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European football governing body UEFA and both clubs have condemned the violent scenes which marred the build-up to Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg between Liverpool and AS Roma.
Amid the trouble outside the stadium, a Liverpool fan was attacked and is in a critical condition is hospital. Two Roma fans have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. British media reports said some Roma fans had belts, hammers and knives.
"UEFA is deeply shocked by the vile attack that occurred ahead of the Liverpool FC v AS Roma match and our thoughts are with the victim and his family," a spokesman said
"UEFA is waiting to receive full reports before deciding on potential disciplinary charges."
Liverpool, whose fans caused trouble before their home quarter-final against Manchester City, called on witnesses to the attack to contact police."Liverpool Football Club will continue to work closely with the relevant authorities to establish an understanding of the facts, following a serious and disturbing incident at Anfield last night which has left a 53-year-old supporter in a critical condition in hospital," a club statement said.
"Supporters attending a game should never be subjected to an environment of violence or attack."
Roma, who lost the first leg 5-2, host the second leg next Wednesday at the Stadio Olimpico. Several violent incidents have occurred outside the Rome stadium in recent years and police will be on alert for a repeat of Tuesday's incidents.
Roma said they were co-operating with authorities.
"AS Roma condemns in the strongest possible terms the abhorrent behavior of a small minority of travelling fans who brought shame on the club and the vast majority of Roma's well-behaved supporters at Anfield," a Roma statement said.
"The club's thoughts and prayers are with the 53-year-old Liverpool fan in hospital and his family at this time."
