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Fans clash with police outside Anfield after Man City defeat Liverpool

Police deployed pepper spray to keep Liverpool fans back

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 6:57 PM
Fans clash with police outside Anfield after Man City defeat Liverpool
Key Things to Know
  • Police used batons and pepper spray during clashes with fans outside Anfield after the match.
  • Manchester City defeated ten-man Liverpool 3-0 following a goalless first half.
  • The fixture followed an independent commission finding Manchester City guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Police officers clashed with Liverpool fans outside Anfield following Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Liverpool. As Manchester City supporters were escorted away from the stadium behind a police barrier, opposing fans exchanged angry words and gestures. Officers drew batons and used pepper spray after individuals refused to step back, though crowds eventually dispersed without further reported incidents.

The match marked Manchester City's first fixture since the Premier League found the club guilty of breaching financial regulations between 2009 and 2018. City defeated ten-man Liverpool after a scoreless first half, despite home supporters displaying banners accusing the visiting club of cheating.

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