Liverpool FC has officially confirmed that former manager Jurgen Klopp will make a highly anticipated return to Anfield later this year. The German coach, who departed the club at the end of the 2023/24 season, will step back into the famous dugout—but in a special, one-off capacity for a charity fixture.
Klopp has joined the Liverpool FC Legends management team for their upcoming match against Borussia Dortmund Legends. He will serve as assistant to legendary manager Sir Kenny Dalglish, reuniting two iconic figures in the club’s history. The pair will be supported on the touchline by LFC ambassador Ian Rush and Forever Reds chair John Aldridge.
The charity match is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026, with kick-off at 3pm GMT at Anfield. Presented by official training partner AXA and in association with Forever Reds, the game will see 100% of proceeds directed to the LFC Foundation. As the Foundation’s honorary ambassador, Klopp has long championed its work, which focuses on employability programmes, helping people in the Liverpool City Region gain qualifications, skills, and employment opportunities.
This fixture carries extra significance given Klopp’s deep connections to both clubs. He enjoyed tremendous success during his time at Liverpool, delivering the Premier League title, Champions League glory, and multiple domestic cups while transforming the team into one of Europe’s elite sides. Before that, he built his reputation at Borussia Dortmund, where he managed from 2008 to 2015, leading them to Bundesliga titles and a memorable Champions League final appearance.
The game also marks a nostalgic nod to the clubs’ history, coming 10 years after their dramatic Europa League quarter-final clash in 2016. Liverpool Legends will be captained by club icon Steven Gerrard, promising a star-studded lineup of former players for what is expected to be an entertaining and emotional occasion.
Fans have reacted with excitement to the news, viewing it as a heartfelt “welcome back” moment for the man who became a beloved figure at Anfield. Klopp, who now serves as Red Bull’s global head of soccer, has given no indication of returning to full-time competitive management anytime soon. This appearance remains purely a charitable one-off, allowing him to reconnect with supporters and contribute to a good cause.
Liverpool’s announcement has sparked widespread coverage and anticipation, with many describing it as an emotional highlight in the club’s calendar. For Reds faithful, March 28, 2026, will be a day to celebrate one of the most successful eras in the club’s modern history—and the man who made it possible.
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