I've had a good search through the forum threads to see if anyone had started a similar topic so I could comment , alas no..so here's my first KOP opening post..
I recently commented on BigMicks topic of whether we should Forgive and Forget Suarez and his on and off antics and move on.My post included a mention of "Genius" footy players who have graced the game down the years and how there's a fine line when it comes to their sanity..
It got me thinking of my baptism of visits to Anfield with my grandad / dad and eventually with my mates and how we were privelliged to witness some amazing oppostition players in front of The Kop and the respect and applause they received...
It's almost like they revelled in our unique stadiums atmosphere which brought out their effortless talent and earned them, quite often, a standing ovation..
There's no better place on earth if your a footballer to showcase your talent than in front of The Kop as we know skill and talent when we see it more then any other set of fans in the world..and if your good , we'll let you know..
Some so called "world class" players have come to Anfield and been fed on scraps and gone away with absolutely nothing , others have ran the game and gone away with a goal or two and the MOTM award..
So, what opposing players down the years have you had the privellige to watch at Anfield?..I'm talking skill and talent along with character to allow the Kop to wind them up..
My early recollections of outstanding performances are like i've said from the 70's and 80's..here's a few to kick things off.
Bobby Charlton / Dennis Law / George Best
Frank Worthington (Bolton)
Stan Bowles(took loadsa stick off The Kop but played a blinder for QPR)
Alan Clarke (Leeds Utd)
More recently....Patrick Veira
Glenn Hoddle
I remember seeing a few European players from the 70's too but I can't really recollect their names as I was so young but I can remember the reception they got from us and how well they played..