By Press Association 2021
Manchester United fan protest â Old Trafford
An officer injured when ugly scenes broke out at Manchester United’s Premier League clash against Liverpool is lucky not to have lost sight in his eye, Greater Manchester Police Federation said.
The policeman, with around 20 years’ service, suffered a significant slash wound to his face, according to the federation.
The organisation, which represents the force’s rank-and-file, has not named the officer but said he remains in “lots of pain” and will need an extended period off work to recover.
A @gmpolice officer who sustained a significant slash wound to his face after being attacked by Old Trafford protestors is incredibly lucky not to have lost the sight in his eye. Chairman Stu Berry has spoken to our colleague today and provides an update https://t.co/luVdcaMvPWpic.twitter.com/4U7TyF40aq
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Manchester United s Premier League game against Liverpool was postponed yesterday, after some supporters broke into Old Trafford to protest against the club s owners.
Thousands also demonstrated outside the stadium ahead of the game.
One of those who protested peacefully outside was Ballydonoghue’s Timothy Carr, who was photographed wearing a Kerry GAA jersey and facemask.
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Man United v Liverpool match postponed after fans storm pitch
Manchester United’s Premier League game against Liverpool was postponed on Sunday after supporters stormed into the stadium and onto the pitch as thousands of fans gathered outside Old Trafford to demand the Glazer family ownership sells the club.
Long-running anger against the American owners has boiled over after they were part of the failed attempt to take United into a European Super League.
United and Liverpool players were unable to travel to the stadium.
“Following discussion between the police, the Premier League, Trafford Council and the clubs, our match against Liverpool has been postponed due to safety and security considerations around the protest today,” United said in a statement. “Discussions will now take place with the Premier League on a revised date for the fixture.
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Manchester United s Premier League match against Liverpool was postponed on Sunday after United fans forced their way into the stadium and stormed the Old Trafford pitch to protest against the club s owners - the Glazer family. Following discussion between the Police, the Premier League, Trafford Council and the clubs, our match against Liverpool has been postponed due to safety and security considerations around the protest today, United said in a statement after the game was called off.