Liverpool Football Club welcomed 22 community heroes to Anfield on Sunday to enjoy the Reds' friendly fixture against Athletic Club.
The 22 heroes, who ranged from NHS staff to scientists, supermarket workers and community volunteers, enjoyed hospitality in the club’s Carlsberg Lounge as a heartfelt thank-you for the incredible work that they have done to support the city during such difficult and unprecedented times.
Prior to kick-off, an announcement was made by Reds legend Alan Kennedy, welcoming and thanking the community heroes for their outstanding contributions and continuing commitment to the community.
Liz Owens, ward manager at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, said: “My ward is a COVID ward and the past 18 months have been very tough and at times exhausting.