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Liverpool FC pays tribute on 37th anniversary of Hillsborough tragedy
TL;DR
Liverpool FC commemorated the 37th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster by laying wreaths and observing a moment of silence for the 97 victims. The club also released 97 biodegradable balloons and held tributes during a Champions League match against Paris St-Germain.
On the 37th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster, players, staff and club officials of Liverpool Football Club have been at Anfield to lay wreaths and pay tribute to the 97 fans who lost their lives.
The club will observe a period of silence at 15:06 BST - the time at which Liverpool's FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest was stopped.
After the silence, 97 biodegradable balloons will be released from the centre circle at Anfield.
Tributes also took place before Tuesday's Champions League tie against Paris St-Germain, including a period of silence before kick-off, players wearing black armbands and a mosaic formed on the Kop.
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Q&A
What happened during the Hillsborough disaster that Liverpool FC is commemorating?
The Hillsborough disaster occurred during an FA Cup semi-final match in 1989, resulting in the tragic deaths of 97 fans due to overcrowding and poor crowd control.
How does Liverpool FC honor the victims of the Hillsborough tragedy each year?
Each year, Liverpool FC honors the victims by laying wreaths, observing a moment of silence, and releasing biodegradable balloons, along with tributes during matches.
