Manchester City have apologised to Liverpool and condemned supporters who chanted during a minute's silence to mark the 33rd anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster on Saturday.
Referee Michael Oliver cut short an intended commemoration prior to the FA Cup semi-final between City and Liverpool at Wembley after some City fans failed to observe the tribute.
The chanting appeared to come from the end hosting the City fans and was followed by boos from Liverpool supporters. Amid the noise, Oliver blew his whistle to signal a premature end to the intended period of silence.
A City spokesperson said: "Manchester City are extremely disappointed with the actions of some City supporters during the minute's silence before today's game.
"The club sincerely apologises to all those connected with Liverpool Football Club."
Ninety-seven Liverpool fans were killed at the FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest at Hillsborough on April 15, 1989.
steevojox
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They were a few idiots which truly don't represent all City fans. We all don't support such nonsense and our support is with the families of the victims of Hillsborough disaster.
AmitDas1721
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They were a few idiots which truly don't represent all City fans. We all don't support such nonsense and our support is with the families of the victims of Hillsborough disaster.
Lidclrtuyz
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Cry more CITY winning the premier league with single point the most painful thing π€π€π€
Wizbdinot
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The spirit of Hillsborough tragedy worked against Mancity because of the noise they are making, so they deserved it. Every time Mancity idiots!!!!!
Hahdnorz
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shame shame, it'll still end up in premium quality tears again ππππ€£
this coming from a barca supporter says alot
luydprtz
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Very sad indeed. Meant to pay respects but some Man City fans disrespectful. Did they not did think of the families..Real idiots.
rewdlmnpru
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Then again one of their famous supporters threatened to kill one of their ex players what do you expect.
subujam
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disgraceful moment...
lightrex
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thank u some stupid city fans for the extra motivations
Rizadkrst
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Apology accepted with a victory. They can go back to their empty-yard where there's no history and continue being local heroes.
JonathanManongi
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that's true color of someone unstable upstairs
Tayiklptu
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that is what has caused us to vex on you guys
I'm not good π
buylu101
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They did that on purpose but it doesn't work out for them.
vinicious100
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who not
fukblnortu
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that is what has caused us to vex on you guys
nokbklotz
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Very sad
Philchetz
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shame shame, it'll still end up in premium quality tears again ππππ€£