the pitch, the club hopes to achieve more titles this season.
However, there’s been buzz related to the transfer of some players including Mohamed Salah, Virgil Van Dijk, and Thiago Alcântara. The team is looking for new talent to join them so that they can excel even after the exit of their key players. It will be interesting to see how Liverpool FC will move forward in the season.
FAQs
Q1. Who is the greatest Liverpool Football Club player of all time and why?
Ans. Steven Gerrard is the greatest Liverpool player in history. He scored 186 goals for Liverpool in 710 appearances.
Q2. Which one has a greater rivalry: Manchester United vs Liverpool or Manchester United vs Manchester City?
Ans. Manchester United vs Liverpool is the greatest rivalry in the Premier League.
Q3. Who is the captain of Liverpool FC?
Ans. Virgil van Dijk is the captain of Liverpool FC.