Anzhi Makhachkala players and staff paid their respects to the 96 supporters who lost their lives at Hillsborough on Wednesday by journeying to Anfield to lay a wreath at the memorial.

Coach Guus Hiddink, star striker Samuel Eto'o and Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos led the Russian team, who are on Merseyside for a Europa League tie against the Reds on Thursday.

Our photographer was there to capture the emotional moment and you can see a selection of pictures below.