Joachim Andersen reports hundreds of messages of abuse after Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez was sent off against Palace

Joachim Andersen has reported 300-400 abusive messages to the police, including death threats, after Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez was sent off on Monday night. Crystal Palace held Liverpool to a 1-1 draw at Anfield which saw Nunez dismissed in the 57th minute of the game when his frustration boiled over and he headbutted Andersen, which floored the Dane. Ad Since the game, Andersen has confirmed he has reported hundreds of abusive messages received on Instagram to the police, and has pleaded with the social media company to act.

Premier LeagueNunez must 'learn to control himself' after headbutt — Van Dijk7 HOURS AGO «Got maybe 3-400 of these messages last night,» he said. «I understand you support a team but have some respect and stop act tough online. »Hope Instagram and the Premier League do something about this,” he added.

Andersen shared some of the examples of abuse he received on his social media, including death threats. Crystal Palace have spoken to Andersen, who reportedly feels ok, but felt “enough was enough” and wanted to speak up about the abuse. Nunez must 'learn to control himself' after headbutt — Van Dijk 'Not cool' — Klopp on Nunez's red card and injuries after draw against Palace 'My knee has sent me a message' — Monreal announces retirement from football A spokesperson for Meta, the owners of Instagram and Facebook, said: «We have strict rules against bullying and harassment and we are in direct contact with Joachim's team on the issue.