Klopp and Ten Hag urge fans to avoid tragedy chants in Old Trafford rematch

* Liverpool manager wants ‘show of class’ in FA Cup tie
* Ten Hag tells supporters to enjoy game ‘in the proper way’




Jürgen Klopp and Erik ten Hag have appealed for fans at Old Trafford on Sunday to avoid the tragedy chanting that marred Manchester United’s recent FA Cup win over Liverpool.

Klopp called on supporters to “show a bit of class” and his United counterpart said the game must not be “used as an excuse for abusing rival fans” about past tragedies. Continue reading...

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