In life, we have a dream, the lucky few get to live it. The Dream 10th to 15th May 2018. Six days and five nights you’ll never forget. Spend time in the company of Liverpool FC, culminating with the chance to play at one of the world’s most iconic football destinations. Anfield. Opportunities like this come along just once in a lifetime. It’s your dream. Live it. The Dream Countdown: Day 1: Thursday 10th May 2018 Your introduction to Liverpool. The City. The Club. Countdown: Day 1 Welcome to one of the world’s great football and maritime cities The Dream includes 5 nights at the Staybridge Suites located on Keel Wharf, just a short walk from the historic Albert Dock and Liverpool city centre. Each of the studio suites offers apartment style accommodation with home comforts including a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom and living area. Check-in and registration is from 3pm, with a photo opportunity with a piece of LFC’s silverware. Countdown: Day 1 Your kit awaits When you arrive in your room, your very own personalised official kit and training kit will be waiting for you. A memento, yours to keep. Countdown: Day 1 Your seat at the LFC Players’ Awards 2018 After you have settled into your room you will be taken to the prestigious LFC Players’ Awards 2018 at Anfield Stadium for a night to remember. A VIP night to remember You’ll be in the company of Jürgen Klopp, the First Team squad, Liverpool Ladies FC, Academy players and former LFC Legends as together we reflect on what has been a truly special season for Liverpool Football Club, as we marked 125 years of The Liverpool Way. You’ll look back on the 2017/18 season and honour the individual success stories. Your VIP evening includes a delicious 4-course sit down meal with drinks, the full awards ceremony, commemorative gift and souvenir programme. Countdown: Days 2/3: Friday 11th and Saturday 12th May 2018 Learn to play. The Liverpool Way. Countdown: Days 2/3 Take lessons from the ‘greats’ Over the next two days, you’ll get a unique opportunity to learn to play The Liverpool Way. Know-how from League, FA Cup and European Cup winners These football sessions will take place at The LFC Academy where the FA qualified coaching staff and LFC Legends will work on tailor-made training sessions to develop your game. Countdown: Days 2/3 Training Day at The Academy You’ll be put through your paces by our LFC Legends who will hone your skills ready for you to live The Dream, when you play on the pitch at Anfield: Alan Kennedy – clinched the 1981 European Cup Final winner David Johnson – netted 78 goals for LFC David Fairclough – seven goals in 14 appearances during his debut Phil Neal – helped bring home 22 pieces of silverware Alan Kennedy Date of Birth: 31st August 1954 Birthplace: Sunderland LFC Debut: 19th August 1978 Against: Queens Park Rangers LFC Appearances: 359 LFC Goals: 20 LFC Honours 1st Division Championship 1978/79, 1979/80, 1981/82, 1983/84 & 1984/85 League Cup: 1981, 1982, 1983 & 1984 European Cup: 1981 & 1984 Charity Shield: 1979, 1980 & 1982 David Johnson Date of Birth: 23rd October 1951 Birthplace: Liverpool LFC Debut: 21st August 1976 Against: Norwich City LFC Appearances: 213 LFC Goals: 78 LFC Honours 1st Division Championship 1976/77, 1978/79,1979/80 & 1980/81 European Cup: 1977, 1978 & 1981 Charity Shield: 1979 & 1980 European Super Cup: 1977 Phil Neal Date of Birth: 20th February 1951 Birthplace: Irchester LFC Debut: 16th November 1974 Against: Everton LFC Appearances: 650 LFC Goals: 59 LFC Honours 1st Division Championship 1975/76, 1976/77 1978/79, 1979/80 1981/82, 1982/83 1983/84 & 1985/86 League /Milk Cup: 1981, 1982, 1983 & 1984 European Cup: 1977, 1978, 1981 & 1984 UEFA Cup: 1976 Charity Shield: 1976, 1977 (shared) 1979, 1980 & 1982 European Super Cup: 1977 David Fairclough Date of Birth: 5th January 1957 Birthplace: Liverpool LFC Debut: 1st November 1975 Against: Middlesborough LFC Appearances: 154 LFC Goals: 55 LFC Honours 1st Division Championship 1975/76, 1976/77, 1979/80, 1982/83 Milk Cup: 1982 & 1983 European Cup: 1977 & 1978 UEFA Cup: 1976 Charity Shield: 1976,1977 (shared) 1980 & 1981 European Super Cup: 1977 Countdown: Day 4: Sunday 13th May 2018 A day at Anfield to watch your heroes Countdown: Day 4 Liverpool FC v Brighton & Hove Albion FC Take in Anfield’s famous atmosphere at the Reds’ final Premier League home game of 2017/18. Countdown: Day 4 David Johnson will meet guests in the hotel reception before travelling on the coach towards Anfield. Dine in style Soak up the pre-matchday atmosphere with hospitality at The Isla Gladstone Conservatory. Located in Stanley Park, this Grade II listed Conservatory has under gone complete restoration and refurbishment and is now a magnificent example of Victorian architecture. You’ll enjoy a reception drink upon arrival, a three-course meal served before the game including tea and coffee, a visit from former LFC players and complimentary matchday programme. It’s then a short walk to the stadium to enjoy the game. Countdown: Day 5: Monday 14th May 2018 Your tactical masterclass Countdown: Day 5 Pre-match preparation with a Legend as coach You’ll take part in the final pre-match preparations and tactical sessions with either Phil Thompson or John Arne Riise as your team’s manager. Phil Thompson Date of Birth: 21st January 1954 Birthplace: Kirby, Liverpool LFC Debut: 3rd April 1972 Against: Manchester United LFC Appearances: 477 LFC Goals: 13 LFC Honours 1st Division Championship 1972/73, 1975/76, 1976/77, 1978/79, 1979/80, 1981/82 & 1982/83 FA Cup: 1974 League/Milk Cup: 1981 & 1982 European Cup: 1978 & 1981 UEFA Cup: 1973 & 1976 Charity Shield: 1974, 1976, 1977 (shared), 1979, 1980 & 1982 European Super Cup: 1977 John Arne Riise Date of Birth: 24th September 1980 Birthplace: Molde, Norway LFC Debut: 24th August 2001 Against: Bayern Munich LFC Appearances: 339 LFC Goals: 30 LFC Honours FA Cup: 2005/06 Football League Cup: 2002/03 FA Community Shield: 2001 & 2006 UEFA Champions League: 2004/05 UEFA Super Cup: 2001 & 2005 Countdown: Day 5 A night-time visit to our Superstore Prior to your VIP Stadium Tour, you’ll get exclusive private access into the new LFC Superstore at Anfield. Enjoy a private drinks reception and shop at your leisure with 10% off all purchases. Countdown: Day 5 Your personal VIP Stadium Tour Follow in the footsteps of your heroes and experience Anfield Stadium like never before during a private tour with Riise. Highlights include: • Epic pitch and city views from the highest level of the Main Stand. • The new state-of-the-art Home Team Dressing Room – it’s here you’ll prepare for your own big game. • The new Players’ Tunnel – soon you’ll be touching this This Is Anfield sign yourself as you walk out onto the pitch. • The Manager’s Dugout – where your Legend will give instructions as you play the biggest match of your life. Countdown: Day 5 5-star dining in the exclusive Boardroom at Anfield You’ll be taken up to The Boadroom for a once in a lifetime dining experience. It’s here all the Club’s greats come together on matchdays. You’ll enjoy a sumptuous 4-course dinner and drinks, all in the company of Riise. Then it’s back to the hotel to relax in preparation for the big day ahead. Day 6: Game Day: Tuesday 15th May 2018 Play on the hallowed Anfield turf Day 6: Game Day The build-up starts here To build the atmosphere before you step onto the hallowed turf of Anfield, travel like a First Team player on board an Executive Coach alongside your teammates. Collecting you from the hotel, this luxury coach offers first class facilities to get you ready for kick-off. Day 6: Game Day Your seat in Jürgen’s dressing room You’ll quite literally follow in the footsteps of your LFC heroes as you take your seat in the new state-of-the-art Home Team Dressing Room, taking in last minute tactics and instructions from managerial Legend. Coach’s team talk This is the first chance to view the opposition who will consist of other participants of The Dream as you pull on the iconic red shirt. Day 6: Game Day Touched by the greats Feel the goosebumps of anticipation as you line up in the players tunnel, stopping to touch the famous ‘This is Anfield’ sign... Play on the hallowed Anfield turf Six Day Day 6: Game Day Look around, take in the view Take a deep breath as you step out onto the hallowed turf of Anfield with your teammates 90 minutes of your life you’ll never forget This really is a guaranteed “pinch yourself moment’ you will never forget. Over the past 125 years, only a select few have been lucky enough to play here. Day 6: Game Day Departing lunch with your teammates and LFC Legends After the final whistle you’ll be taken to the Executive Lounge for a departing lunch hosted by the two LFC Legend managers. All guests will receive a medal, but will you be Man of the Match… Following The Dream, you will receive a link to re-live with friends and family your entire journey of this incredible once in a lifetime experience. Opportunities like this happen just once in a lifetime. BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW Call: 0151 264 2222 or Email: [email protected] It’s your dream.