Police have issued a warning to fans ahead of the FA Cup final between Liverpool FC and Chelsea.
Liverpool will take on Chelsea at Wembley today. The Reds have already beaten Thomas Tuchel's side at Wembley this season as they lifted the Carabao Cup following a penalty shootout victory.
Jurgen Klopp's side will be hoping to enjoy a similarly memorable afternoon today - and thousands of Reds fans have made the journey to London as Liverpool FC aim to win their second trophy of the season. Fans who haven't been to Wembley before will no doubt be excited for the match ahead.
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Merseyside Police for Liverpool FC have issued a warning to fans who may be looking to celebrate near the stadium. Police said it is an offence to drink alcohol on the streets around the stadium.
In a tweet, officers acknowledged how Red supporters have been "brilliant" on the previous two visits to London and how this has been acknowledged by all authorites.
A spokesperson for Merseyside Police for Liverpool FC said: "MerPol Liverpool FC @MerPolLFC3h #FACUPFINAL @LFCHelp @spiritofshankly For those who haven't been to Wembley this season. It is an offence to drink alcohol on the streets around the Stadium. You have been brilliant on the previous 2 visits and this has been acknowledged by all the authorities."
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