Why did Millwall fans fight at Wembley?
Why did Millwall fans fight at Wembley?
Sources have told Sky that Millwall are investigating the possibility the fighting could have been triggered by a dispute between two families within the crowd. During the second half of their 2-0 loss to Wigan on Saturday, around 20 Millwall fans were involved in a clash behind the goal at Wembley Stadium.
Is Harry the dog still alive?
Harry the Dog died an alcoholic in Essex. Billy Plummer – the young guy with the specs and the mad hair – apparently regretted taking part in the interviews in later life, moved the Herne Bay in Kent and sadly committed suicide the day his daughter was due to give birth to a grandchild.
Why Leeds is the most hated club?
A recent survey by English Football Statistician revealed that they were easily the most loathed club in the country, based on the number of derogatory chants directed at them by other clubs. They provoked 117 unique bellows of hatred — more than twice as many as their closest rivals, Liverpool.
Why do Leeds hate united?
Manchester United fans claimed to have been retaliating to consistent taunting by Leeds fans about the Munich air disaster over the years but these banners angered the Leeds fans, who retorted by chanting songs about Munich, and there were reports of seats being ripped up and confrontations after the game.
How many police officers were injured at Millwall?
A huge policing operation (more than 300 officers) prevented the hooligan groups from clashing. Police were pelted with bricks, bottles and fireworks by Millwall fans attempting to get to the Wolves supporters. A total of 45 police officers were injured when trouble erupted after Millwall lost to Birmingham in the Divison One play-offs.
When did violence between Millwall and West Ham fans happen?
Violence has occurred sporadically between the fans, resulting in the death of a Millwall supporter in 1976, and the murder of a West Ham fan in 1986.
What did Millwall fans do after the Cardiff game?
However, after the game, young Millwall fans ran riot in the streets around the ground. Cars and shops were smashed and bricks and bottles were thrown at police long into the night. Just four days after the Cardiff game there was a repeat performance.
Why did Millwall hooligans fight with the police?
The hooligans fought with police for a further hour once the Burnley fans were gone. There was a major police operation to keep rival fans apart. Serious disorder broke out after the match as Millwall hooligans tried to attack Forest supporters on their way to the station.