A recent analysis by online casino JeffBet.com delved into the realm of football fandom, revealing insights into the teams with the highest numbers of fan-related arrests between 2019 and 2023.
Data sourced from the Home Office uncovered intriguing trends, with West Ham United claiming the top spot, tallying 214 arrests during the specified period.
Violations primarily revolved around public disorder, accounting for a significant portion of the arrests, including instances of intimidation and threatening behavior toward opposing teams. Manchester United followed closely behind, with 178 arrests, while Manchester City, Leeds United, and Leicester City rounded out the top five.
The study also shed light on the alarming prevalence of violent disorder and other offenses like pitch incursion and possession of prohibited substances. Notably, public disorder emerged as the leading cause of arrest across all teams, with a total of 1,849 incidents recorded.
The study’s methodology involved analysing data from the Home Office, specifically focusing on football-related arrest statistics from 2019 to 2023, excluding international games.
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