Smoke, flare and no social distancing: Liverpool fans turn the city red after winning Premier League 2019-20
Jurgen Klopp’s side secured the title after second-placed Manchester City lost 2-1 to Chelsea in London, meaning the Merseyside club could not be caught with a 23 point lead over City with seven games remaining.
Despite social distancing rules and restrictions on public gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Liverpool supporters flocked to Anfield to show their joy at the team’s success.
Concern expressed by Merseyside police
Merseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Rob Carden said most fans had abided by social distancing regulations and chose to mark the event safely.
“Unfortunately... not everyone adhered to the regulations in place,” he added.
“In the days ahead, we urge supporters to do the right thing and celebrate safely with members of your household and in your social bubble.”
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Absolute scenes in Merseyside
Cars were kept out of the area by police but supporters around the city blared their horns in jubilation.
“We have all waited so long, everyone who has been involved in the club, they had been desperate to bring the title home for the supporters,” former Liverpool captain Jamie Carragher, who sprayed a bottle of champagne on air, told Sky Sports. “You see the scenes tonight.”
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