Pitch invaders at Premier League matches face ban of at least a year as new measures announced
Fans who left off smoke bombs, pyrotechnics or invade the pitch at Premier League matches face a ban from their club for at least a year.
All 20 Premier League clubs unanimously agreed to introduce the measures as part of a crackdown on anti-social and criminal behaviour inside stadiums.The new measures have been brought in with a spike in anti-social behaviour at grounds across the country towards the end of last seasonThe new policy comes into effect immediately with the ban applicable to both home and away matches and potentially to parents and legal guardians of children who take part in such activities.
“At a Premier League Shareholders’ Meeting today, clubs unanimously agreed to introduce minimum-length bans for supporters who take part in anti-social and criminal behaviours at league stadiums,” a statement read. “Fans caught carrying or activating pyrotechnics or smoke bombs, or entering the pitch without permission, will receive an automatic club ban with a minimum term of one year.“These bans could also be extended to accompanying parents or guardians of children who take part in such activities.Incidents of supporters rushing onto the pitch have been on the up, sparking concern about the safety of footballers.
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