Police to take no action over Crystal Palace fans’ Newcastle banner

Police to take no action over Crystal Palace fans’ Newcastle banner

25-Oct-2021 14:37:52 | The Guardian

  • Officers conclude no offences committed
  • Banner criticised Saudi owners and Premier League

Police have confirmed they will not be taking any action against Crystal Palace supporters who raised a banner in protest at the Saudi takeover of Newcastle United last weekend.

The banner showed a man wearing traditional Arab dress and wielding a blood-stained sword, with the name of Newcastle’s new owners, PIF, on his thawb. It was raised at Selhurst Park before kick-off of Saturday’s Premier League fixture between the sides.

Continue reading...

Read More