Liverpool: The five most legendary right-backs to wear the Liver Bird

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Ephraim Longworth

Our first of the Liverpool legends at the right defensive back comes from this era of the game.

Ephraim Longworth wore the no. 2 shirt for 18 years at Liverpool. From 1910 to 1928, he made 371 appearances and was known as a sure footed composed reliable defender.

He is one of the most consistent defenders to ever grace the pitch for the Reds. He is also the first Liverpool player to be named captain of England’s three Lions national side. Longworth was also fully competent at left back which is a rare thing indeed; especially in the highly specialized positional football of the modern game.

Tommy Lucas deserves an honorable mention here as he played in the era between wars, where he made 366 appearances and scored three goals. He played 15 years for the Reds beginning in 1919. Because of his simple perseverance, tenacity and appearances, Lucas deserves a mention here for this discussion. He played every single match in the 1931-32 campaign.

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