Richarlison leaves Liverpool fans seething after launching flare into own supporters

Rival fans have asked the Football Association to launch an investigation after Everton striker Richarlison appeared to throw a flare back into the crowd.

The object was thrown onto the Goodison Park pitch after the Brazilian opened the scoring in the Toffees’ pivotal Premier League clash with Chelsea. The chance came about after Cesar Azpilicueta surrendered position in front of goal.

Demarai Gray poked the ball through and Richarlison made no mistake, scoring his ninth goal of the league season. His strike sparked wild scenes of celebration, with Everton desperate for all three points in their battle against the drop.

Burnley ’s remarkable run of form in recent weeks has seen the Merseysiders drop into the bottom three, going into the game against Chelsea five points behind Leeds having played two games fewer. A win for Frank Lampard’s side would reignite their hopes of survival and the celebrations reflected what a huge moment Richarlison’s goal could be.

And as he celebrated in front of the Gwladys Street end, a blue flare was thrown onto the pitch, with Sky Sports cameras showing him appearing to throw it back from where it came.

Supporters on social media were quick to question whether the forward could face some retrospective action, months after the FA contacted Liverpool over a similar incident involving Harvey Elliott.

The talented midfielder scored from the spot during the Reds’ Carabao Cup final triumph over Chelsea back in February and was seen celebrating with a pyrotechnic in the midst of the celebrations. Pyrotechnics are banned inside football stadiums in England and Jurgen Klopp said the incident was a “mistake” from the 18-year-old.

"I haven't spoken to Harvey yet. Will I speak to him? Yes,