Liverpool are back in the second tier of European football for the first time in eight years in a competition that holds plenty of fond memories from the club’s history. The Reds have lifted the UEFA Cup (now known as the on three occasions and got their first taste of continental success when they picked up that trophy in 1973. Since then, Liverpool have gone on to become European royalty and have been crowned champions of Europe on six occasions, the most recent of which coming in 2019.
Here, we’re taking a look back in time at some of the most memorable moments Liverpool have had in the UEFA Cup. Liverpool’s dramatic UEFA Cup final win over Alaves capped one of the most prolific seasons in the club’s history.
Liverpool have a storied past as far as European competitions go, but that continental pedigree truly began in 1973.
Liverpool met their bitter rivals from down the M62 in Europe for the first time back in 2016 in what promised to be an enthralling two-leg contest.