by
Ryan Clement
ON SATURDAY, 21 OCTOBER 2023 I was at Anfield for the 12.30pm kickoff Merseyside derby – Liverpool v Everton. As was expected, there was much banter between the fans, not entirely wishing the other the best. However, on a matter far more serious and important than a sports event, involving two local rival teams, ALL were united as the public announcer said the following:
“Ladies and Gentlemen the thoughts of everybody at Liverpool Football Club are with the innocent civilians, including our supporters who have lost their lives and all the communities impacted by the ongoing crisis in Israel and Gaza. As a mark of respect for all of those affected, the players, managers and match officials are wearing black armbands in today’s game and there will now be a moment of silence, which will start and end on the referee’s whistle.”
PA at Anfield, Liverpool, on 21 October 2023
Following the silence, both sets of players, including the referee, Took the Knee.
When Jermaine said to his little brother, Michael, in the Jackson 5 song Up on the House Top, “But you just want toys and stuff,” the 12 year old responds, “Yeah, but that’s not even half enough. What I want means more than fun.”
It may have crossed Jermaine’s mind, what could such a young child want that was more than, ‘just toys and stuff,’ pursued and asked his brother, “What’s that?” to which the precocious MJ confirmed, “Love and peace for Everyone!” 🕊️
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