An Anfield icon has left little room for debate when naming Liverpool’s greatest ever side.
After more than five decades of service behind the microphone at Anfield, George Sephton brought his time as Liverpool’s iconic stadium announcer to a close at the end of last season.
Appointed in 1971, Sephton became a constant presence at Anfield — his deep, reassuring tones providing the soundtrack to some of the most defining moments in Liverpool’s modern history. Through decades of glory and hardship, unforgettable goals and historic nights, his voice was the calm before the storm.
For generations of supporters, George Sephton was ‘the voice of Anfield’ and his presence was just as iconic as the names he announced.
Speaking in an interview with This Is Anfield following his retirement, Sephton reflected on the many legendary Liverpool sides he’s witnessed and selected one in particular as his favourite.
“It’s very difficult to tell because the whole game has changed, but the 1984 side that won in Rome were just out of this world.”
Managed by Joe Fagan, that Liverpool team followed up on the club’s unparalleled success under Bob Paisley by winning a historic treble in the 1983–84 season.
It was a side brimming with talent, including Bruce Grobbelaar in goal, defensive stalwarts Alan Hansen and Phil Neal, and attacking brilliance from Ian Rush and Kenny Dalglish. Midfielders Graeme Souness, Sammy Lee, and Ronnie Whelan added further strength to a team that swept aside all challengers.
Sephton also reserved high praise for Jürgen Klopp’s Champions League winning side of 2019.
“The team that Jürgen had in Spain when we won the Champions League. You wonder how anybody ever beat them. We had Firming, Sarah and Sadie Mane. Again, you wonder how anybody ever got past them.”
As George Sephton steps away from the mic, his legacy at Anfield is secure. His voice has defined generations, and though he may no longer be announcing the team, his presence will echo through the stands for years to come.
