Liverpool MP calls for retraction of Champions League final ‘smears’

Liverpool fans were initially blamed for the chaotic scenes outside the Stade de France last week (Adam Davy/PA)

Labour MP Ian Byrne has called on UEFA to follow up its apology for the chaotic scenes at the Champions League final with a “retraction of the smears” against Liverpool fans.

The governing body apologised for access issues that led to fans being crushed and tear-gassed outside the Stade de France in Paris before Real Madrid’s 1-0 win against Liverpool.