Liverpool, managed by Roy Evans, played attractive, attacking football but struggled for defensive consistency. Robbie Fowler emerged as the Premier League’s standout young striker, scoring prolifically, while Steve McManaman provided creativity on the wing. The team’s style earned them admiration, but inconsistency meant they could not mount a serious title challenge, finishing 3rd in the Premier League, eleven points behind champions Manchester United. In cup competitions, Liverpool reached the FA Cup final, facing Manchester United again, but lost 1–0 after Eric Cantona’s late goal. The campaign highlighted Liverpool’s attacking promise while underscoring the need for defensive reinforcement.
