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Met Police and West Ham issue travel advice to fans ahead of Millwall clash

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Place, T. (2026, September 18). Met Police and West Ham issue travel advice to fans ahead of Millwall clash. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/west-ham-travel-advice-millwall-met-police-london-bridge-b1297487.html

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The Metropolitan Police and West Ham have issued travel guidance for fans attending a match against Millwall, advising supporters to use South Bermondsey station exclusively. This follows reports of false social media messages about station closures that are suspected of being attempts to provoke unrest by misdirecting fans. Additionally, West Ham has emphasized its commitment to preventing discrimination at the event, warning that any form of discriminatory behavior will result in serious consequences, including criminal charges and lifetime bans from attending matches.

Written by AI on 2026-09-18, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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On September 19, West Ham United faced Millwall FC in a highly anticipated Championship match after a 14-year hiatus. To prevent potential violence, 400 police officers were deployed around South Bermondsey station, which was designated as the main entry point for away fans. False messages suggesting South Bermondsey would be closed were circulating online to divert fans and potentially stir trouble.

The Metropolitan Police enforced special measures including a Section 60 order allowing enhanced stop-and-search powers without reasonable suspicion, aimed at maintaining safety during the match. Both clubs advised supporters to use specific transport routes to keep rival fan groups apart. West Ham reiterated its commitment to zero-tolerance for discriminatory behavior and emphasized that fans would face serious consequences if they violated this policy.

Despite these precautions, there were six arrests reported by police before and after the game. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, with no immediate reports of on-field violence or major disruptions.

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Hammers fans using other local stations have been told they will be turned away and directed to South Bermondsey station. asserted

they → use → station

It comes amid reports of false AI messages suggesting South Bermondsey station will be closed on matchday, with suspicions that these may be attempt to stir up trouble by diverting West Ham fans to other stations. uncertain

these → come → stations

From South Bermondsey, fans will be ushered along a walkway directly to and from the away turnstiles. asserted

fans → usher → turnstiles

West Ham have also issued a statement reiterating that they have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination ahead of the match. asserted

they → issue → match

Read More The statement reads: ”Equality, equity, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the Club and we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcome to attend our fixtures in a safe environment. asserted

everyone → read → environment

“Any form of discriminatory behaviour or chanting is unacceptable; it has no place in football and has serious criminal consequences. “West Ham United will take the strongest possible action against any individual found to be engaging in such behaviour, including potential lifetime bans and referral to the police. asserted

United → have → police

Met Police and West Ham issue travel advice to fans ahead of Millwall clash

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