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The terraces continue to be a powerful political platform
JAMES NALTON writes about the political messages Liverpool fans displayed at Wembley at the weekend, and explores the deep-rooted history behind their activism
A ‘You'll never walk alone’ banner in the colours of the Ukraine flag is hung up in the stadium ahead of the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium, London
LIVERPOOL fans played a big part in their team’s penalty shootout victory in the EFL Cup final against Chelsea on Sunday, but the messages they sent throughout the day were more important.
As with any final, the experience begins well before kick-off with the preparations and the journey.
Train, coach or car rides down to Wembley saw Liverpool red mixed in with blue and yellow flags as fans showed solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
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