Eight men were arrested and one man has been charged following Manchester United's FA Cup clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford yesterday.

Fans were treated to an enthralling match, which saw the hosts win 4-3 deep into extra time, booking them a semi-final trip to Wembley against Coventry City.

In total, four supporters of each team were been arrested on suspicion of a number of different offences.

The details of the eight arrests are as follows:

  • A 36-year-old Liverpool supporter on suspicion of possession of class A drugs
  • A 26-year-old Liverpool supporter on suspicion of possession of class A drugs
  • A 21-year-old Liverpool supporter on suspicion of possession of class A drugs
  • A 21-year-old Manchester United supporter on suspicion of causing intentional harassment, alarm or distress through chanting
  • A 59-year-old Manchester United supporter on suspicion of causing intentional harassment, alarm or distress through chanting
  • A 46-year-old Liverpool supporter on suspicion of possession of a pyrotechnic
  • A 19-year-old Manchester United supporter on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence
  • A 37-year-old Manchester United supporter on suspicion of pitch encroachment

Meanwhile, George Fenning, of Craigentinny Road, Edinburgh has been charged with possession of a class B drug, possession of a pyrotechnic and throwing missiles.

The 39-year-old has since been bailed.

Greater Manchester Police said "emotions always run high at football matches" and said they worked with the clubs and partner agencies in the lead up to the match in order to try and ensure the safety of supporters.

Chief Inspector Jamie Collins, Silver Commander for the match, said: “I would like to thank the vast majority of supporters who came along to enjoy what turned out to be an intense game right to the very last minute.

“Thanks as well to all our officers and partners involved in the operation yesterday who contributed to what was a fantastic FA Cup tie.

“The arrests made were the result of us taking a proactive, zero-tolerance approach to ensure that genuine supporters and spectators were able to enjoy the match safely.

“GMP can confirm that a 21-year-old man was arrested in connection with tragedy chanting. Incidents of tragedy chanting will not be tolerated and will be dealt with robustly.

“We held a supporter group meeting with both sets of fans prior to the match and both groups agreed that tragedy chanting was totally unacceptable. GMP will clamp down on this and arrest those who engage in such behaviour, regardless of what team they support.

“We are also aware of footage circulating on social media of a Manchester United supporter engaging in tragedy chanting. No arrest has been made yet but GMP are working with both clubs to identify the individual in connection with this incident.

“I hope that these arrests will act as a deterrent to anyone attending future games.”