Harry Kane says Liverpool fans make Anfield the toughest venue

On a rainy evening at Anfield, the roar of Liverpool fans rose like a tide as Harry Kane recalled a street interview from 2022, when he named the Merseyside club’s supporters the hardest crowd to play against. He said the atmosphere eclipsed even the famed chants of Old Trafford and Signal Iduna Park.

Kane's Liverpool verdict

During the impromptu questioning, Kane smiled and answered, “What’s that, hardest city to play in? Maybe, Liverpool, I reckon.” He dismissed other English fanbases – Everton, Manchester United and Newcastle – as less intimidating.

His assessment echoes praise from other football greats. Jose Mourinho and Arsène Wenger were left mesmerised by the noise in Madrid before the 2019 Champions League final, a match the Reds won 2‑0. Cristiano Ronaldo called Anfield the “most intimidating Premier League stadium”, while Pep Guardiola claimed its atmosphere is “found nowhere else in the world”.

Robin Mumford's football pedigree

Robin Mumford writes for GiveMeSport, covering the Champions League and Premier League. He joined the outlet in April 2024 after serving as Deputy Editor‑in‑Chief at VAVEL, where he produced press‑conference and match content.

Mumford’s résumé includes reporting from Anfield, Old Trafford and Dortmund’s Signal Iduna Park, as well as covering both the 2023 men’s and women’s Champions League finals in Eindhoven and Istanbul. He also earned an award for his work leading the Women’s Football section.

Beyond football, Mumford is a coffee‑desperate Buffalo Bills supporter from across the pond and a darts‑newbie. The Reuters photo credit reads “REUTERS/Angelika Warmuth Add GiveMeSport on Google Add as Preferred Source”, underscoring the Source’s attribution.

Having witnessed fan cultures across Europe, Mumford notes that Liverpool’s supporters continue to set the benchmark for passion, a sentiment echoed by players and managers alike. Their unwavering backing makes Anfield a fortress where even the most seasoned professionals find it hardest to play.