In the aftermath of a security issue that delayed thousands of fans from entering Saturday’s UEFA Champions League final, Liverpool has requested an investigation into what transpired outside the Stade de France.
The match, eventually won by Real Madrid 1–0, was delayed 30 minutes due to logistical issues at various stadium entry points. According to the Associated Press, some of the delays were caused by several instances involving fans attempting to break through security at the gates and enter the stadium without tickets.
Liverpool issued the following statement shortly after the match’s conclusion.