Benitez calls for derby detente

0 Comments | AFP, April, 2008

LIVERPOOL (AFP) — Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez issued a call for improved spectator behaviour as police began to investigate reports of crowd abuse by fans of both sides during the Reds' 1-0 derby win over Everton.

The Spaniard took time out ahead of Liverpool's Champions League quarter-final first leg clash away to Premier League rivals Arsenal on Wednesday to urge that there be no repeat of the ugly scenes which marred last Sunday's match at Anfield.

"It is important to stop these things (chanting) between the fans. Especially against families and children, it is important to stop these things if it is possible and just talk about football.

"I do not believe we have any problem with Everton, we have respect for each other," he added.

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