Liverpool FC have joined the fight to end period poverty by offering free sanitary products at Anfield. This means that at the Reds’ next home fixture against Fulham on Sunday, all ladies and accessible toilets throughout the stadium will be kitted out with either ‘free-vend’ machines or baskets of items for female fans to "take what they need". Period poverty describes the inability to properly take care of menstrual needs due to lack of affordability, and it is estimated one in 10 girls and young women in the UK are unable to access adequate sanitary protection. The Club released a statement earlier today following a successful trials at the Manchester City, Red Star Belgrade and Cardiff City fixtures. Daniel Gallo, HR Director at Liverpool FC, said: “Period poverty is a very real issue and one that no-one should have to face, so we want to do our bit to help any supporters who may be struggling to access these essential products. “Free sanitary items … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC giving away free sanitary products to female fans at the match
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Liverpool FC ‘quietly for sale’ as owner John W Henry ‘entertaining offers’
Liverpool FC is 'quietly on the market' amid fresh speculation owner John W Henry is ready to sell the club. The billionaire is "privately entertaining offers" for the Premier League giants, according to the New York Post. They suggest the sports magnate, who also owns Boston Red Sox, is now in a position to "quietly" listen to potential buyers. Henry purchased Liverpool for $447 million in 2010 but the Post claim he is looking for a price of around $2 billion for the Reds. It was reported in August that Abu Dhabi tycoon Sheik Khaled Bin Zayed Al Nahayan made an unsuccessful approach to buy Liverpool in late 2017. It is unclear if the cousin of Manchester City owner Sheik Mansour has cooled his interest after reportedly being rebuffed. Fenway Sports Group — Henry’s holding company - denied that the club was up for sale this summer. Football finance expert Kieran Maguire believes it is in the American's best interest to stick it out. “FSG see a lot more growth in … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC ‘quietly for sale’ as owner John W Henry ‘entertaining offers’
Liverpool FC Women’s new coach relishing Man City challenge
Liverpool FC Women boss Vicky Jepson insists her players are relishing the challenge of facing Manchester City in the Women's Super League at Prenton Park on Sunday (2pm kick-off). Big-spenders City are second in the table, three points behind early pace-setters Arsenal. However, fifth placed Liverpool have enjoyed an upturn in fortunes since Jepson took over following Neil Redfearn's shock exit in September. The Reds had secured back-to-back wins over Yeovil Town and West Ham prior to last weekend's narrow 1-0 defeat to champions Chelsea. “I don't like losing but the performance against Chelsea was good,” Jepson told the ECHO. “Our game plan worked well but unfortunately we just weren't clinical enough. “Man City will provide another difficult test for us but the girls are really looking forward to it. We're the underdogs but that's fine because it means the pressure is on them. Read More Must-read Liverpool FC stories from the past 24 hours “City have … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC Women’s new coach relishing Man City challenge
Liverpool FC announce total amount raised for Sean Cox appeal
Liverpool FC has revealed that it raised £59,000 (€67,154) for the Sean Cox Appeal at last weekend's Liverpool v Cardiff City game at Anfield.The collection at Saturday's game was supported by volunteers from Liverpool FC, its official charity the LFC Foundation and the Liverpool FC Supporters Union Spirit of Shankly.Liverpool FC thanked everyone who participated in the collection, either as collectors or donors and said that fans can still support the appeal through the dedicated GoFundMe page.Sean Cox sustained serious and life-altering injuries earlier this year while attending a football game in Liverpool.Over the past number of months, Sean has been taking small steps on a road to recovery. His journey will be a difficult one and the focus will continue on ensuring the best possible care to maximise the potential in Sean’s recovery. Sean recently commenced a rehabilitation programme in Dun Laoghaire and will continue to require ongoing and intensive long-term care … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC announce total amount raised for Sean Cox appeal
How Liverpool FC helped out Michael Maguire and his New Zealand squad
Ex-Wigan coach Michael Maguire is hoping some of Liverpool FC’s stardust rubs off on his New Zealand players this weekend. Maguire and the Kiwi squad trained at the Reds’ Melwood training facility in preparation for the Test against Anfield at Anfield on Sunday.Jurgen Klopp’s outfit reached the Champions League Final last season and are currently second in the Premier League.Maguire, who coached Wigan for two years from 2010, said: “I’d just like to say thank you to all the staff and Jurgen, to allow us to train here is a pretty special for us all.“We watch from afar, Liverpool is one of the biggest clubs in the world.“They said we’re one of the only teams allowed to train here, we appreciate being allowed to be in this space, it’s very special.”Maguire and Klopp exchanged ideas and shirts before the Reds watched on as the tourists performed the Haka in the canteen.The video was later posted on social media by both Liverpool … [Read more...] about How Liverpool FC helped out Michael Maguire and his New Zealand squad