Liverpool has released a statement strongly condemning the act of vandalism targeting the Manchester United team bus prior to their match on Sunday. Videos surfaced on social media showing a glass bottle being thrown at the bus, causing damage to one of its windows. The incident occurred outside of Anfield ahead of the highly anticipated Premier League clash.
In response to the incident, Liverpool issued a statement confirming their collaboration with the Merseyside Police to identify the individual responsible for the “reprehensible behavior.” The club’s statement read, “Liverpool Football Club utterly condemns the actions that led to damage being caused to the Manchester United team bus during its arrival at Anfield this afternoon.”
The club also expressed their awareness of the footage circulating online and assured their commitment to working with the authorities to fully investigate and bring the responsible party to justice. Furthermore, individuals found guilty of the vandalism will face the full consequences of the club’s sanction process.
The vandalization of the Manchester United team bus occurred before what turned out to be a rather uneventful 0-0 draw between the two teams at Anfield. As a result of the draw, Liverpool dropped to second place in the Premier League table, trailing behind Arsenal who secured a 2-0 victory over Brighton and Hove Albion earlier in the day.
With the impending clash against Arsenal, Liverpool will be looking to regain their top position in the Premier League. The face-off with Arsenal on Saturday, December 23rd, holds the potential to be an early title-decider, as both teams vie for the coveted top spot in the league.
The incident has sparked outrage among fans and the football community, with many expressing their disappointment and condemnation of the destructive behavior. It has also raised concerns about the safety and security of teams when traveling to away matches, prompting calls for increased measures to ensure the protection of players and staff.
The Premier League has also been urged to address the issue and enforce stricter regulations to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. As the investigation progresses, both Liverpool and Manchester United are expected to continue working with the authorities to ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.
