3 Types of Liverpool Fans (And What Gift to Get Them)

A scarf for one is for keeping warm, but the same scarf for another is a sign of loyalty to their favourite football club. This is why picking gifts is important. It's true that one must accept any gift they receive with gratitude and grace, but people should also be more intentional and thoughtful about the presents they give.

This brings up the next point: If you need to buy a gift for a true-red supporter of the Liverpool Football Club, it may be a good idea to shop for gifts at the Liverpool store in Dubai. Yes, they may appreciate a mug that says "The Most Loyal Friend" (Aww!), but they'll be over the moon for an LFC metallic latte mug.

Anything with the liver bird, the LFC logo, YNWA, Anfield, or any Liverpool FC-related text and graphics on it is a link to the Liverpool FC legacy, the Reds' shared heartbeat, and a Kopite's superstition and loyalty.

Therefore, if you're gift-hunting or self-gifting (no judgment), here's a list that breaks down Liverpool fans into types and suggests gifts they'll appreciate.

1. The Walking Encyclopaedia
The walking encyclopaedia has been around. They have seen decades of football, and their vibe is 'football peaked in '89' or something similar. Their favourite club managers are Bill Shankly, Bob Paisley, and Kenny Dalglish.

They're not stingy, of course, and have affection for any manager who was in charge when Liverpool FC won a trophy or a title. As such, they have mostly good things to say about Jürgen Klopp, Gerard Houllier, and Rafael Benitez.

The walking encyclopaedia is the person you talk to if you want to learn about Liverpool FC's glorious history. They are a walking, talking LFC archive of historic moments and stats. They probably have a VHS player and VHS tapes of spectacular matches.

This one's got taste-and trauma. And they'll remind you of both at every opportunity.

What to Give Them
Give them a retro jersey, of course. One look, and they'll know what year it's from. Which particular jersey? Any that invokes a special moment in LFC history.

The 1983/84 Crown Paints home and away kits should make excellent gifts. Liverpool FC won three titles that season: the First Division Championship, the English Football League Cup, and the European Cup.

How about the 2005 Carlsberg jersey? That might actually make them cry.

It was half-time of the 2005 UEFA Champions League finals between AC Milan and Liverpool FC, 3-0 in favour of AC Milan. In the second half, the valiant Reds scored three goals in the first 15 or 16 minutes. The game continued in extra time and went into penalties, but ultimately, Liverpool FC turned the tide and claimed the cup.

2. The Kopite Philosopher
Kopite comes from the word 'Kop', and it refers to someone who once stood (or now sits) on the Kop. The Kop is the steeply inclined stand behind one of the goals by the Walton Breck Road end of the Anfield stadium, the home of Liverpool FC.

Kopites are fans so passionate about Liverpool FC that they travel all the way to Anfield to sit on the Kop (or somewhere else in the stadium) and watch a home game first-hand. It has a wider meaning, however; Kopites may also encompass anyone who's avidly fond of and loyal to Liverpool FC, regardless of whether they've been to Anfield or not.

Kopites are a different breed. They casually drop Shankly quotable quotes in casual conversation, even when they're not talking about football. They certainly (well, most probably) cried during that great Liverpool 4 - 0 Barcelona 2019 UEFA Champions League semi-final match.

To Kopites, Anfield is not a mere place but their home. Therefore, any Liverpool FC gift for them is sacred. Yes, even a coaster.

What to Give Them
A coaster? That'll do. Air fresheners, a This is Anfield metal badge, an Anfield Road street sign fridge magnet, a keyring, or a jumbo wooden 3D Anfield Road street sign-they'd like all of those. If you want to go one better, get them a framed poster of the lyrics to 'You'll Never Walk Alone'.

3. The Superstitious Scarf-Wearer
You know how some people wear their lucky underwear or socks on important days? Some Liverpool FC fans have lucky scarves, which they proudly wear every match day.

How do you know they're superstitious? They wear the same scarf to every match. They've been doing it for years, too. The kicker? They don't wash it. They haven't done so since the last winning game.

Their scarf must be tied ever so precisely, using the same number of folds and the same knot every time. If Liverpool wins, it's because of the scarf. If Liverpool loses, it's because they missed a knot or a fold.

What to Give Them
Give them a Liverpool FC scarf. No, they won't wear it to game days-they will only ever wear the scarf they already have. However, they'll love having more scarves.

Give them all sorts of scarves: walk-on, crest, Shankly, bar, and home scarves. You can also present them with a scarf bearing their favourite player. Better yet, frame each scarf. They're not wearing it, remember? This way, they can conveniently display them in their study or LFC hobby room.

A Mighty Reds Gift-Giving Guide
There's no one way to be a Liverpool fan. Some tell and retell LFC matches, some quote LFC managers, while others wear the same scarf at every game. Whichever type your friend or family member is, they're sure to love any and all LFC merchandise. Give them a Liverpool away kit if you're pressed for ideas; you can be sure they'll love it. YNWA.

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Founded in 1892, Liverpool FC is one of the world's most historic and famous football clubs, having won 19 League championships, including the Premier League, seven FA Cups, eight League Cups, six European Cups, three UEFA Cups, four European Super Cups and 15 Charity Shields, to become England's most successful team and has been represented by a host of footballing legends.

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