Liverpool fans who made personal injury claims over the chaos at the 2022 Champions League final in Paris have reached a compensation agreement.
confirmed a 'full and final settlement' had been agreed with supporters represented by two law firms, although the terms will remain confidential. An independent report published last year found Europe's football governing body bore 'primary responsibility' for the security failures which almost led to a 'mass fatality catastrophe'.
has already taken a number of steps following the 2022 final, including implementing recommendations from the independent review and establishing a special refund scheme,' said in a statement. 'Today, it has gone further by ensuring that Liverpool fans represented by Pogust Goodhead and Bingham Long receive a sum by way of compensation in relation to the difficulties and challenges that they were confronted with. 'The parties have agreed the terms of this statement but that the terms of the settlement will otherwise remain confidential. 'The settlement agreement has been made without any admission of liability.
is pleased to have reached a common position which it is hoped provides closure for the fans.' Read more:What actually happened at the Stade de France? The failed security operation saw tens of thousands of fans held in poorly organised queues ahead of the final at the 75,000-capacity stadium, which is a key venue for the Paris Olympics.
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