Footage shows Millwall and Barnsley fans fighting outside Wembley after League One play-off final
New Scotland Yard confirm they are investigating the incidents which marred Barnsley's on-field success
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Your support makes all the difference.Footage of violence between Millwall and Barnsley supporters on Wembley Way has emerged following the Tykes’ 3-1 League One play-off final victory on Sunday.
New Scotland Yard confirmed last night they are investigating the incidents, which occurred primarily after the match at Wembley Stadium, while the Football Association and Millwall have moved to condemn the actions of those involved.
The mobile phone footage appears to show supporters throwing punches, sparking the attention of police officers who attempt to restore peace and order.
“The Metropolitan Police Service will conduct a review and will liaise with the Football Association and the two clubs involved to identify those responsible and take appropriate action,” a statement said on Sunday evening.
Millwall, meanwhile, have vowed to hand lifetime bans to any perpetrators of the violence. “The club deplores the actions of a small minority of its fans during the second half. Such behaviour is unacceptable and anyone found guilty of disorder will face life bans from the football club.”
Barnsley sealed promotion to the Championship despite being bottom of League One in December.
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