Liverpool, Manchester United join hands to counter tragedy-related abuse
The two Foundations will launch a programme in collaboration with the Premier League
Liverpool and Manchester United have joined hands to kick stat an education programme in order to counter tragedy-related abuse, the clubs announced ahead of their Premier League fixture at Old Trafford on April 7.
The chants from fans related to the Heysel Stadium disaster, the Hillsborough tragedy and the Munich air catastrophe to mock opposition supporters have been repeatedly condemned by the two clubs.
The two Foundations will launch a programme in collaboration with the Premier League, which could also form an annual part of their engagement with young people across the Greater Manchester and Merseyside regions.
“This is a hugely important event which both clubs are committed to making happen every year. Our two proud Foundations coming together to show young people, and all others, how we stand united against tragedy chanting is a very powerful message. Education is key, alongside appropriate action, to eradicating vile tragedy chanting in all its forms forever, and we’re delighted to be able do our bit to help,” Matt Parish, CEO of LFC Foundation, said.
“It is unacceptable to use the loss of life, in relation to any tragedy, to score points, and it is time for it to stop. We are proud to come together with LFC Foundation as we believe education will break the generational cycle on this issue and help thousands of young people across this region understand the impact tragedy-related abuse has,” John Shiels, CEO of Manchester United Foundation, added.
A Manchester United supporter last week was charged by Greater Manchester Police over the same type of abuse during FA Cup quarter-final on March 17.
Arsenal also backed bans given to three fans, who were present during an FA Cup match against Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 7, after they pleaded guilty to tragedy-related abuse.
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