Galatasaray v Liverpool FC

Galatasaray v Liverpool FC Spirit of Shankly have met repeatedly with Liverpool FC to raise serious concerns about the conditions being imposed on supporters in Istanbul. The club have pressed hard on our behalf, but have been ignored. We remain deeply disappointed that, in 2025, fans are still being forced onto buses without toilets, told to surrender everyday items such as power banks, iPods and headphones despite digital-only tickets, and left without absolute clarity on medical exemptions for vital equipment such as inhalers or diabetic supplies. Supporters are understandably concerned. This is not unique to [...]

By |2025-09-26T13:39:42+01:00September 26th, 2025|
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Concerns over Iain Dale event at Labour Party Conference, Liverpool

Concerns over Iain Dale event at Labour Party Conference, Liverpool THIS week, our chair Paul Khan has written to Keir Starmer and Merseyside MPs with concerns over an advertised event at the Labour Party Conference, which will held in Liverpool from Sunday 28 September to Wednesday 1 October. Dear Prime Minister, I write on behalf of Spirit of Shankly to express deep concern regarding the planned appearance and book signing by Iain Dale at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool next month. Iain Dale’s presence in this city, and at a Labour event, is completely [...]

By |2025-08-08T13:39:51+01:00August 8th, 2025|
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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 |2025-07-11T18:42:17+01:00July 11th, 2025|
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Update to Recent Sanctions

Meeting with club A significant number of supporters recently received sanction letters, with alleged wrongdoing that centred around the manipulation of NFC passes, and or the use of software to facilitate buying tickets. We immediately contacted the club to understand better what had happened and raise concerns of the dozens of impacted supporters who contacted us. Following recent events, we have now been able meet with the club, who told us that approximately 700 supporters have received sanction letters – around 75% of these relate specifically to allegations on NFC passes.  Some 270 supporters have [...]

By |2025-07-11T16:08:33+01:00July 11th, 2025|
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SOS present Jürgen Klopp with a unique statue

Iron Man When Jürgen Klopp returned to Liverpool for the final weekend of the season, he took time out to meet with a small SOS delegation so we could present him with a statue as a token of our gratitude for all he did for Liverpool FC during his time as manager. In January 2024 when Jürgen announced he would be leaving at the end of the season there was sadness, incredulity and disbelief. But these emotions changed quickly to admiration and thanks for what he’d done in returning LFC to a club regularly competing [...]

By |2025-06-12T14:14:38+01:00May 29th, 2025|
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Statement on incident in Water Street, Liverpool

Investigation ongoing We are deeply saddened by the incident on Water Street yesterday. Our thoughts are with all those affected and we hope for a swift recovery to those who were injured. We are proud of how our city responded, from the emergency services and bystanders who helped at the scene, and also the countless individuals from across Liverpool who stepped up immediately offering support, shelter, food and transport to those stranded in the city and unable to get home. We urge people to follow the advice of the police and authorities not to speculate [...]

By |2025-06-12T14:15:46+01:00May 27th, 2025|
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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 |2025-06-12T14:43:04+01:00June 12th, 2025|
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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 |2025-05-09T14:30:41+01:00May 9th, 2025|
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Spirit of Shankly Join 115 Fan Organisations To Call For Halt On Ticket Price Rises

Spirit of Shankly Join 115 Fan Organisations To Call For Halt On Ticket Price Rises SPIRIT of Shankly has joined 115 other supporter organisations – including the Liverpool Supporters' Board – in calling for a two-year halt on ticket price rises across the Premier League. Supporter groups from all 20 Premier League clubs have co-signed a letter shared by The Football Supporters' Association under the banner: 'Protect The Fans. Protect The Game.' Our chair Paul Khan, alongside Supporters' Board chair Jay McKenna, has written to Liverpool FC to emphasise the reasons for pushing for a [...]

By |2025-11-24T15:18:51+00:00November 24th, 2025|
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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 |2025-05-08T12:41:15+01:00May 8th, 2025|
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