FBI Director Kash Patel Spotted Wearing Liverpool Tie, Sparks Online Reactions

Social media is buzzing after newly-appointed FBI Director Kash Patel was seen wearing a Liverpool FC-themed tie, leading to speculation that he might be a fan of the Merseyside club.

A Symbolic Tie?

Patel was spotted wearing a red and white tie featuring the Liverbird, the iconic symbol of Liverpool, during one of his Senate confirmation hearings. While it remains unclear if Patel is a devoted Liverpool supporter, the sighting has stirred debate online, especially given the club’s historic working-class and socialist roots.

Liverpool FC has long been associated with socialist values, a philosophy instilled by legendary manager Bill Shankly and carried forward by figures like Bob Paisley and Jurgen Klopp. Meanwhile, Patel is a known Republican and MAGA ally, which has led to mixed reactions from football fans.

Social Media Reacts

As the image went viral, reactions were divided. Some Liverpool fans expressed disappointment, believing that Patel’s political beliefs clashed with the club’s historical ethos, while others found it amusing.

• “The Director of the FBI is part of the MAGA administration. Disgusting he supports a club like Liverpool,” one user wrote.
• “Hope he knows what the club stands for,” another added.
• On the other hand, a supporter defended him: “Kash is the man. Well documented that he’s a Red. I dare Mikel Arteta to try something funny.”

Who Is Kash Patel?

Born in New York in 1980 to Gujarati parents, Patel spent part of his early life in East Africa before returning to the U.S. He graduated from Garden City High School in Long Island, earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Richmond, and later studied law at University College London.

His career includes serving as:

• National Security Advisor
• Senior Counsel for the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI)
• A key figure in the Trump administration

While his political stance may not align with Liverpool FC’s traditional values, one thing is clear—the FBI Director’s choice of tie has sparked quite a debate online.