Liverpool supporters have reacted with anger after PSG Sporting Director Luis Campos referenced the Hillsborough tragedy to justify his club’s domestic fixture postponement ahead of their Champions League quarter-final.
Liverpool fans are furious after PSG Sporting Director Luis Campos linked the Hillsborough anniversary to fixture scheduling.
Justifying PSG’s postponed match against Lens, Campos noted, “Liverpool can’t play on April 15, we had to respect their history, because it’s a tragic date for the club.”
Supporters argue that using a tragedy where 97 people died to explain a competitive scheduling advantage is deeply insensitive and inappropriate.
The comments have heightened tensions before the first leg at the Parc des Princes.
While some viewed the remark as a sign of respect, many Kopites believe the disaster should never be used in discussions regarding football logistics or preparation.
For the grieving community, the anniversary remains a sacred day of remembrance that must be kept entirely separate from the professional game’s tactical maneuvering.