Liverpool fans booed the national anthem ahead of their attack on Brentford at Anfield.
The Reds announced on Friday that they would play “God Save the King” before the game to mark the coronation of King Charles III. The news came after the Premier League “strongly suggested” that all clubs play the anthem this weekend.
“Just over a week ago, the Premier League contacted all local clubs and strongly recommended marking this historic instance at home matches this weekend and a list of activities clubs can participate in,” the club said in a statement.
“Prior to kick-off and in the popularity of the Premier League’s request to commemorate the coronation, players and officials will gather around the centre circle when the national anthem is played. It is, of course, a non-public selection like those at Anfield. Saturday marks this instance and we know that some followers have strong criticism about it.
When they beat Fulham 1-0 earlier this week, you might hear some enthusiasts chanting: “You can get the coronation in your ass. “Liverpool fans also booed Prince William as the national anthem at last year’s FA Cup final with Chelsea.
After the FA Cup final, manager Jurgen Klopp said: “It’s better to ask the question: why does this happen?They wouldn’t do it for no reason. Maybe I’m not here long enough to understand it. I’m sure it’s like that. “
Liverpool enthusiasts have been booing the national anthem since at least the 1980s, starting with a protest against the status quo and its remedy of the city. Asked about the resolve to play the anthem before the Brentford game, Klopp replied: “The club position is my position. Is that clear?
“About all that, it’s definitely something I can’t have an opinion on. I come from Germany, we have no king or queen, I’m 55 years old and I have nothing to do with it.
“Looking from the outside is a smart thing to see when all the weddings are massive in Germany, but nobody knows what it’s like. It’s like watching a movie. We don’t feel that way. It’s quite a lot. “
“I’m pretty sure many other people in this country will enjoy the coronation, some may not be interested and some may not like it. That’s it and it’s all over the country. That’s all I can say about The club’s position is my position. “
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