BBC · Dec 29, 2024
Arrests after fans clashed at Boxing Day match
Getty Images An aerial view of the Bet365 Stadium in Stoke-On-Trent. It has four stands and a car park. Rolling hills and homes can be seen in the background.Two men have been arrested after fighting broke out following Stoke City's clash with Leeds United.
The Boxing Day fixture at the bet365 Stadium was marred by violence and officers expected to make further arrests, Staffordshire Police said.
A statement said two men, aged 62 and 22, were arrested on suspicion of affray on Sunday morning. "We want to send a strong message that if you get involved in disorder you will be arrested," said Supt John Owen.