Before the Liverpool Legends game against Manchester United, Sir Kenny Dalglish spoke about the opportunity these games give players to say goodbye and thank the fans.
Speaking to the club’s website, the 71-year-old said: “I think once you join a football club like Liverpool, it will always be very close to your heart.
“A lot of the guys are working elsewhere with other clubs, so when it comes to an international break, they also have the opportunity to come and say, ‘Thank you for having us and thank you for your support.'”
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‘Some people may have left and never got a chance to leave on their terms or say goodbye the way they would have liked to.
‘If they come to play, it’s an opportunity to show how much you miss him.’
The main focus of these games will always be to raise money for charity and the LFC Foundation will be a huge beneficiary of tickets purchased for the day.
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However, it would not be possible if the players did not enjoy their time at the club and wanted to return to Anfield once again.
Players like Momo Sissoko, Xabi Alonso, Maxi RodrÃguez, Robbie Keane and Florent Sinama-Pongolle will have the rare opportunity to see our fans again.
It’s set to be a big day as the legends team look to secure the Legends of the North trophy, following a 3-1 first leg victory at Old Trafford.
One of the best ways to help is to go and buy a ticket for the day. Tickets can be purchased online here.
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