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Atletico Madrid have confirmed they will investigate the ugly scenes that overshadowed their 3-2 Champions League defeat at Anfield, where a member of the club’s staff was caught on camera appearing to spit towards supporters.
The incident occurred late in the match, shortly after Virgil van Dijk’s decisive goal. Atletico boss Diego Simeone was sent off after a heated clash with a fan near the visitors’ dugout, sparking a mass confrontation by the touchline.
Footage later emerged suggesting one of Simeone’s backroom staff spat into the crowd during the melee. UEFA, who will review the referee’s and match delegate’s reports, could decide to impose further sanctions.
Atletico have told the media they will carry out their own internal inquiry but declined to issue a public statement. Liverpool, meanwhile, are expected to provide UEFA with CCTV and any other evidence to support the investigation.
Simeone had to be held back as he attempted to confront the supporter involved. Speaking after the match, he admitted his reaction was not ideal:
“It’s never very good when we react as managers, is it? But if there are comments against racism or insults, we can get angry and fight back as well, managers.
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Uefa is set to investigate allegations that a member of the Atletico Madrid backroom staff spat at @LFC supporters during a row near the end of Wednesday’s Champions League tie. @_pauljoyce
