Meeting Place For Toon Fans In Bordeaux

Last updated : 01 December 2012 By Footy Mad - Editor

French Police have warned Newcastle fans that they will monitor them closely ahead of their visit to Bordeaux next week.

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The club's supporters have already endured issues with police during their Europa League travels - complaining of a heavy-handed approach from officers in Bruges, where five away fans were arrested.

A spokesman for Bordeaux's police has asked that travelling supporters "gather at the Place de la Victoire in the city centre (pictured right)" two hours before kick-off.

It is from there they will begin the 30-minute walk to the Stade Chaban-Delmas under police escort.

Alternatively, fans will be shepherded into local taxis or the city's Line B tram. Once at the ground every supporter will be searched before being allowed in.

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With alcohol one of a number of items banned which include bags, banners and flags displaying "abusive" messages, fireworks, knives, belts and chains - anyone who appears drunk may also be turned away at the gates.

The news comes after their trip to Bruges in early November left angry Newcastle fans contacting their Euro MP for help.

Newcastle have already qualified from Group D.