Football disorder reaches eight-year high

By Abhishek Chauhan September 22, 2022

Arrests and reported incidents of disorder at football matches in England

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and Wales last season were at their highest level for eight years.

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There were 2,198 football-related arrests, the highest number since the 2013-14 season

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The 2021-22 campaign saw the return of capacity crowds after a year of Covid-19 restrictions.

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Last season's disorder included players being approached after pitch invasions.

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A fan was jailed after running on to a pitch .

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