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Wigan Athletic in conjunction with Greater Manchester Police has acted swiftly to ban 17 spectators from attending future matches.
The move follows incidents inside the Reebok Stadium at last Saturday’s derby game with Bolton Wanderers when a number of flares were set off within the Wigan Athletic supporters seating area.
The spectators predominantly aged between 15 and 22 have been written to today by the Club, confirming that they are no longer welcome to attend Wigan Athletic games.
Chief Executive Jonathan Jackson said:
“We were extremely disappointed by the behaviour of a small minority of spectators who tarnished what was a fantastic day for the Club.
“We have worked closely with Greater Manchester Police who will be issuing official football banning orders on the majority of those arrested during the game.
“We wish to protect the image of Wigan Athletic as a family Club and do not welcome those who seek to make trouble and endanger the safety of our supporters.”
Prior to Saturday’s game only three Wigan Athletic supporters had been arrested this season and the Club is keen to maintain this record of good conduct.
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