Worksop Town bans fan for throwing liquid over referee

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 11:21 · Archive

A supporter was banned from Worksop Town FC after throwing liquid over the match referee during a National League North game on 31 October, when the Tigers lost 1-0 to Brackley Town at the KC Sofas Stadium.

The club said the incident was 'completely unacceptable' and confirmed the individual responsible has been identified and banned until further notice. Worksop Town stated it is becoming 'increasingly concerned' about recent incidents involving unacceptable behaviour among supporters.

In a statement, the club said such behaviour 'not only brings the club into disrepute but could have serious consequences, including financial penalties, disciplinary sanctions and other restrictions'. The club added: 'We will not hesitate to take firm action against anyone whose behaviour threatens the club, its officials, staff, volunteers or fellow supporters.' It noted that the majority of its supporters are 'fantastic' and called on everyone to support the team 'passionately but respectfully'.

How it is being reported

• Worksop Town issue ban to fan who threw liquid over refereeTigers ban supporter and issue general warning over future bad behaviourWorksop Guardian · 2 Nov, 10:43
• Fan banned from Nottinghamshire football club after throwing 'liquid' over refereeWorksop Town FC is becoming 'increasingly concerned' after a number of 'unacceptable' incidents recentlyNottinghamshire Live · 1 Nov, 13:24

In this story: Worksop Town FC · Brackley Town · Nottinghamshire · National League North

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