History of Liverpool F.C. (1892–1959)

Liverpool Football Club was formed on 15 March 1892 following a disagreement between the directors of Everton Football Club and its president, John Houlding. A dispute over rent resulted in Everton moving to Goodison Park, which left Houlded with an empty stadium. Liverpool played their first match on 1 September 1892, a pre-season friendly match against Rotherham Town, which they...