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Joint statement by Merseyside Police, LFC, City Council and Spirit of Shankly

Merseyside Police is working with Liverpool FC, Liverpool City Council and Spirit of Shankly ahead of this week's game against Chelsea at Anfield. Together we are urging fans to watch the game at home and keep themselves, their families, friends and neighbours safe.

The game is the final Liverpool FC home match of the season, and kicks off behind closed doors at Anfield at 8.15pm BST on Wednesday (July 22), following which the Premier League trophy will be lifted.

Assistant chief constable Natalie Perischine said: “This is such an important night for all Liverpool fans in the city and worldwide, with the Premier League trophy to be lifted inside the stadium.