Sexy football

The Reds comfortably topped the chart, judged by London-based modelling agency, D1 Model Management, with Manchester United fans way back in 10th, Bluenoses languishing in 16th and Pompey fans propping up the table.

"It was just a bit of fun, really - we supplied them with crowd footage taken from a home game of every Premiership club and they made their decision about Liverpool fans - both male and female - being the most attractive," said Sky spokesperson Tara Hicks.

Desan Cleary-Patterson from DI added: "It's true that beauty is subjective and in the eye of the beholder, but I have spent 15 years as a top talent spotter for international model agencies which means I've worked with some of the heavyweights in the TV world, on the catwalks and advertising so I think I kind of know what I'm talking about.

"But there is also a criteria that you have to typically take into account. There are important things to look for such as symmetrical face, the glossiness of the hair and lips being perfectly full.

"I know a good face, a face that can sell. I can take one look at someone and tell them if they are Givenchy or Primark!"