This serves as a reminder about the unusual kick-off time for this weekend’s highly anticipated Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City. The game is scheduled for Sunday at 3:45 pm UK time a departure from the typical 2 pm or 4 pm kick-off slots. The timing is influenced by safety concerns particularly those raised by Merseyside police given previous incidents of fan-related issues between the two clubs.
The earlier kick-off is a precautionary measure to address concerns over fan safety with a history of problems including damage to team buses, projectiles thrown and inappropriate chanting. This match could also be significant as it might be the last time Jurgen Klopp faces Pep Guardiola for a while as Klopp announced his departure as Liverpool manager at the end of the season.
The police’s decision to adjust the kick-off time aims to mitigate potential fan troubles associated with this high-profile fixture. Similar measures were taken in the reverse fixture at the Etihad in November with a 12:30 pm kick-off.
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