<ul><li><h2><strong>Years: </strong>1918-1919</h2></li><li><h2><strong>Matches: </strong>18</h2></li></ul>

The first of George Patterson's two spells in charge of Liverpool - following the First World War - was in a caretaker position.

<p>He joined the club in 1908 as assistant to manager Tom Watson, and was appointed secretary after the latter's death in 1915.</p><p>League football was suspended amid the global hostilities, of course, and did not resume until the 1919-20 season.</p><p>Now also given managerial duties, Patterson oversaw four wins in the first six games upon the return of the First Division.</p><p>However, a run of poor results subsequently sent Liverpool tumbling down the league table ahead of Christmas.</p><p>In December 1919, Patterson returned to the secretary role only and David Ashworth arrived to take over as manager of team affairs.</p>

Past managersGeorge Patterson (first spell)

Years: 1918-1919

Matches: 18

The first of George Patterson's two spells in charge of Liverpool - following the First World War - was in a caretaker position.