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QUIZ: Can you name every Liverpool manager since 1892?
This Is Anfield presents a challenging quiz testing Liverpool FC fans' knowledge of the club's managerial history, from its founding in 1892 to the present day. The interactive feature requires users to name all managers in chronological order, with hints like tenure durations and major trophies available after timeouts.[1][2]
Quiz Overview
The quiz spans over 130 years, covering 22 permanent managers (excluding some interim roles). Users have 15 minutes to complete it, earning scores based on accuracy: 22/22 for "You'll Never Walk Alone," down to 0/22 for "Time to support another club." It draws from official records, highlighting key figures and their achievements.[1][2][3]
Highlights of Liverpool's Managerial Legacy
- William Edward Barclay (1892–1895): First manager; won Lancashire League 1893 and Division 2 in 1894 (57.14% win rate over 91 games).[1]
- John McKenna (1895–1896): Secured Division 2 title; also served as chairman (69.44% win rate).[1]
- Tom Watson (1896–1915): Longest-serving (6,835 days); two Division 1 titles (1901, 1906) and Division 2 (1905).[1]
- David Ashworth (1919–1923): Division 1 champions 1922.[1]
- Bill Shankly (1959–1974): Boot Room pioneer; three Division 1 titles, UEFA Cup, FA Cup.[2][3]
- Bob Paisley (1974–1983): Most successful with 13 trophies, including six League titles and three European Cups.[2][3]
- Joe Fagan (1983–1985), Kenny Dalglish (1985–1991, 2011–2012): Continued dominance with European Cups and leagues.[2][3]
- Graeme Souness (1991–1994): FA Cup 1992, but lower win rate (42.04%).[1]
- Recent era: Gérard Houllier, Rafa Benítez (Champions League 2005), Roy Hodgson, Brendan Rodgers, Jürgen Klopp (2015–2024) (Premier League 2020, Champions League 2019), and current Arne Slot (2024–present)
Interims like George Patterson, Ronnie Moran, and joint spells (Evans/Houllier) add complexity. The quiz emphasizes Liverpool's rich history of 19 League titles and six European Cups under these leaders. Fans are encouraged to test themselves and share scores on social media.[1][2]
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