GOALKEEPER Keith Branagan kept a memorable clean sheet at Anfield on the famous White Hot night but, as the 20th anniversary is marked, it is the vociferous Wanderers hordes that still stand out most when he recalls the occasion.

The Londoner had only been at the club six months, following manager Bruce Rioch from Millwall alongside goalscorer that night John McGinlay.

But he knew what the 2-0 replay triumph meant to those 8,500 followers in the end behind his goal in the second half.

And he says it was an incredible atmosphere he will never forget.

Branagan, pictured, said: “It is the thing that sticks in my memory from that night.

“In some ways the game passes you by; it goes so quickly to half time and then in the second half.

“But the final 10 minutes or so goes ever so slow.

“Even at 2-0 up you are thinking if we let one in, it could be a nervy finish.

“But the reaction from the fans – and the Liverpool supporters as well – was magnificent.

“I think everyone knew how well we had played and the fact we went to one of the historic grounds and played such good football. In fact, going into it we were kicking ourselves after drawing the first game 2-2.

“Bruce set us up to play attacking football and we had a positive frame of mind believing we could win.

“We managed to do just that but our support that night is my lasting memory; it was an awesome atmosphere.”

Branagan went on to spend eight years with Wanderers and play a part in a successful period that many accept was sparked by that famous night at Anfield.

Now back coaching at the academy, as well as working at Bolton School, Branagan is often reminded about the replay and says he’s proud to be etched in Whites folklore.

He added: “It was a special time and great to be a part of.

“People still talk about it and ask about it and it is nice people have their own stories of these big games.

“I have said many times I am proud to have been a part of that era for the club when we rose from the lower leagues.

“It was a special dressing room and while you lose touch while you are still playing, when you stop you re-establish old acquaintances.

“Most of the lads from that team are still in touch now and you can’t forget they were memorable days.”