Liverpool FC's Anfield Road closure plan to face final decision

NewsLiverpool NewsAnfieldA bid to hold events in July could also be signed off13:33, 21 Jul 2026A controversial move to permanently shut a road outside Anfield should go ahead, according to city officials despite concern from local leaders. Liverpool FC were accused of a “betrayal of trust” with the community around their stadium after the brakes were put on their plans to permanently shut a road outside their ground to cars.‌Part of the highway on Anfield Road between Alroy Road and Skerries Road was initially closed in the summer of 2021 as work got underway to expand the stand on the same side of the Reds’ famous stadium. This was completed in 2024 but while access was granted for pedestrians and cyclists, cars have not been able to use it for the past five years.‌The club had sought to