Here's a perspective from an OOTer...
when I grew up watching LFC on tv, one of the things about derby matches was the special relationship between the fans. they said families were often split between blue and red but everyone got on and even sat amongst each other. If I remember correctly, this was a feature of the 1986 Cup final. This is one of the things that made LFC special...
LFC are/were always a humble club... even at the height of success LFC didn't rub others faces in the dirt... there was never any arrogance... and (unlike you know who) LFC didn't think they were above all others even though they we winning the league year in year out.
These characteristics were demonstrated on an individula level by Sir Bob Paisley, Joe Fagan, Ronnie Moran, Roy Evans... an these is what attracted many of us to LFC and gave a good impression of the people of the city - both Red & Blue.
It was always good to hear of Everton defeats... but in the nicest possible way, just a bit of fun.
Nowadays, it all seems to have gone a bit too bitter and serious. It's such a shame. Would be good if it could go back to the old days... we can set an example to others.
