The Association say they are in contact with the police after tragedy chanting was heard during Liverpool’s 1-1 draw at Town on Sunday.
A stoppage time equaliser from salvaged a point for the Reds at Kenilworth Road after Tahith Chong had given the Hatters the lead late on in the game.
But the match was marred by Hillsborough-related taunts that could be heard from a small pocket of the home fans throughout the 90 minutes.
Liverpool legend , saying: ‘As supporters we’ve got to have rivalry, there’s no doubt about that but we’re better than that.’
Reds manager Jurgen Klopp was asked about the chants, and while he admitted he did not hear them himself, : ‘Shame on everybody who sang on it.’
The FA have now issued the following statement on the matter:
‘We are aware of the tragedy chanting during yesterday’s Premier League fixture between Luton Town and Liverpool, and we are seeking observations from Luton Town and further details from the Police.
‘We strongly condemn chanting of this nature and will continue to work closely with our stakeholders across the game, including the clubs, leagues, fan groups and the relevant authorities to proactively address this issue.’
Both Liverpool and Luton Town are yet to officially comment on the matter, but it has been reported that the Reds have contacted the Hatters regarding their response – or apparent lack thereof – to the chanting.
Like Klopp, Luton boss Rob Edwards didn’t hear the chants, saying this post-match: ‘I’ll find out what was said. I haven’t heard a thing so I can’t comment.
‘I don’t want to say the wrong thing right now. I don’t condone, we don’t condone that.’
Back in June, for wearing a shirt that mocked the 97 fans that died at Hillsborough Stadium in in 1989.
, . , and .
