Gareth Roberts – Spirit of Shankly

Newcastle United v Liverpool – “And It’s Live!” – But What About Life?

Newcastle United v Liverpool – “And It’s Live!” – But What About Life? NEW season. Fresh start. Same treatment. TV comes first. Fans come last. Fixtures are moved with no thought, no care and no accountability — and it keeps happening. Liverpool’s trip to Newcastle United, originally scheduled for Saturday 23 August at 3pm, has been moved to Bank Holiday Monday at 8pm for Sky Sports. That’s a 350-mile round trip on a weeknight with no train home. Travelling supporters will be left with limited options: a late-night drive, an overnight stay, or a coach trip returning [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-07-11T18:42:17+01:00July 11th, 2025|

Merseyside Teams Triumph as Liverpool Hosts Its First Shankly Cup

Merseyside Teams Triumph as Liverpool Hosts Its First Shankly Cup Merseyside teams came out on top at the 2025 Shankly Cup, with SGA Internationals lifting the main trophy and Marine winning the Shankly Shield after a brilliant day of youth football in Liverpool. Held on Saturday June 28 at Wyncote Sports Ground — home of the Steven Gerrard Academy — the tournament brought together eight under-13 teams from across the UK and Ireland to celebrate football, community, and the enduring legacy of Bill Shankly.The Shankly Cup is organised, funded and run by Spirit of Shankly, and was [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-07-10T09:29:13+01:00July 10th, 2025|

Liverpool Supporters’ Board: Our Response To The Club’s Ticketing Changes

Liverpool Supporters’ Board: Our Response To The Club’s Ticketing Changes THE club has announced a series of changes to ticketing processes after proposals first shared with the Supporters’ Board earlier this year. We’ve met regularly with the club to discuss these proposals in detail, using feedback from supporters — including through the recent survey — to help shape our position. Many of the responses reflected our reservations: these changes will affect supporters in different ways, depending on how they attend matches and who they purchase tickets for. Some changes reflect ideas we welcomed and influenced. [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-06-25T14:05:17+01:00June 25th, 2025|

Liverpool Supporters’ Board – Ticketing Survey Results

Liverpool Supporters' Board – Ticketing Survey Results SUPPORTERS were recently invited to take part in a survey to share their views on potential ticketing changes being considered by the club. The Supporters' Board worked closely with LFC to shape the questions and ensure the survey reached all fans with a ticketing history. The areas under review include: Improving the Members’ Sale process to make it quicker and smoother ⁠Reviewing the Friends & Family system – including the possibility of capping list sizes, but allowing updates throughout the season ⁠Exploring new ways of distributing tickets to [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-06-23T14:04:46+01:00June 23rd, 2025|

Shankly Cup Heads to Liverpool for 2025 Tournament

Shankly Cup Heads to Liverpool for 2025 Tournament What: Shankly Cup 2025 When: Saturday 28 June, kick-off from 12 noon | Event expected to finish by 6pm Where: Wyncote Sports Ground, Mather Avenue, Mossley Hill, Liverpool THE Shankly Cup returns for its third year – and for the first time, the tournament will be staged in Liverpool. Organised by Spirit of Shankly – Liverpool Supporters Union, the event brings together eight Under-13 teams from across the UK and Ireland to celebrate football, community and the enduring legacy of Bill Shankly. This year’s competing teams are: [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-06-18T13:24:55+01:00June 18th, 2025|

Spirit of Shankly Lead National Push to Stand Up for Football’s Community

Spirit of Shankly Lead National Push to Stand Up for Football’s Community Spirit of Shankly have submitted a motion to the Football Supporters' Association's 2025 Annual General Meeting, calling for the protection of football’s community foundations to be recognised as a key campaign priority. The motion, titled Defending Football’s Community Foundations, builds on the success of the FSA’s ongoing Stop Exploiting Loyalty campaign by proposing a fourth pillar alongside ticket pricing, concessions, and supporter engagement — focused on defending the matchday culture that gives the game its identity. This isn’t the first time SoS have [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-06-12T14:43:04+01:00June 12th, 2025|

Liverpool Supporters’ Board: Ticket Changes – Have Your Say

Liverpool Supporters’ Board: Ticket Changes – Have Your Say Earlier this year, Liverpool FC confirmed there will be no rise in general admission ticket prices for the 2025/26 season. Since then, the club has begun discussions with the Supporters’ Board about a number of possible changes for next season on how tickets are sold and used. Some changes have already been introduced: Every Seat, Every Game – a new policy for season ticket holders, asking that their seat is used for at least 15 league games a season. If you can’t attend, you’re expected to [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-05-09T14:30:41+01:00May 9th, 2025|

Joint Statement: Spirit of Shankly, Newcastle United Supporters Trust & The EFL

Joint Statement: Spirit of Shankly, Newcastle United Supporters Trust & The EFL Spirit of Shankly (SoS) and Newcastle United Supporters Trust (NUST) recently met with representatives of the English Football League (EFL) to discuss issues raised in our open letter regarding the 2025 Carabao Cup Final. The discussion was open, constructive and welcomed by all involved. As supporter organisations, our aim is always to represent, support and fight for fans – not just at our own clubs but across the game. The EFL’s willingness to engage and hear those concerns is appreciated and we hope [...]

By Gareth Roberts|2025-05-08T12:41:15+01:00May 8th, 2025|