Clubs reviewed the issue of fan behaviour at the Premier League’s Annual General Meeting today, agreeing to implement stronger measures ahead of the start of next season, emphasising the necessity of a safe matchday environment.

Missiles, pyrotechnics, and pitch invasions are among the concerns that the new set of activities will address.

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Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said:

“It is vital that everyone feels safe at a football match.

“Supporters must be reminded it is illegal to enter the pitch at any time.

“To be clear, this area is unequivocally for football and, under no circumstance should players, managers, match officials or staff fear for their safety – just as fans should remain protected in the stands.

“In addition, we have seen an increase in the use of pyrotechnics and missiles, both of which are not only a criminal offence, but can cause serious injury.

“These types of incidents must stop and new measures for next season will make that clear – the League fully supports club and football-wide bans for offenders.

“It is the minority who are behaving unacceptably and they risk ruining the matchday experience for the vast majority of law-abiding fans.

“Crowd behaviour is an issue we and our clubs are addressing as a matter of urgency, in collaboration with partners and relevant authorities.”

To begin, teams unanimously agreed that visiting clubs must supply stewards for away matches in order to promote supporter safety and provide support for the home team.

To resolve the problem, the Premier League will continue to engage with the FA, EFL, PFA, LMA, and FSA, as well as other authorities.