Liverpool fans travelling to Rome told 'under no circumstances' to walk to match
Liverpool fans heading to Rome to watch their team play against AS Roma have been urged not to try to walk to the stadium.
The club has issued a list of travel advice and safety guidelines for the second leg of the Champions League semi-final.
In a statement published on its website, Liverpool Football Club says its "been provided with safety and security advice for supporters".
Advice for Rome travel:
Alight at Termini Station if arriving by train
Use Piazza Campo De Fiori and Largo Corrado Ricci
Respect monuments of national importance with a particular emphasis placed on not hanging banners and/or scarves on fountains and statues
Be aware that drinking alcohol on the streets will be prohibited
Avoid areas in the north of the city, particularly those in the vicinity of Ponte Milvio Bridge, on match day
Use the shuttle bus service from Piazzale delle Canestre, Villa Borghese to Stadio Olimpico. Buses will run from 3pm and there will be a return service to Villa Borghese post match
Arrive at the stadium as early as possible with entrance procedures and ticket checks expected to be long and arduous. Entrance gates are expected to open at 5pm.
Be aware that should the name on a supporter’s ticket not match the name on their personal ID, admission will be refused.
Be aware that there will be a hold back after the game which is expected to be longer than supporters are ordinarily used to.
Use the shuttle bus service to depart the stadium unless on organised day trips which will provide their own transportation.
Under no circumstances should supporters attempt to walk.