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Liverpool

1987-88
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GI SCORE :

855.2

1987-88

PERIOD

Seasonal

LIFESPAN TYPE

England

COUNTRY

First Division

COMPETITION(S)

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STYLE OF PLAY

1987–88 First Division Champions

NOTABLE HONOURS

Kenny Dalglish

NOTABLE MANAGER

John Barnes, Peter Beardsley, John Aldridge, Steve McMahon

NOTABLE PLAYERS

TROPHIES WON

1

WIN RATIO

76%

AVERAGE GOALS FOR

2.2

AVERAGE GOALS A

0.6

OVERALL GI SCORE:

855.2

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GI FACTORS
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138

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141.5

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139.2

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88.3

Trophies/Titles
Win Rate/Dominance
Peak Performance
Star Power
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90.4

Style of Play
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80

Consistency/Era
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89.8

Legacy/Influence
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88

Cultural Impact
GI SCORING RATIONALE
Often described as the best Liverpool side never to win in Europe. Influential in Liverpool's history, but slightly eclipsed by earlier/European-winning sides. Dominant First Division winners (lost once), but no double, no European Cup due to post-Heysel ban. John Barnes changed the cultural conversation. That midfield triangle (Barnes–Beardsley–Aldridge) is legendary in English football. Barnes' solo goal vs QPR, the unbeaten run, and that red kit. Still lacking a single defining “final” moment. Joyful football. Unselfish, elegant, and a huge fan favourite even today. Neutrals loved them too.
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