Florian Wirtz on the difference between Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen: “When you’re in the stadium in Liverpool, you realize: This is just a little bit above and beyond.”

German midfield sensation Florian Wirtz offered a striking comparison between his home club Bayer Leverkusen and the legendary atmosphere at Liverpool’s Anfield. Reflecting on his experience, Wirtz explained that stepping inside the historic English stadium feels like entering another dimension of football passion. “The moment you walk through those gates, you sense something different in the air,” he remarked. “It’s not just a typical matchday crowd—there’s an energy that pushes the entire experience a notch higher than anything I’ve felt elsewhere.”

For Wirtz, the roar of the Kop, the intensity of the supporters, and the sheer weight of tradition create a spectacle that transcends the ordinary. He suggested that while Leverkusen boasts its own proud culture, Anfield surrounds you with an aura that is “slightly beyond the usual,” an unforgettable reminder of why Liverpool is regarded as one of world football’s most iconic homes.