Sheffield Wednesday under further FA investigation

It's after the match against Leeds on Friday.

Hillsborough Stadium
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 12th Mar 2024

Sheffield Wednesday are under further FA investigation after their match against Leeds United on Friday.

The club say they are "extremely disappointed" after missiles were thrown from The Kop end during Friday's defeat.

The club are at risk of FA sanctions.

A statement on the Sheffield Wednesday website said:

"The Owls are extremely disappointed to report that once again, we are the subject of a further FA investigation, this time following Friday night’s Championship fixture against Leeds United.

"Missiles were launched from the Kop area of the stadium on to the pitch in breach of EFL Ground Regulations and the law.

"The club is at risk of FA sanctions for this and previous incidents regrettably seen at Hillsborough this season.

"Officials are currently studying CCTV footage from Friday’s game and anyone identified to have taken part in such unacceptable behaviour will be heavily sanctioned by the club whilst also facing police prosecution.

"We repeat in the strongest tone that we have a zero tolerance policy in respect of ground regulation and/or law breaches at Hillsborough.

"FA investigations result in unnecessary costs, including the potential of significant financial sanctions that have to be absorbed by the club.

"Whilst it is acknowledged that only a minority of supporters choose to act in such an appalling manner, we ask the overwhelming majority and law-abiding members of the Sheffield Wednesday family to help weed out these individuals and uphold the good name of our club."

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