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Anfield's Kop Hosts Homelessness Sleepout
26 Sep
Summary
- Hundreds will sleep on The Kop to raise awareness for homelessness.
- The event supports the LFC Foundation charity.
- Former football stars and celebrities are participating.
Hundreds of individuals are set to sleep on the iconic Kop stand at Liverpool's Anfield Stadium. This event aims to bring attention to critical issues such as homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges prevalent in the Merseyside area.
Now in its fourth year, the 'Kip on The Kop' event serves as an annual charity initiative. It also functions as a significant fundraiser for the club's LFC Foundation, supporting its community programs.
Football enthusiasts will be joined by a host of notable figures, including former Liverpool FC legends and well-known local celebrities like comedian John Bishop and actress Sue Johnston. They will all spend the night at the stadium.
Event organizer John Finnigan, who leads Liverpool Homeless Football Club, emphasized the stark contrast between the safety of The Kop and the grim reality faced by those sleeping rough on the streets, describing it as 'horrendous'.
