Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson thanked the fans who raised approximately £1. 2 million in a Liverpool FC legends match.
Earlier this year, the Swede revealed that he had one year to live after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. And the 76-year-old Sven, a lifelong Liverpool supporter, was asked to take over as manager for the match against Ajax at Anfield in March. .
The club said the sold-out occasion had raised a record amount for its own charity. Sven, who fulfilled his lifelong dream of leading the team of his formative years in front of a full stadium, said: “It was an amazing day and as much as I could I will never forget, and to know that this opportunity raised so much for the LFC Foundation. That makes it even more special to me.
He added: “Everyone knows how special the LFC family is and everyone has come here together to help raise so much cash for a cause, which will help so many people. “
The LFC Foundation works with more than 120 schools across the region to help young people stay in school, while training them in life skills and addressing social issues, such as gang involvement and crime, as well as supporting intellectual health. Matt Parish, executive director of The LFC Foundation said: “Legends’ matches are special events and this year they are even more so. “
Liverpool won the match 4-2. Ajax had taken a two-goal lead before the break at Anfield thanks to goals from Derk Boerrigter and Kiki Musampa.
Grégory Vignal and Djibril Cissé equalised for the Reds, with Nabil El Zhar completing the comeback. Fernando Torres completed the scoring at the end of the attack against Kop.
Speaking at the time, iconic former Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard said: “It’s for a smart cause, we mustn’t forget why we’re here, we’re here for a smart cause. A lot of cash will be raised. ” Today I move on to the causes.
“Sven’s presence here today is very special; As soon as I knew he was going to be the coach today, I couldn’t wait to come and play for him one more time. “
Eriksson recently enjoyed an emotional return to his former club, IFK Gothenburg. She fought back tears as enthusiasts warmly welcomed her.
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