Parts of Liverpool city centre were brought to a standstill last night as travelling Galatasaray supporters created a fiery atmosphere ahead of a major European clash at Anfield.
Footage circulating online shows large groups gathering, chanting and setting off flares despite strict restrictions being in place for the match itself.
Galatasaray supporters are banned from Champions League clash at Anfield
Galatasaray fans are not actually permitted to attend the Champions League Last-16 second-leg clash with Liverpool at Anfield this evening.
The ban comes after crowd disturbances during their play-off win over Serie A side Juventus back in February, where supporters of the Turkish club had thrown objects and lit fireworks during the match.
However, that has not stopped many from travelling to the city, with videos showing crowds gathering on Victoria Street as the team bus attempted to pass through.
Flares and fireworks were set off as supporters surrounded the vehicle, chanting and celebrating while bringing traffic to a halt.
The scenes unfolded on the same day thousands had already gathered in Liverpool to mark St Patrick's Day, adding to the busy atmosphere.
FGG says: Galatasaray fans make presence felt despite Anfield restrictions
While the ban prevents Galatasaray supporters from entering Anfield, it does not stop them from travelling to England, and these scenes highlight the lengths fans will go to support their team from afar.
That said, gatherings of this nature can quickly become difficult to manage, particularly with flares and large crowds blocking public roads. It creates a striking visual spectacle, but also raises concerns around safety and crowd control.
Ultimately, the atmosphere inside Anfield may be missing an away presence tonight, but outside the ground, Galatasaray fans have already ensured their impact is being felt.