The Reds' back-up shotstopper was pulled over and put in the back of a police car
Giorgi Mamardashvili of Liverpool applauds the opening goal during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Liverpool and Barnsley on January 12, 2026 in Liverpool, England.
Giorgi Mamardashvili of Liverpool applauds the opening goal during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Liverpool and Barnsley on January 12, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Image: Jan Kruger/Getty Images)
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Liverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili was caught watching a video on his phone while driving on the M6. The 25-year-old back-up shotstopper was pulled over and put in the back of a police car after he was spotted holding his phone near the steering wheel of his Audi.
The Georgian international, who joined the Reds in summer 2025, was caught at around 3.45pm on January 27, on the southbound carriageway of the M6 between Junctions 23 and 21.
In a statement to Warrington Combined Court, Cheshire Constabulary Constable Ree said: "Just prior to Junction 22, I was in lane three of three when I passed a black Audi which was travelling in lane two.
"Lane one was clear of traffic, meaning that the Audi should have moved over to lane one and this caught my attention.
"As I drove past the Audi, I noticed that the driver had his mobile phone in his hand, he was holding it near the centre of his steering wheel, and the driver appeared to be watching something on the screen whilst he was driving at motorway speed.
"When it was safe to do so, I stopped the vehicle on the hard shoulder and I got out to speak with the driver who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and I asked the male to sit in the rear of my police vehicle."
The BBC reported that Mamardashvili gave his name and identified himself with a Georgian driving licence. The court was told footage of the police stop was also captured on the officer's body worn camera.
Giorgi Mamardashvili of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Liverpool at Etihad Stadium
Giorgi Mamardashvili of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Liverpool at Etihad Stadium(Image: Getty Images)
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Mamardashvili was handed a £440 fine, received six penalty points on his licence, and was also ordered to pay £120 costs and a £176 victim surcharge on Friday.
He did not respond to the police prosecution notice and his case was dealt with in a private hearing under the single justice procedure.
Mamardashvili made 20 appearances this season for Liverpool, recording three clean sheets as he filled in for the injured first-choice keeper Alisson.
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