ASKED for his thoughts and reaction to Liverpool fans booing the national anthem prior to kick-off at the FA Cup Final against Chelsea on Saturday, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp responded in typical fashion.

The German, who once described his political views as “on the left, of course,” gave an answer that not only backed the Liverpool supporters’ actions but also encouraged others to seek further understanding of their response to such ceremony.

“I think in these situations, it’s always best to ask the question: Why does it happen?” Klopp said. “I know our people that well, that they wouldn’t do it if there’s no reason for it.