Clydebank FC has enjoyed an incredible journey in our first ever KDM Challenge Cup campaign, and on Tuesday night our supporters were rewarded with a fantastic team performance in our derby win over Dumbarton.
However, Tuesday night also saw fireworks set off and vandalism around the town.
The club condemns all forms of anti-social behaviour.
While the fireworks were visible from inside the ground, they were set off outside Holm Park. Police, SIA-trained security staff and club volunteers responded quickly and tried to identify those responsible.
The club made every effort to provide a safe environment for everyone attending. Both clubs issued pre-match communications setting out expectations of supporter conduct. There was an increased security presence. There were police in attendance. The match passed without incident inside the ground.
The vandalism also recently seen around the town is entirely unacceptable. Damaging property and causing fear and disruption in our community is not in our name and will never be associated with this club.
So-called “young teams” causing destruction and disorder is a growing problem for clubs across the country. They are a blight on football and our local communities. These are not supporters. Their behaviour has nothing to do with football, and those wishing to act this way are simply not welcome at Clydebank FC.
If you experienced or witnessed anti-social behaviour or vandalism around the fixture, please report it directly to Police Scotland, along with any footage or information that could help their ongoing enquiries.
Thank you to everyone who attended responsibly and helped make it a great occasion.
