What we know as police officer is seriously injured at Liverpool v Manchester City clash

FootballSports
12 Oct 2026 • 9:15 PM MYT
The Independent
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What we know as police officer is seriously injured at Liverpool v Manchester City clash

  • Merseyside Police arrested 10 people during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday.
  • A police officer sustained a serious facial injury while making an arrest on Anfield Road as supporters departed the ground.
  • Five individuals were arrested on suspicion of tragedy chanting, while others were held for offences including assaulting a constable, affray, and throwing items onto the pitch.
  • Chief Inspector Leanne Hobin condemned tragedy chanting, stating it causes immense distress to families and has no place in football.
  • Police are reviewing CCTV and mobile phone footage to identify offenders, while thanking the majority of the 60,000 fans who behaved responsibly.

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