Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Man Utd fans took “step too far” in Glazer protests
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Manchester United fans took their protests against the Glazers a “step too far” at the weekend.
United’s match at home to Liverpool was postponed after supporters broke inside Old Trafford and made their way onto the pitch.
One demonstrator threw a flare towards the Sky Sports studio, while another was seen vandalising camera equipment.
A police officer was also left with “life changing” injuries after receiving a significant slash wound just underneath his eye.
Solskjaer defended the supporters’ right to protest but believes the action of some overstepped the mark on Sunday afternoon.
Speaking ahead of United's trip to Roma, he said: “It was a difficult day for us. Of course we wanted to play, to beat Liverpool for the fans.
“Our job is getting good results on the pitch. But as I said before the game, we have to listen, to hear the fans' voice.
“It's everyone's right to protest but it has to be in a civilised manner. But unfortunately when you break in, when police officers are scarred for life, that's a step too far. Then it's a police matter, it's not about showing your opinions anymore.
“Of course we want to listen. It has to be in a peaceful manner, it's important. Please voice your opinions.
“We know as a club we need to communicate better. I can refer back to the apologies, it came out wrong and it was the wrong thing to do.
Solskjaer also referenced matters on the pitch and cited a need for United to play in a style that reflects the will of the supporters.
He said: “I know our fans want a team that is likeable, playing attacking football, scoring goals, winning trophies and being humble — that can identify back with them.
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“My job is the results. We want to get back to winning trophies, we haven't won for a while and that's something we're working on. I'm sure fans can see what the players are doing."
“The right to protest peacefully, everyone has got a human right to be heard. But it has to be done peacefully.
“When you step out of line, when you break onto the pitch and into dressing rooms, that is not nice. And it's not been helped by certain individuals, that is your (the media) end of it.”
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