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Everton worker hit with flare 'almost blinded' as fans slammed for Liverpool celebrations
An Everton worker was hit in the face by a blue flare as supporters have been slammed for their dangerous actions at the Merseyside Derby after the draw against Liverpool
An Everton worker was ‘almost blinded’ as he was struck by a blue flare at the Merseyside Derby against Liverpool.
Goodison Park hosted its final derby on Wednesday night as Everton fans were left jubilant when James Tarkowski slammed home a last-gasp equaliser on an emotional and controversy-packed night.
However, the behaviour of some fans overstepped the line, with home supporters invading the pitch after the late goal. And one disgraceful incident captured on camera saw a security worker struck in the face by a blue pyrotechnic thrown from a crowd of chanting supporters.
The worker was struck around his eye and was left with blue powder on his face. The man was swiftly taken inside the stadium by another member of the security team.
Daily Star Sport approached Everton for comment. We understand the steward in question was not injured and continued with his duties for the rest of the evening after receiving treatment.
However, fans on social media raged at the incident, with one user writing: “How do people think it’s ok to do this sort of stuff?! Moronic. Disgraceful and shameful. Hope the man is ok.”
A second slammed: “Stupidity. He could have lost an eye. F***ing idiots” A third added: “Everton fans throwing flares at their own. Clueless. Why would u throw it at one of ur own”
While a fourth said: “Terrible These guys are on small money for doing a decent job and deserve better. I hope the idiot who did this is banned.”
Everton have continually outlined the dangers of the use of pyrotechnics and smoke canisters, explaining that they are not permitted to be used inside and on the footprint of stadiums in England. The club have also reminded supporters of the dangers of using such items both at Goodison Park and away grounds.
Pyrotechnics can burn at high temperatures and can cause significant injuries to those who use them and to fellow supporters. There has also been a number of incidents involving pyrotechnics that have resulted in people experiencing burns, breathing difficulties, distress, discomfort and damage to clothing.
Supporters run the risk of arrest and a subsequent stadium bans for possession of a pyrotechnic inside a football stadium, throwing missiles on to the pitch or entering the field of play.
Everton, working alongside Merseyside Police and fan groups, have previously outlined and maintain a zero-tolerance to these offences before, during or after the game, warning fans: "These acts are dangerous and illegal and stadium bans - and even criminal prosecution - can and will be enforced."
The game itself also boiled over, with referee Michael Oliver showing four red cards after the final whistle. Liverpool’s Curtis Jones and Everton’s Abdoulaye Doucoure were sent off for their part in a brawl at full-time.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot and assistant Sipke Hulshoff were both given red cards after confronting referee Michael Oliver. The Premier League released a statement saying that Slot has received a two-game touchline ban, but that line has since been deleted.
Daily Star Sunday
An Everton worker was hit in the face by a blue flare as supporters have been slammed for their dangerous actions at the Merseyside Derby after the draw against Liverpool
An Everton worker was ‘almost blinded’ as he was struck by a blue flare at the Merseyside Derby against Liverpool.
Goodison Park hosted its final derby on Wednesday night as Everton fans were left jubilant when James Tarkowski slammed home a last-gasp equaliser on an emotional and controversy-packed night.
However, the behaviour of some fans overstepped the line, with home supporters invading the pitch after the late goal. And one disgraceful incident captured on camera saw a security worker struck in the face by a blue pyrotechnic thrown from a crowd of chanting supporters.
The worker was struck around his eye and was left with blue powder on his face. The man was swiftly taken inside the stadium by another member of the security team.
Daily Star Sport approached Everton for comment. We understand the steward in question was not injured and continued with his duties for the rest of the evening after receiving treatment.
However, fans on social media raged at the incident, with one user writing: “How do people think it’s ok to do this sort of stuff?! Moronic. Disgraceful and shameful. Hope the man is ok.”
A second slammed: “Stupidity. He could have lost an eye. F***ing idiots” A third added: “Everton fans throwing flares at their own. Clueless. Why would u throw it at one of ur own”
While a fourth said: “Terrible These guys are on small money for doing a decent job and deserve better. I hope the idiot who did this is banned.”
Everton have continually outlined the dangers of the use of pyrotechnics and smoke canisters, explaining that they are not permitted to be used inside and on the footprint of stadiums in England. The club have also reminded supporters of the dangers of using such items both at Goodison Park and away grounds.
Pyrotechnics can burn at high temperatures and can cause significant injuries to those who use them and to fellow supporters. There has also been a number of incidents involving pyrotechnics that have resulted in people experiencing burns, breathing difficulties, distress, discomfort and damage to clothing.
Supporters run the risk of arrest and a subsequent stadium bans for possession of a pyrotechnic inside a football stadium, throwing missiles on to the pitch or entering the field of play.
Everton, working alongside Merseyside Police and fan groups, have previously outlined and maintain a zero-tolerance to these offences before, during or after the game, warning fans: "These acts are dangerous and illegal and stadium bans - and even criminal prosecution - can and will be enforced."
The game itself also boiled over, with referee Michael Oliver showing four red cards after the final whistle. Liverpool’s Curtis Jones and Everton’s Abdoulaye Doucoure were sent off for their part in a brawl at full-time.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot and assistant Sipke Hulshoff were both given red cards after confronting referee Michael Oliver. The Premier League released a statement saying that Slot has received a two-game touchline ban, but that line has since been deleted.
Daily Star Sunday