The Club would firstly like to state that it abhors violence and inappropriate behaviour of any kind, and secondly that any alleged incident of vandalism in the Boathouse pub was not perpetrated by anyone travelling to the game on the official supporters coach. Darlington Football Club is adamant that it will not tolerate any acts of disorder from anyone purporting to support the Club, or allow them to tarnish the good name of the Club and the vast majority of its excellent supporters.

The alleged trouble was largely alcohol-fuelled and as we move into National League North, both alcohol bans on all bus/coaches travelling to away games as well as Football Banning orders will apply.

The Club has already made contact with the Police and is aware that they are carrying out a full investigation. The Club will await feedback from the Police before deciding on any next steps.

The Club routinely takes a proactive stance on any potential inappropriate behaviour by issuing a statement periodically on its website, and anyone with information of this particular incident is urged to contact the club on john.tempest@darlingtonfc.org.