Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish paid the price for a disappointing season on Wednesday when he was sacked by the club's Fenway Sports Group owners. The Scot is a legend at Anfield for his actions both on and off the playing field.
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Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish paid the price for a disappointing season on Wednesday when he was sacked by the club's Fenway Sports Group owners. The Scot is a legend at Anfield for his actions both on and off the playing field.
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Dalglish arrived at Liverpool from Scottish team Celtic in 1977 and went on to play a starring in role in a golden period for the club.
A king is born... —
Dalglish arrived at Liverpool from Scottish team Celtic in 1977 and went on to play a starring in role in a golden period for the club.
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As a player, Dalglish helped Liverpool clinch European Cup glory on three occasions. The last was in 1984, when Liverpool defeated Roma on penalties in the Italian capital.
European domination —
As a player, Dalglish helped Liverpool clinch European Cup glory on three occasions. The last was in 1984, when Liverpool defeated Roma on penalties in the Italian capital.
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Dalglish's first spell as Liverpool manager was between 1985 and 1991, including a period as player manager. He guided the team to three First Division titles and two FA Cup triumphs, including a league and cup double in 1986.
Double winners —
Dalglish's first spell as Liverpool manager was between 1985 and 1991, including a period as player manager. He guided the team to three First Division titles and two FA Cup triumphs, including a league and cup double in 1986.
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In addition to his contributions as a player and manager for Liverpool, Dalglish is also held in high regard for his actions in the wake of the Hillsborough disaster. He offered incredible support to the club's fans after the tragedy took the lives of 96 supporters.
Leading through tragedy —
In addition to his contributions as a player and manager for Liverpool, Dalglish is also held in high regard for his actions in the wake of the Hillsborough disaster. He offered incredible support to the club's fans after the tragedy took the lives of 96 supporters.
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After Roy Hodgson was sacked as Liverpool manager in January 2011, the club's supporters were granted their wish as Dalglish returned to the Anfield dugout.
Return of the king —
After Roy Hodgson was sacked as Liverpool manager in January 2011, the club's supporters were granted their wish as Dalglish returned to the Anfield dugout.
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Dalglish spent heavily on his return to management, splashing out on players such as Luis Suarez (R), Stewart Downing and Jordan Henderson. His most eye-catching piece of business was the signing of striker Andy Carroll (L) from Newcastle United for a British record transfer fee.
Spending spree —
Dalglish spent heavily on his return to management, splashing out on players such as Luis Suarez (R), Stewart Downing and Jordan Henderson. His most eye-catching piece of business was the signing of striker Andy Carroll (L) from Newcastle United for a British record transfer fee.
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Suarez was central to one of the lowest points of Dalglish's return. The Uruguay striker was banned for eight matches after being found guilty of racially abusing Manchester United's Patrice Evra in October 2011. Liverpool and Dalglish were criticized for their public backing of Suarez.
Allegations of racism —
Suarez was central to one of the lowest points of Dalglish's return. The Uruguay striker was banned for eight matches after being found guilty of racially abusing Manchester United's Patrice Evra in October 2011. Liverpool and Dalglish were criticized for their public backing of Suarez.
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Against the back drop of a disappointing league campaign, Dalglish guided Liverpool to their first trophy in six years by beating second-tier Cardiff City on penalties in the League Cup final.
Silver lining —
Against the back drop of a disappointing league campaign, Dalglish guided Liverpool to their first trophy in six years by beating second-tier Cardiff City on penalties in the League Cup final.
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Liverpool also reached the final of the FA Cup, but they were defeated 2-1 by European Champions League finalists Chelsea. Dalglish's final game in charge was a 1-0 defeat to Swansea, which condemned Liverpool to their worst ever Premier League season.
Feeling blue —
Liverpool also reached the final of the FA Cup, but they were defeated 2-1 by European Champions League finalists Chelsea. Dalglish's final game in charge was a 1-0 defeat to Swansea, which condemned Liverpool to their worst ever Premier League season.
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