Anfield — Home of Liverpool Football Club

History

The site was first developed for football in the 1880s and originally hosted Everton Football Club. When Everton moved to a new ground in the early 1890s, Liverpool FC was formed to continue using the stadium. Over more than a century Anfield has seen continual change: early terracing gave way to all-seater stands, major reconstructions replaced older structures and modern facilities have been introduced to meet safety and spectator expectations. A significant redevelopment of the Main Stand in the 2010s increased capacity and modernised hospitality and public areas.

Stands and principal features

The stadium comprises four principal stands: the Kop, the Main Stand, the Anfield Road End and the stand formally named in honour of legendary figures associated with the club. The Kop, once a large standing terrace and famed for its vocal support, remains synonymous with Liverpool’s matchday identity. The Main Stand redevelopment expanded seating, improved sightlines and added corporate and accessible facilities. A plaque in the players’ tunnel reading "This is Anfield" is an iconic feature, often photographed and regarded as part ritual, part psychological reminder to visiting teams.

Culture and atmosphere

Anfield is celebrated for its passionate atmosphere. Supporters gather to sing the club anthem "You’ll Never Walk Alone" before kick-off and during key moments, creating a powerful, collective display of support. The stadium’s proximity to Everton’s Goodison Park gives extra resonance to the Merseyside Derby, one of English football’s oldest local rivalries. Matches against Manchester United and other major clubs also attract widespread attention.

Uses, significance and notable facts

Beyond matchdays the ground hosts tours, a museum covering the club’s history, and community and charity programmes. Liverpool FC is one of England’s most successful clubs domestically and in Europe, and the stadium remains central to the club’s identity and the sporting culture of the city.

• Approximate capacity: about 54,000 following recent redevelopment.
• Famous features: the Kop, the tunnel plaque "This is Anfield", and the rendition of "You’ll Never Walk Alone".
• Historical note: the ground predates Liverpool FC and was first used by Everton.
• Club achievements (not exhaustive): Liverpool FC has won multiple English league titles and several European Cup/Champions League trophies.