Royal tension ahead of Liverpool-Brentford as Anfield plays national anthem
- Liverpool will play the UK national anthem ahead of their match with Brentford to mark the coronation of King Charles III despite some fan opposition.
- Liverpool acknowledged some supporters have strong views against playing the anthem but will play it along with other Premier League clubs.
- Liverpool fans have historically opposed the establishment and monarchy, leaving many feeling disappointed in the club's decision.
- Liverpool's manager Jurgen Klopp, who is German, declined to give a strong opinion on the subject as Germany has no monarchy.
- The Premier League had urged all clubs playing Saturday to honor the historic coronation occasion in some way.