AnfieldNew exhibition to commemorate LFC's links with Ukraine on display as part of stadium tour

It includes memorabilia – such as Roberto Firmino’s shirt from the 2018 Champions League final hosted in Kyiv – and photography, which features scenes from the pre-match fan event in Shevchenko Park.

On display is a half-and-half Liverpool/Dynamo Kyiv flag from the Champions League meeting between the two clubs in 2001 – the only time the Reds have played a team from Ukraine.

Andriy Voronin, the only Ukrainian to play for Liverpool, is also featured. His personal story encapsulates the human tragedy of the war.

Born in Odessa to a Ukrainian mother and Russian father, he finally achieved his ‘dream’ when he commenced his managerial career in Russia with Dynamo Moscow in October 2020 – only to walk away the moment Russia invaded Ukraine.

A poignant object on display is the gift given to LFC by the Football Federation of Ukraine. This wooden presentation case displays 25 metal badges depicting the various football regions of Ukraine, many of which are now tragically known to the world because of the conflict.

In addition, two international caps awarded to Steven Gerrard for games played for England against Ukraine are showcased.

The display also includes framed signed shirts and images from some of the concerts held at Anfield as part of the club’s music heritage, including Pink, Bon Jovi, Eagles and Sir Elton John.

Fans and visitors coming to the city to watch Eurovision will able to see the exhibition as part of the Anfield stadium tour, with the exhibition available for a limited time.

To see it, book a stadium tour online here.