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Fans of Wales and Poland are being advised against bringing any fireworks to the Euro 2024 play-off final at Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday.
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18 months ago in Cardiff, seven Poland supporters were detained after a Nations League match between the two nations. Four of them were arrested for having flammable devices.
The November Europa Conference League game between Aston Villa and Legia Warsaw was marred by incidents of disorder among fans, resulting in 46 Polish supporters facing charges for their involvement in violent conflicts with authorities.
FIFA imposed a penalty of over £14,500 on The Football Association of Wales due to the use of flares by home fans during their wins against Austria and Ukraine in Cardiff for the 2022 World Cup play-offs.
According to Superintendent Steve Rees, South Wales Police has significant expertise in managing major international sports events that have been successfully hosted in the region for several years. There is a comprehensive policing strategy in place for the upcoming important event in Wales.
Having a pyrotechnic device at a soccer game or trying to bring one into a soccer stadium is against the law. If someone is caught doing this, they will be arrested and may be banned from attending future football events.
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“We collaborate closely with the staff of Cardiff City Stadium, who are responsible for ensuring that supporters adhere to the stadium’s regulations.”
“We strongly urge all those attending the match to adhere to the guidance for supporters released by the Football Association of Wales.”
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Possessing a pyrotechnic device at a football game or trying to bring one into a stadium is considered a crime.
The Football Association of Wales stated that the use of pyrotechnics in areas with spectators at football events poses significant health risks, including the potential for blindness, limb injuries, and loss of fingers or toes due to their explosive capabilities. Therefore, there is no safe way to incorporate pyrotechnics into these types of events.
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Individuals who engage in this behavior may be subject to a ban from the Football Association of Wales, potential arrest, and a mandatory Football Banning Order lasting at least 3 years.
“Furthermore, if individuals are found using fireworks in areas open to the public near and on the way to the stadium, they may receive section 34 notices and be directed to vacate the premises. This information will be shared with the Football Association of Wales, Cardiff City Stadium, and legal authorities.”
Entry into the stadium may be denied due to this.
The CEO of FAW, Noel Mooney, addressed fans’ worries regarding crowd problems that were shared on social media following Poland’s visit to Cardiff in September 2022.
“I received multiple messages related to policing, security, flags, and pyro from last night on Twitter,” said Mooney, now X.
Discussing is crucial to ensure that the @Cymru encounter is optimized.
Approximately 1,900 supporters of Poland will be present in a packed stadium of 33,000 people. The victors will secure a spot in Euro 2024 and will join Austria, France, and the Netherlands in the same group during this year’s competition.
Source: independent.co.uk
