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Police expect disruption from anti-Russia protestors ahead of Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Chelsea on Sunday as Blues owner Roman Abramovich's alleged links with Vladimir Putin's regime face scrutiny

Police are expecting disruption from anti-Russia protestors ahead of Sunday's EFL Cup final at Wembley.

The Metropolitan Police have been made aware of the potential for demonstrations against the Russian regime following the attacks on Ukraine this week which have caused a global backlash.

And London's police force have an 'extensive plan' in place to deal with any flashpoints created by public protests that could disrupt Sunday's clash between Liverpool and Chelsea.

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's alleged links with Vladimir Putin's regime have been under intense scrutiny this week and Sunday's final will provide protestors with a platform to make their voices heard following the shocking Russian invasion.