The Football Association (FA) say they will be “liaising with and supporting” Greater Manchester Police (GMP) following reports of alleged “tragedy chanting” in Sunday’s FA Cup quarter-final clash between Manchester United and Liverpool.
Chants were said to have been heard that indirectly referenced the Hillsborough disaster in the 4-3 win at Old Trafford.
The FA condemned the alleged chanting, saying they are “determined to stamp this behaviour out”.
A statement read: “We are aware of the reported tragedy chanting during today’s FA Cup fixture between Manchester United and Liverpool, and we will be liaising with and supporting Greater Manchester Police.
“We strongly condemn any offensive, abusive and discriminatory chants in football stadiums, and we are determined to stamp this behaviour out. It is entirely unacceptable and can have a lasting and damaging impact on people and communities within our game. It must stop, and we support any club and their fans who try to eradicate this from the terraces.”
The Athletic has contacted GMP for comment.
Earlier this month, Merseyside Police warned Liverpool and Manchester City fans over possible tragedy chanting, the throwing of missiles and the use of pyrotechnics before their 1-1 draw at Anfield.
In January, three United supporters were arrested for chants related to the Hillsborough disaster before December’s Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield.
Substitute Amad Diallo, meanwhile, scored a dramatic winner in the additional period of extra time to ensure United sealed their place in the semi-final. They will play Coventry City at Wembley Stadium.
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