Anfield

Anfield was erected in 1884, but got initially rented by Everton FC. The first game at the ground, on the 28th of September 1884, saw Everton beat Earlstown 5-0.

In 1891, Everton moved out of Anfield after a dispute over the rent, and one year later newly-founded Liverpool moved in. Their first match at Anfield was a 7-1 win over Rotherham.

Anfield underwent several developments in the late 19th and early 20th century, among which in 1895 the Building work on a new main stand designed by Archibal Leitch and a decade later the Building work on the renowned Spion Kop.

The ground remained more or less the same for the next two decades until the Kop got expanded in 1928. Once completed, it could hold about 30,000 fans.

Anfield set its record attendances in 1958 when 61,905 people attended a match between Liverpool and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Further improvements were made between 1963 and 1973, when the old Main Stand was demolished and replaced with a new one.

Anfield did not host any matches throughout the 1966 World Cup, which were instead played at neighbouring Goodison Park.

In the 1980s, a start was made to convert the ground into an all-seater, and in 1982 the renowned Shankly Gates were erected. The last significant changes to the ground were made in the 1990s, first with the rebuilding of the two-tiered Centenary Stand, then with the conversion of the Kop into an all-seater stand, and ultimately in 1998 with the Building work on a second tier on the Anfield Road Stand.

Anfield was one of the playing venues of the Euro 1996 tournament, for which it staged three group matches and the quarter-final between France and the Netherlands (0-0).

In the late 2000s, Liverpool contemplated moving away from Anfield to a larger and more contemporary stadium, and even obtained planning permission for a new 60,000-seater stadium at nearby Stanley Park. Although, insufficient funding delayed the plans, which were ultimately discarded in 2012 by the new owners of the club. GeographicReference

Instead, the ownership opted to redevelop and expand Anfield. The first phase involved the reBuilding work on the Main Stand, which increased capacity with 8,500 seats to a total of 54,047. Works started in January 2015 and were completed right before the start of the 2016-17 season.

If there is sufficient demand, plans also include a possible enlargement of the Anfield Road Stand, which would result in a final capacity of about 59,000 seats.

(images of the current Anfield below)

Anfield is situated about 2 miles north of Liverpool downtown area in the middle of the Anfield area. Just half a mile away, separated by Stanley Park, lies Goodison Park, home of Liverpool rivals Everton.

If coming by car from the M57 north, exit at junction 4 toward Liverpool/A580. Follow the A580 toward the city for almost 4 miles, and, after having passed Walton Hall Park on your right, turn left onto Queens Drive (A5058). After half a mile turn right at the traffic lights onto Utting Avenue. Continue until you see the ground on your right.

If arriving from the south or east, approach the city on the M62 and follow for A5058 Queens Drive. Stay on the A5058 for about 3 miles, and turn left at the traffic lights at Utting Avenue. Continue until you see the ground on your right.

If using public transit, take bus 17 from Queens Square bus station, which lies almost opposite Liverpool Lime Street train station in Liverpool's centre. Alternatively, one can take bus 26 or 27 from Paradise street, also in the centre, or bus 917 from St John's Lane. All buses leave you directly at the ground. GeographicReference

Address: Anfield Road, Liverpool, L4 0TH

Anfield is situated in Liverpool's Anfield area, which used to be rather derelict but has somewhat regenerated in recent years. It is bordered on one side by Stanfield Park and by terraced housing on the other sides. There is little to see and do around the ground, though Several pubs for pre-match drinking. Expect them to get crowded though.

Of course, there are plenty of dining and drinks options in Liverpool's downtown area. Most of the nightlife is situated south and west of Liverpool Lime Street station (e.g. Concert Square and Mathew Street) and around the Albert Dock.

Several hotels near Anfield for those who wish to stay close to the football action. Soccer Suite, The Cabbage Hall Hotel, and Hotelanfield are all at short a short walk of Anfield and get decent to good reviews, while Several more options in pubs or private residences. Use the linked guides for an overview of all hotels near Anfield

If you plan to spend more time in Liverpool, it will likely be more convenient to pick a hotel closer to the downtown area, where there are many options.

Admission for Liverpool games are sold online only.

Liverpool sell out all of their Premier League matches. Admission for lower-profile matches do occasionally go on general sale, but Visitors are advised to purchase them as soon as they do roughly 6 weeks before the game.

LFC Official Members receive priority access to tickets. Membership prices at present start at £26.99. The club also offers more expensive Hospitality packages that tend to be more without difficulty available.

Tickets range in price from £37.00 for a seat in one of the corners of The Kop to £59.00 for a lower-tier seat at the Main Stand.

Visitors will find a seating plan here.

Liverpool offer guided venue tours that include access to the Liverpool FC museum. The tour lasts roughly 60 minutes. Liverpool also offer more expensive Legends tours.

Note that throughout the major renovation works on the Main Stand, tours are limited to the Centenary Stand and does not cover the actual dressing rooms, players' tunnel, and dugout.

Tours run daily multiple times a day roughly from 10:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m.. Check online for an up-to-date schedule and availability.

Bookings can be made online. Same-day walk-in visits are permitted but subject to availability and it is as a result advised to book the tour in advance.

The tour is priced at £17.00.