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Police ready for football clashes | Police ready for football clashes |
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Extra police officers are on standby for any post-match clashes following Manchester United's FA Cup third round defeat against Leeds United. | |
More than 9,000 Leeds fans descended on the city to watch their side win 1-0. | |
They were being kept in the stadium for a short time after the match in a bid to prevent any violence. | |
Match commander Supt John Graves had previously warned that anyone arriving at the stadium drunk could face police action. | |
He said: "Everyone connected with this event has a responsibility to do all they can to make this a safe and enjoyable occasion, especially local businesses and travel operators. | |
"In recent weeks we have been asking local pubs and off-licences to limit their sales and opening times, and advising coach operators of the dangers of transporting drunken fans." | "In recent weeks we have been asking local pubs and off-licences to limit their sales and opening times, and advising coach operators of the dangers of transporting drunken fans." |
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