article_snippet: Stoke City said Stoke City was Everton's responsibility to investigate the incident .
article_snippet: Stoke City said the club was aware of the two fans' online boasts, but said Stoke City was up to Everton to take action against the men.
article_snippet: If they claims prove correct and the people concerned can be identified, it will be for Everton to take action against they as appropriate.'
article_snippet: Everton refused to comment on the men's claims, and would not confirm whether or not the club would launch an investigation.
highlights_snippet: Stoke City insist the responsibility of prosecution lies with Everton .