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Absolute mayhem appears to be occurring outside the Stade De France just moments before kickoff of the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Reports from BT Sport suggest that French police have begun using teargas on Liverpool fans, including families with children, amid some sort of commotion occurring outside of the stadium gates.
BT Sport reporting that Liverpool fans including families and kids have been tear gassed outside the stadium – what the hell is going on?
— Jane Merrick (@janemerrick23) May 28, 2022
It's unclear precisely what prompted these actions, but the Champions League Final has had its kickoff delayed by at least 30 minutes while the stadium works to solve the issue.
Kick-off has now been delayed by a further 15 minutes until 8.30pm BST.
#UCLfinal— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 28, 2022
Some reports suggest that Liverpool fans without tickets began storming through the turnstiles at the stadium in order to gain access to the grounds. Video footage shows a slew of fans dressed in red climbing over a barrier in order to get into the stadium for the match.
https://twitter.com/EPLBible/status/1530626141828046852
Additional footage shows multiple Liverpool fans sprinting past security towards the stadium.
https://twitter.com/EPLBible/status/1530625547864260609
Reports suggest that most Real Madrid fans have already gained access to the stadium and are seated awaiting the start of the game. The Liverpool section, however, is reportedly still not at capacity, as fans are struggling to enter the stadium.
Multiple reports have indicated the use of tear gas by French police on Liverpool fans.
Police spraying tear gas at fans outside the stadium prior to the Champions League final. pic.twitter.com/Wzq8Gj1OIE
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) May 28, 2022
This is absolute madness ahead of what is supposed to be the most celebrated match in football. We'll update this article as further information is provided.
