Liverpool FC is the most successful club in English football (18 league titles) and one of the most decorated sides in Europe (5 European Cups). Their fans are said to be the most passionate and loyal with always a song in their hearts for their beloved club. They are a national heritage for England.

But, from an objective point of view and as a true football fan, what happened with the Alan Smith?s business was simply DISGUSTING!

The fact that Smith was booed when he was stretchered off due to a career-threatening injury during Manchester United 0-1 defeat against Liverpool is totally unacceptable for a club of Liverpool stature. Moreover, it was revealed that cups containing excrements were thrown on United?s supporters during that game.

But, worst of all, it was reported that the player?s ambulance was attacked by Liverpool fans on its way to hospital. They threw projectiles and even tried to rock the vehicle from side to side !

Fortunately, the England international was unconscious during those incidents. Otherwise, he would have surely knocked himself out upon such scenes!

Is this the image that this club is trying to promote to, specially, young Kops across the world? Do these idiots know the meaning of fairplay, respect of the opponent or sympathy?

There is a limit when it comes to rivalry between clubs, and those Anfield supporters have crossed it. They have brought shame on the city of Liverpool, England, football and sports in general.

Liverpool tried to dissociate them from these mindless scousers by stating a public apology to Smith and Man U. But that was too easy.

Indeed, when you consider that Gary Neville was fined £5,000 for improper conduct and bringing the game to disrepute for his goal celebration against Liverpool in the League. You cannot help but feel a sense of injustice there.

It?s high time that the FA takes some tough measures and, at the same time, restores some sort of credibility, which has always been under constant criticism.

Yannick GUITON From London