Del Piero calls on Juve fans to accept Reds apology

Last updated : 13 April 2005 By Al Campbell
Del Piero has praised Liverpool football club for their 'In Memory and Friendship' campaign before the first leg and hopes Tuesday night went some way to bringing the two sets of fans closer together.

"The Heysel tragedy is a painful memory that we cannot erase but I believe our fans should have the intelligence and wisdom to accept Liverpool's apology. Liverpool have said sorry and shown their regret and I hope that this sentiment is stronger than bitterness. What happened 20 years ago cannot and must not be forgotten. It's only right that we remember, but above all it should be a lesson for the future." said the Juventus captain.