Galatasaray fans set off flares in Liverpool despite Anfield ban for Champions League game
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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCGalatasaray fans greeted their team's arrival in Liverpool with flares in the city center, despite traveling supporters having been banned for the Champions League clash at AnfieldGalatasaray fans greeted their team's coach with flares in Liverpool city centerLiverpool city center was bathed in red on Tuesday as Galatasaray supporters ignited flares and fireworks in the streets.The Turkish club is due to meet Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday in the second leg of their round of 16 fixture. That's despite Galatasaray fans being banned from attending Wednesday's game at Anfield.READ MORE: Liverpool transfer news as $10M bid for Salah replacement rejected and Barcelona open doorREAD MORE: Liverpool predicted line-up vs Galatasaray as key man set to return, Slot makes Ngumoha callGalatasaray was hit by sanctions by UEFA following ugly scenes in the play-off tie against Juventus last month.
The Turkish club was fined €40,000 ($46,000/£35,000), with the club’s supporters prohibited from attending the second leg at Anfield as a result.The incidents follow an already animated day in the city, with thousands of people descending upon Liverpool to mark St Patrick's Day, reports the Liverpool Echo.Concert Square was amongst the first locations to reach capacity, with people emerging as early as 10am to enjoy a drink in the sunshine. As the morning wore on, areas including Ranelagh Street and Hope Street became focal points for visitors to experience music and live entertainment.Galatasaray fans have traveled to Liverpool despite being banned from attending the game at AnfieldThe yearly St Patrick's Day parade gathered at the Old Irish Centre (Mount Pleasant) for a 3pm start.
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