'It was a shambles' - Liverpool defender Andy Robertson criticises organisation of Champions League final

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has criticised the organisation of the Champions League final at the Stade de France in Paris, describing it as a “shambles”. Reports before the match with Real Madrid suggested that the police on hand had failed to safely allow fans to reach their destination, with claims that they were herded into narrow areas which were potentially dangerous. Ad/> There were also reports of spectators overwhelming police outside the ground to get into the event without tickets.

Champions LeagueRobertson expects 'incredibly tough' trip to San Siro for Liverpool15/02/2022 AT 10:47 The match was delayed by over 30 minutes, as images and videos appeared to show police firing pepper spray towards Liverpool fans. /> Liverpool have called for an investigation into the “unacceptable issues” faced by fans, with some not making it into the ground until the second half. Speaking to BBC Sport, Robertson says he had given a ticket to a friend but he was denied entry for the game which Real Madrid won 1-0.

Liverpool want investigation after 'unacceptable problems' for fans around stadium The dressing room is devastated after Real Madrid defeat — Andy Robertson Real Madrid kings of Europe once more as Courtois and Vinicius Jnr star in win over Liverpool «One of my mates got told it was a fake which I assure you it wasn't,» he said. «It was a shambles really. »To be honest people were just making it up at times and panicking.

Tear gas getting thrown at people was unacceptable. «It was horrendous for our fans and all families that have been through it as well. It wasn't a nice experience, not a nice final to come to.