This archive report was first published on 4 October 2021.
On October 3, 2021, Manchester City and Liverpool FC played a thrilling 2-2 draw at Anfield, with the match seeing a frenzied second half.
According to reports, Manchester City have lodged a complaint with Liverpool FC, alleging that a fan spat at their backroom staff during the match.
Liverpool FC is investigating the claim, with the club's management taking the allegations seriously.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola commented on the incident, stating, 'They (my staff) told me but I didn’t see it,' and expressing confidence that Liverpool FC would take measures against the fan responsible.
The Premier League title race remains highly competitive, with Liverpool FC a point behind leaders Chelsea and Manchester City in third place, two points off the top.
