Manchester City allegations: Liverpool say substantial evidence can be presented to police | football news

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Liverpool say they have strong evidence related to Manchester City’s claim that a fan spat on a staff member, and he could be taken to the police.

These allegations overshadowed an exciting 2-2 draw, live on Sky Sports on Sunday, as City lodged an official complaint with Liverpool, saying that the incident occurred right after the away team’s first equalizer.

Although Liverpool have not yet confirmed that they have identified the alleged perpetrator, they are working with city officials to collect more data and unedited video footage, after analyzing the footage available to them and collecting a number of data from fans in that area of ​​the land.

“We are conducting a full investigation and working with all parties involved, including Manchester City, to gather evidence from individuals who witnessed the incident as well as analyze all available video footage,” a statement said on Monday.

“The evidence collected so far is substantial and if requested, it will be handed over to Merseyside Police due to the potential for criminal charges to be brought. This case will also go through the club’s official sanctions process.

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“Anfield is our home and we will ensure it is a safe and enjoyable environment for all attendees and will not allow unacceptable isolated behavior to affect the values ​​and principles of the club.”

Deliberately spitting on another person could carry criminal charges of assault, and Liverpool could look to ban the individual – if proven – for anything up to life.

City’s full-time manager Pep Guardiola said he hoped the hosts would take action if the claim was substantiated, but insisted this type of behavior was “certain people – not just the LFC” after referring to the defamation of their team bus on the field in 2018.

He told Sky Sports: “I don’t know what happened. I heard something from the audience – something not very nice for the staff. But I don’t know what exactly it is. I haven’t seen the pictures.”

Pictured: Pep Guardiola says he hopes the culprit will be dealt with by Liverpool if spitting allegation is proven

“I am sure that if that happens, what people have told me, I am sure that Liverpool will take action on this person. Liverpool is much greater than this behaviour.

“Nothing is going to change my admiration for this club. It was the same story two or three years ago when we came here and they destroyed our bus – they are sure people, not just Liverpool FC.

“It’s always a pleasure to come to this stadium. It’s such an honor for the atmosphere, and how they support the team. That’s why it’s Anfield.”

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