Jurgen Klopp’s reign at Liverpool came to a tearful close on Sunday as the Reds secured a 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in their final Premier League match of the 2023/24 season. This win capped off an emotional day that saw Anfield bid farewell to their beloved manager, who announced his departure earlier this year.
Liverpool secured a third-place finish with the win, thanks to goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Jarell Quansah. However, the focus of the day was undoubtedly Klopp’s impending departure. The stadium erupted in a thunderous ovation as the German manager stepped onto the pitch, with fans unveiling a special “Jurgen” mosaic and a giant heart in the colors of the German flag.
Virgil van Djik couldn’t hold onto his own, embracing Klopp
The raw emotion of the occasion was palpable. Klopp himself stood in silence, absorbing the adulation of the Anfield crowd as they belted out the iconic “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” Even Virgil van Dijk, one of Klopp’s most dependable players, succumbed to the moment, sharing a heartfelt embrace with his departing manager.
Jurgen Klopp achievements at Liverpool
The German took the reigns from Brendan Rodgers midway in the 2013 season. Klopp completely revolutionized the club, transitioning the club into one of the most dominating European side. The 56-year-old managed 490 matches for Liverpool, which them win 304 of those, meanwhile, losing only 86.
Competitions | Titles |
FA Cup (2021/22) | 1 |
Premier League (19/20) | 1 |
UEFA Champions League (18/19) | 1 |
League Cup (21/22) | 1 |
UEFA Super Cup (19/20) | 1 |
Community Shield (22/23) | 1 |
FIFA Club World Cup (2019 Qatar) | 1 |
PL Asia Trophy | 1 |