The event started at the Robinson lifestyle shopping centre in Chalong before embarking on a seven-kilometre parade through local streets, including Phuket old town, the Chartered Bank Intersection and the Hoi roundabout before concluding at Saphan Hin Park.
Hoardes of local fans from across Phuket and tourists alike joined in the fun, honking horns in cars and cheering the parade as it passed by, with a replica of the English Premier Legue proudly on show, adorned with ribbons in the famous club’s red colours.
Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat oversaw the occasion, delivering a welcome speech before extending congratulations to the Liverpool team and their fans.
A replica of the English Premier League trophy was on display affording fans opportunity to pose for photos while live musical entertaiment added to the festive atmosphere as red lighting to match the team’s colours lit up the venue.
Governor Suwannarat was joined by Suratin Lienudom, President of the Liverpool Phuket Supporters Club, and Sathien Phothisri, Area Manager of Robinson Lifestyle Shopping Center, as well a variety of executives from the Central Group, the owners of Robinson.
Governor Sophon praised the event as a way of bringing all people together to generate cheer, happiness and positivity, regardless of whether they are Liverpool or even football fans.
Wild Celebrations
Merseyside giants Liverpool won their 20th top level domestic championship in April, equalling that of bitter rivals Manchester United. The achievement sparked wild celebrations within their home ground of Anfield and all over the world where the massively supported club have legions of fans.
They wrapped up the title on April 27 when they defeated Tottenham Hotspur 5-1, ensuring second-placed Arsenal could not equal their points tally, although had to wait until the final day of the season last Sunday (May 25) to be presented with the trophy.
It was a fantastic achievement for manager Arne Slot in his first season in charge at the club, especially as he replaced the hugely popular Jurgen Klopp.
The success was even sweeter for Liverpool-based fans as it was the first time they had been able to celebrate with the team and eachother since their last league success in 1990.
They did win the Premier League in the 2019-20 season under Klopp although celebrations were muted to say the least as restrictions enforced by the COVID-10 pandemic meant fans were not allowed near the stadium to join in the festivities.
Liverpool have a huge global fanbase, estimated to be in excess of 50 million, and are one of the most recognised and celebrated sports teams worldwide. This is especially true in Asia where their popularity is enormous in areas such as South East Asia, China, India and Japan.