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Topman Remove '96' Shirt from Sale, Apologise After Liverpool Supporter Backlash

Clothing retailer Topman have apologised and withdrawn a T-shirt from sale after complaints from Liverpool fans that it referenced the Hillsborough tragedy.

Per the BBC, Topman said in a statement: "Topman apologises unreservedly for any offence caused by this T-shirt. The design was inspired by a Bob Marley track with the number referring to the year of re-release. The garment has been removed from sale online and in stores."

BBC Sport shared a picture of the shirt:

BBC Sport

Topman are coming under pressure to withdraw a shirt some believe refers to the Hillsborough disaster.