Brentford contact police after dangerous rooftop rugby-ball incident vs Liverpool

Brentford are working with the police after a “dangerous” incident at the Gtech Community Stadium during their Premier League game against Liverpool, when a rugby ball was kicked from a height towards the pitch.

The club said the matter has been referred to the police and that they are supporting the authorities’ investigation to identify those responsible and take appropriate action, potentially including criminal prosecution. Brentford also stressed that matchday safety for fans, staff, players and officials is “of the utmost importance”.

Brentford lost 2-1 on Saturday. Yehor Yarmolyuk and Vitaly Janelt were sent off in the second half, and the Bees sit sixth in the league after the defeat.