Liverpool Legends vs Borussia Dortmund: Anfield Charity Match Details
Anfield is set to host a spectacular charity football match this weekend, as Liverpool Legends take on their Borussia Dortmund counterparts. The event promises a nostalgic return for numerous football icons, with all proceeds supporting the LFC Foundation. The clash is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, with kick-off at 3pm, offering a family-friendly afternoon for thousands of fans.
Confirmed Players and Squads
The Liverpool Legends squad features a star-studded line-up, including goalkeepers Jerzy Dudek, Pepe Reina, and Sander Westerveld. Defenders such as Sami Hyypiä, Ragnar Klavan, Fabio Aurelio, Gregory Vignal, and Martin Kelly will bolster the backline. In midfield and attack, fans can expect to see Steven Gerrard, Thiago Alcantara, Igor Biscan, Jay Spearing, Mark Gonzalez, Ryan Babel, Albert Riera, Jermaine Pennant, Florent Sinama-Pongolle, Yossi Benayoun, Louise Schillgard, and Natasha Dowie.
For Borussia Dortmund Legends, while the full roster may see late additions, iconic names like Karl-Heinz Riedle, who played for both clubs, and former captain Sebastian Kehl are expected to feature. Other notable Dortmund greats from their 1997 Champions League-winning era and more recent fan favourites are also anticipated to participate.
How to Watch the Match
In the United Kingdom, the match will be broadcast live on LFCTV, the club's official television channel, with coverage starting at 2pm for pre-match analysis and interviews. For live streaming, supporters can use LFCTV GO via the official Liverpool FC website or the LFCTV GO app on iOS and Android devices, requiring an active subscription or a special match-day pass.
Fans in the United States can access the game through LFCTV GO, as there is no dedicated US cable broadcast. Radio coverage will be available via LFCTV's digital audio service and BBC Radio Merseyside for local listeners.
Management and Historical Context
Jürgen Klopp will return to the Anfield dugout as an honorary ambassador, assisting manager Sir Kenny Dalglish alongside fellow Liverpool icons Ian Rush and John Aldridge. This legends match marks a decade since the memorable 2016 Europa League quarter-final, where Liverpool triumphed 4-3 over Dortmund, adding an extra layer of nostalgia to the charity event. The two clubs share a rich history, including the 1966 European Cup Winners' Cup final, which Dortmund won 2-1.
