Arrest made after 'tragedy chanting' at Manchester United and Liverpool game

Police have confirmed they have made an arrest following reports of 'tragedy chanting' at the Manchester United versus Liverpool game on Sunday (March 17).

The Football Association has since said it 'strongly condemns' any 'offensive, abusive and discriminatory chants' at stadiums following the incident at Old Trafford, and that it was liaising with Greater Manchester Police over the matter.

GMP have since confirmed an arrest has been made and that Sunday's incidents 'crossed the line of what is acceptable'. The force said it would work with both football clubs to identify any other offenders.

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A spokesperson from Greater Manchester Police said: “GMP can confirm that an arrest has been made in connection with tragedy chanting at the Manchester United v Liverpool fixture this afternoon (Sunday 17 March).

“Incidents of tragedy chanting will not be tolerated and will be dealt with robustly. We are all familiar with fans taunting their opponents at football matches, but this is generally done in good humour and without offence. The incidents today crossed the line of what is acceptable, and we will work closely with both clubs to identify anyone responsible for committing offences during the event.”

A statement from the FA added: "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