How Isaac Kearney Captivated Anfield and Touched Hearts Across the Globe

In a season brimming with milestones and unforgettable highlights, one story rose above the rest—not about goals or trophies, but about heart. It was the touching journey of Isaac Kearney, a young Liverpool supporter whose bravery and joy resonated across the global football community.

As part of Liverpool FC’s Red Together campaign under The Red Way, the club honoured Isaac’s incredible story in celebration of the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Isaac, who has Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, was given an unforgettable chance to spend the day alongside his football heroes, including Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk.

But this wasn’t just a meet-and-greet—it was history in the making. Isaac walked out onto the pitch at Anfield, hand-in-hand with his idols, in a moment that captured the world’s attention.

The heartwarming video of his experience quickly went viral, amassing an astonishing 122 million views and 12.4 million social media interactions. It marked Liverpool’s most engaged day ever online and helped the club become the most-engaged Premier League team in 2023–24, with over 1.5 billion total engagements.

Beyond football, Isaac’s story had a powerful ripple effect. It led to a five-year peak in Google searches for Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, raising awareness and offering hope to countless families worldwide.

Through Isaac’s infectious smile, unwavering spirit, and deep love for Liverpool, the club didn’t just highlight their commitment to inclusion—they reminded the world that football truly belongs to everyone.