In July 1974, when Bill Shankly, the man who had rebuilt Liverpool, suddenly announced his retirement, Bob Paisley was chosen as successor. A former player and the club’s current physiotherapist, the hesitant manager would go on to become the most successful in the club’s history over the course of nine seasons.
Managerial Record
- European Cup (3) – 1977, 1978, 1981
- UEFA Cup (1) – 1976
- European Super Cup (1) – 1977
- First Division (6) – 1975-76, 1976-77, 1978-79, 1979-80, 1981-82, 1982-83
- League Cup (3) – 1981, 1982, 1983
- FA Charity Shield (4) – 1976, 1979, 1980, 1982