This archive report was first published on 28 November 2019.
On November 27, 2019, a Champions League match between Liverpool and Napoli took place at Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England.
Before the match, Merseyside Police arrested five Napoli supporters, citing reports of armed fans in the city centre.
However, it was later revealed that the 'armed' fans were actually carrying golf club flags and flag poles, which were seized by the police.
Three men were charged with violent disorder, one with affray, and one with breach of peace, according to Merseyside Police.
The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Napoli's Dries Mertens scoring in the first half and Liverpool's Dejan Lovren equalizing in the 65th minute.
With the draw, Liverpool maintained their lead in Group E with 10 points, while Napoli trailed behind with 9 points and Salzburg in third place with 7 points.
