Suspect named after alleged 'tragedy chanting' at Manchester United vs Liverpool

A man has been charged over alleged 'tragedy chanting' at the Manchester United v Liverpool FA Cup match.

The charge comes following a Greater Manchester Police investigation into a video shared of 'a man in the home section of the Old Trafford crowd', a spokesperson for the force said. Michael Bernard Avery has since been charged.

The 44-year-old has been charged under section 4a of the Public Order Act 1986 and has since been bailed. The thrilling fixture, which saw a late winner from United in 121st-minute, drew 72,000 people to watch at Old Trafford.

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GMP said eight men were arrested for a variety of offences following the tie. George Fenning, 39, of Craigentinny Road, Edinburgh, was charged with possession of a class B drug, possession of a pyrotechnic and throwing missiles.

He has since been bailed. Police said officers are continuing to investigate reports of alleged tragedy chanting in the away section of the ground.

Chief Inspector Jamie Collins, Silver Commander for the event, said: "Our investigation into this fixture in relation to supporter conduct is ongoing and continuing at pace and we encourage members of the public to carry on reporting incidents so we can investigate. We are reiterating the message that any kind of gesture or comments from any supporters to other clubs in relation to tragedy chanting will not be tolerated and is completely unacceptable.

"I would also like this to be a strong warning for any supporters attending future fixtures in Greater Manchester, including the up-and-coming Premier League fixture between these two clubs, that if you engage in this behaviour GMP officers will do everything possible to bring