“Following the security breach at Old Trafford, the Manchester United vs. Liverpool game has been postponed,” said the Premier League in statement.
“This is a collective decision from the police, both clubs, the Premier League and local authorities,” added the statement.
The Premier League said the decision to postpone the game was to ensure “the security and safety of everyone at Old Trafford.”
“We understand and respect the strength of feeling but condemn all acts of violence, criminal damage and trespass, especially given the associated COVID-19 breaches,” said the Premier League in its statement.
“Fans have many channels by which to make their views known, but the actions of a minority seen today have no justification.
“We sympathise with the police and stewards who had to deal with a dangerous situation that should have no place in football.
“The rearrangement of the fixture will be communicated in due course.”
Manchester United issued a statement acknowledging fans’ right to “free expression and peaceful protest.”
“However, we regret the disruption to the team and actions which put other fans, staff, and the police in danger. We thank the police for their support and will assist them in any subsequent investigation,” added the United statement.
Greater Manchester Police did not immediately respond to CNN’s request for comment.
Super League
“We are disgusted, embarrassed and angry at the owner’s actions in relation to the planning, formation and announcement of the European Super League,” said the Manchester United Supporters Trust at an emergency fans forum meeting on Friday.
“Once again this clearly demonstrates that the club’s owners are only interested in maximising their own profits and do not care about or respect the views of Manchester United fans.”
At that meeting, outgoing Manchester United Executive Vice-Chairman Ed Woodward said the club do not “seek any revival of the Super League plans.”
“I know that you will feel angry and let down by the lack of consultation and by the way the proposal failed to recognise the vital principle of open competition. Proper discussion would have helped us avoid the mistake we made,” added Woodward.
“As Joel [Glazer] said … we failed to give enough weight to the essential principles and traditions of sporting merit which are so vital to football not just in domestic competition but in European competition since the mid-1950s.”
If the game hadn’t been postponed and Manchester United had been beaten by Liverpool then Manchester City would have been confirmed as Premier League champion.
Wayne Sterling contributed to this report.