Police officer injured, ten arrested after Liverpool-Man City game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

A police officer suffered a serious facial injury, and ten individuals were arrested following the Liverpool vs. Manchester City match at Anfield on October 8. The game, which ended in a 3-0 victory for City, saw heightened tensions, particularly due to the backdrop of City's recent financial rule violations. One man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police constable, while five others were detained for alleged tragedy chanting. The injured officer was taken to the hospital but has since been released and is recovering at home. Merseyside Police emphasized the responsibility to ensure public safety and condemned the disorderly behavior seen during the event.
- •Game concluded with Manchester City defeating Liverpool 3-0.
- •A police officer sustained a serious injury amid post-match unrest.
- •Ten individuals were arrested for various offenses, including assault and disorderly conduct.
- •Merseyside Police condemned chanting about tragedies during the match.
- •The injured officer is recovering at home after hospital treatment.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Police officer hurt after Liverpool-Man City game
"Ten people were arrested amid a heightened atmosphere when the rival teams met at Anfield on Sunday.
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