CL: Jurgen Klopp fan serious after assault by Roma fans

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A Liverpool fan was fighting for his life yesterday after suffering a serious head injury in a "vile" assault by Roma fans before the club's Champions League semi-final first-leg clash with the Italian club.

Sean Cox, 53, is being treated for his injuries at a neurological centre, where his condition is described as critical, Merseyside Police said. Two men - aged 25 and 26 - have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after attacking Cox, who had travelled from Ireland along with his brother for the match.

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