Liverpool fans clash with police amid huge queues for Champions League final
Liverpool fans have been caught up in violent clashes with police in Paris, with many tear-gassed and left bloodied during the Champions League final.The Reds took on 13-time winners Real Madrid at the Stade de France, just north of the city, on Saturday evening.
However, shambolic scenes outside the ground saw supporters with tickets made to wait in huge queues until after the match began.
Uefa said the delay was caused by the late arrival of Liverpool fans, but the club said that it was “totally inaccurate”.
Fans waiting outside the gates (Nick Potts/PA)Footage on social media appeared to show people climbing over barriers as crowds built up, and the kick-off was delayed for more than 30 minutes.
Police carrying shields and riot gear had moved in the area shortly after 8pm.
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