Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp and Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag have called for an end to ‘tragedy’ chants ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash between the fierce rivals.
Liverpool fans often talk about the United players and staff who died in the 1958 Munich air crash.
United supporters have taunted Liverpool with sickening songs about the 1985 Heysel tragedy, in which 39 spectators – the majority Juventus fans – died in the European Cup final, and the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, in which 97 Reds fans were crushed to death in an FA Cup semi. – the end.
“One of the main reasons why the rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester United is so special is that it is so strong and nobody wants to change this,” Klopp said on the eve of the latest match at Anfield.
“But at the same time, when the competition is strong, it can go to a bad place for anyone and we don’t need this.
“If we can keep the spirit alive and lose the poison, it will be better for everyone.”
Ten Hag added: “We all love the enthusiasm of the fans when our teams meet, but there is a line that must not be crossed.
“It is unacceptable to use death, related to any tragedy, to score points, and it is time to stop.
“Those responsible have not only damaged the reputation of our club, but also, importantly, the reputation of themselves, their fans, and the great cities.”