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Alan Hansen to Present Premier League Trophy to Liverpool Captain Virgil van Dijk at Anfield

The ceremony marks a poignant moment of legacy and resilience as Hansen returns after a health recovery to honor Liverpool's latest triumph, joined by community figures and club legends.

Hansen, centre, with John Barnes, right, in 1990
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Overview

  • Alan Hansen, Liverpool's last captain to lift the league trophy in front of a full Kop in 1990, will present the Premier League title to Virgil van Dijk this Sunday at Anfield.
  • Hansen’s participation comes nearly a year after recovering from a serious illness that required hospitalization in June 2024.
  • Mark and Jo McVeigh from the Owen McVeigh Foundation, known for their charitable work supporting children with cancer, will assist in the trophy presentation.
  • Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and other Anfield legends are expected to attend the ceremony, adding to the emotional significance of the event.
  • The club has announced plans for a city-wide parade on Bank Holiday Monday, with an estimated 750,000 fans expected to celebrate Liverpool's 20th league title.