OPERATIONAL BRIEF: LIVERPOOL
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:01 AM
Liverpool is cheaper than London. Pints £5.50–£7.50. Stadiums cashless (£6.50). Alcohol banned in view of pitch.
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5°C | RAIN, PARTIALLY CLOUDY
3.9°C - 7°C
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM
UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN LIVERPOOL
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Anfield
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Anfield: 917 Express Bus from City or Soccerbus from Sandhills. Everton (Bramley-Moore): Merseyrail to Sandhills + Shuttle/Walk.
Warning: Public transport is the only viable option. Taxis are scarce post-match.
Away fans in Anfield Road Stand (Lower and Upper tiers). Entry via Anfield Road end. Modern facilities.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A5
- Laptops
- Glass bottles
CRITICAL
Strict 'No Bag' policy (A5 size max). No storage. Cashless.
Exit routes & evacuation
Police cordon leads to Arkles Lane for coaches.
Exit via Anfield Road gates to the coach park.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) / Manchester (MAN)
Transfer
LPL: 500 Express bus (35 mins). MAN: Train to Lime St (1h).
Tip
Manchester is often better for international flights.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Baltic Triangle (Modern bars/food) or Mathew Street (Beatles/Nightlife). Royal Albert Dock for scenic drinks.
RECOMMENDED
Baltic Triangle offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Williamson Square / Mathew Street
Central and near the 917 bus terminal. Popular for pre-match singing.
POLICE PROFILE
EXPERIENCED
Merseyside Police are highly experienced. Engagement heavy. PSPO prohibits street drinking near Anfield.