Liverpool, Everton charged by FA for ‘mass confrontation’ in derby
The incident took place in the 86th minute of the match, which Liverpool won 2-0 at Anfield.
Published : Feb 17, 2023 09:27 IST
The clubs have until Feb. 20 to respond to the charges. | Photo Credit: AFP
Liverpool and Everton have been charged by the Football Association (FA) following a “mass confrontation” between their players during Monday’s Merseyside derby in the Premier League.
The incident took place in the 86th minute of the match, which Liverpool won 2-0 at Anfield.
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford and Liverpool defender Andy Robertson were both booked after a clash near the touchline before the incident escalated, with a number of players and substitutes from both teams getting involved.
“It’s alleged that both clubs failed to ensure their players and/or benches failed to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion, and/or refrained from provocative behaviour,” the FA said in a statement on Thursday.
The clubs have until Feb. 20 to respond to the charges.