Liverpool FC has launched Built Different, a new official club publication featuring a collection of poems by award-winning Liverpool poet, spoken word artist and lifelong Reds supporter Joseph Roberts.
Celebrating Liverpool FC, the city and the people who make both so special, Built Different brings together new and favourite poems exploring the passion, memories and sense of belonging shared by supporters across generations and around the world.
Published by Reach Sport, the collection captures the unique relationship between football, community and identity, reflecting the emotions that come with supporting Liverpool FC.
From unforgettable victories to heartbreaking defeats, the poems explore the experiences that unite fans and demonstrate the power of football to bring people together.
Joseph Roberts celebrates Liverpool FC and the city through poetry
Written in his distinctive Scouse voice, Joseph Roberts’ work combines humour, honesty and powerful storytelling to celebrate the character and culture of Liverpool.
The collection features brand-new poems alongside some of his most popular pieces, covering everything from the everyday experiences of being a lifelong Red to the resilience, humour and identity that make Liverpool unique.
His writing also tackles important subjects, including racism in football, while celebrating the communities and shared experiences that shape the city.
Speaking about the launch of Built Different, Joseph Roberts said:
“I’ve always believed Liverpool is a city built on stories, and Liverpool FC is at the heart of so many of them. Through Built Different, I wanted to capture some of the emotions, memories and moments that supporters carry with them, whether they’re from Liverpool or following the club from the other side of the world. These poems are a celebration of the people, the passion and the sense of belonging that make this club and this city so special.”
Built Different celebrates Liverpool FC’s culture and heritage
The publication reflects Liverpool FC’s commitment to celebrating its culture, heritage and supporters while offering fans an authentic perspective on what it means to be part of the LFC family.
Through Joseph Roberts’ poetry, Built Different highlights the connections between the club, its supporters and the city it represents.
The collection offers a celebration of Liverpool’s storytelling traditions and the shared passion that continues to connect Reds supporters around the world.
Where to buy Liverpool FC’s Built Different poetry book
Built Different by Joseph Roberts is available now from official Liverpool FC stores and online.
Supporters can purchase the publication through the official Liverpool FC online store.
