Liverpool FC to take action over ‘disgrace’ Muslim praying tweet

Liverpool FC said it will take action against a fan who called two Muslim men ‘a disgrace’ for praying at Anfield.

Stephen Dodds caused a Twitter storm when he tweeted a picture of solicitors Asif Bodi and Abubakar Bhula worshipping during the half-time break as the Reds took on Blackburn Rovers on March 8.
He wrote the caption: ‘Muslims praying at half time at the match yesterday DISGRACE.’


In a statement, Liverpool FC said: ‘Last month, Liverpool Football Club received complaints of a tweet showing an image of Muslim fans praying during half-time at Anfield accompanied by comments that were offensive to the complainants.

Stephen Dodd is under investigation by Liverpool FC after the tweet (Picture: Twitter)

‘The club reported the tweet, which was posted online on Sunday, March 8, 2015, to Merseyside Police.
‘Merseyside Police investigated the matter and has referred this to LFC to take appropriate action against the individual involved. The club is currently in the process of determining the appropriate action to take and a further update statement will be made in due course.’

It added: ‘Liverpool Football Club would like to remind its supporters that it does not tolerate any form of discrimination and is committed to ensuring that the club and Anfield provides a welcoming and safe environment for all fans regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.’

The incident took place in Anfield