Drogheda United's spectator ban upheld after pyrotechnic incident
A flare burning in United Park in Drogheda Credit: Larry McQuillan (ETPhotos)
The Independent Appeal Committee of the FAI has upheld a decision barring Drogheda United's fans from attending the upcoming away match against Shamrock Rovers.
This decision comes after an episode at Oriel Park on 29 September 2023, where a match official was hit by a pyrotechnic during a fixture between Dundalk and Drogheda United in the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division.
While acknowledging the effforts of clubs to deal with misconduct, the FAI have taken a zero tolerance approach to incidents.
"The FAI acknowledges the great work carried out by League of Ireland clubs in relation to spectator misconduct and recognises that this behaviour is by a minority of individuals."
"However, the FAI maintains a strict zero tolerance approach towards spectator misconduct and is committed to ensuring that League of Ireland matches remain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone," the FAI stated.
The match, which will now see Drogheda fans absent, is set for 20 October 2023 at Tallaght Stadium.
