Stirling Albion have condemned "hooligan" behaviour and announced a crackdown after reports of away fans being threatened following their weekend match against Dumbarton. The club says it was left "appalled" by the incidents, which occurred after the game concluded.
Incident details
A small group of supporters made their way to the away end after the final whistle to threaten fans leaving the ground. The club has launched an investigation to identify those responsible, with findings to be passed to Police Scotland. Anyone identified faces a "lengthy ban" from Forthbank Stadium.
New measures announced
In a statement on Monday evening, Stirling Albion outlined several new policies effective immediately. No unaccompanied under-16s will be admitted to home matchdays. The club will also suggest opponents adopt similar policies for away games.
A membership scheme for younger supporters will be introduced over the coming weeks, requiring registration, parental permission for unaccompanied attendance, and agreement to a behavioural code of conduct. Breaches will result in an immediate stadium ban. Entry for unaccompanied under-16s will only be permitted with the membership card.
Additional restrictions
Fans wearing face coverings will be refused entry, and those found inside the stadium with one will be ejected immediately. The club also reserves the right to detain certain groups within the stadium after matches. These measures are expected to be in place for the next home game against Stranraer on August 22.
The incident is part of a wider trend in Scottish football, with League One club East Kilbride also responding to similar reports after their weekend match.
