CHESTER have released a statement condemning the actions of “a number of individuals” at their game with Altrincham on Monday.
The Blues came away from Moss Lane with a 4-2 away victory but that success was marred by an incident which saw two people injured and a steward verbally abused.
Responding to the unsavoury scenes, the Blue Square Bet North newcomers said: “Chester FC would like to make it clear that any fans that are involved in such actions are running the high risk of being banned from the Exacta Stadium, if proof of their involvement is identified by video or photographic evidence.
“The club will work together with Altrincham Football Club to establish the facts, whilst assuring them that everything will be done to identify those involved, and would offer a reminder to those individuals that should any action be taken by the footballing authorities against the club for such incidents, it will ultimately undo all the hard work both on and off the pitch at Chester FC.
“Penalties against the club could potentially involve points deductions and/or large fines. In addition to this it could lead to increased police costs and restrictions, which the club can well do without. Anyone found guilty of participating in violence or anti social behaviour will be subject to the relevant penalties available to the football club.
“As a community based football club run by and for the fans, we would hope that those involved in these criminal activities will, in future, stay away from all away games, and are unwelcome at the Exacta Stadium where we have a proud and untarnished record.
“We are trying to create a football club that is the very best of our community. Every supporter is an ambassador for the club and as such we expect everyone to act individually and collectively in ways that reflect well on our club and our city.
“Whatever the circumstances of the incidents yesterday, those involved must ask themselves whether their actions lived up to those standards.”
