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Linfield issue 'clear' message after Irish FA Disciplinary appeal outcome

Linfield have issued a "clear" reminder to supporters to be on their best behaviour at future matches after the club successfully appealed a stadium ban.

The club's sanction for spectator misconduct at the recent Big Two derby at the Oval has been downgraded from a stadium closure to a £7,500 fine.

The Irish FA had initially banned Blues supporters from attending the upcoming Irish Premiership match against Newry City on March 18.

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The penalty was imposed after a section of Linfield fans threw missiles onto the pitch during the 3-0 defeat to Glentoran on February 14.

Glens pair Aaron McCarey and Marcus Kane appeared to be struck by items thrown from the away end, with the game having to be halted twice.

LInfield manager David Healy hit out at the trouble following the game, while the Blues also condemned those fans involved in the ugly scenes.

And the club has reiterated the message that any future incidents will not be tolerated.

Reflecting on their successful appeal, Linfield said in a statement: "Following the successful outcome of our IFA Disciplinary Challenge, we will be pleased to welcome our supporters to Windsor Park for the upcoming NIFL Premiership fixture against Newry City on Saturday March 18.

"The scenes at The Oval which led to our disciplinary sanction were totally unacceptable and not representative of the ethos and values of Linfield Football Club.

"It is vital that there is no repeat of this behaviour, as it is costing our club dearly, both in terms of fines and also in immeasurable damage to our reputation."

The club added: "We have been clear - if you cannot support our club in a positive manner, you are not welcome.

"Stay Blue or stay away."

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