Liverpool announce they will add an extra 2,500 rail seats to the Kop before Premier League season resumes #LFC

ADDITIONS Liverpool to add extra 2,500 rail seats to Kop End before Premier League season resumes but insists Anfield remains all-seater stadium

Liverpool have announced they will add an extra 2,500 rail seats to the Kop before the resumption of the Premier League season.

The decision comes following a positive reaction from fans to an initial trial that started in 2021.

There are currently 7,800 rail seats spread between the Kop and Anfield Road stands but the club are adding more on crowd safety grounds.

However, Liverpool have stressed Anfield remains an all-seater stadium and does not have a ‘safe-standing’ area.

“Following a review of the initial rail seating trial last season, we will now expand the trial and introduce rail seating in additional areas of the Kop to further address crowd safety and persistent standing in line with SGSA (Sports Grounds Safety Authority) guidance,” said managing director Andy Hughes.

“The health and safety of our supporters when attending matches at Anfield is paramount.

“As we have said before, it is essential that we listen to the experts and deliver their recommendations to address this important safety issue.”

Other Premier League teams to have installed rail seating in their stadium are Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham and Wolves.

Liverpool’s first match at Anfield after the conclusion of the World Cup sees them take on Leicester in the Premier League on December 30.


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