Antisocial behaviour from football fans has been condemned by York City FC.
The club today released a statement expressing their disappointment regarding repeated hooligan behaviour on match days.
Despite previous warnings, this season has seen repeated vandalism at the LNER Community Stadium, with seats and toilet urinals damaged.
As well as costing the club financially, the trouble leaves City open to charges by the Football Association.
That could mean the team – currently flying high in the National League under manager Adam Hinshelwood – is docked points.
Anti-social behaviour, chanting, the use of pyrotechnics and missile throwing by fans can all result in FA sanctions.
A spokesperson for York City said: “After the start Adam Hinshelwood and his side have had, no supporter of the Football Club would want to see it reach a stage which harms the playing side both financially or with points.
“We once again ask to keep your support loud, proud, and behind the white line in the stands, both home and away.
“Please do not bring into any stadium any form of pyrotechnic or throwable missile, or engage in any form of anti-social behaviour of any kind.”
The club is urging other fans to report bad behaviour. Supporters can text YORK to 60060 (£1 per text) to anonymously alert York Stadium Management Company and stewards to any anti-social behaviour within the stadium on match days.
Stewards are also on hand, both home and away, to help support the supporters.