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The Markets Field stadium
FOLLOWING a lengthy investigation,THE FAI have confirmed that 'accidental excessive force' was the reason that the First Division play-off game between Waterford and Galway at Markets Field last November.
The incident caused the fixture to be delayed for 10 minutes and Waterford fans had to be moved from the area. The report added that the problem did not occur due to 'malicious activity, nor a structural stand issue'.
The FAI released the following statement this morning:
"Following an incident during the League of Ireland Men’s First Division Play-Off fixture between Galway United FC and Waterford FC on Friday, November 4, 2022, at Markets Field in Limerick, a full investigation was conducted and a report has now been completed and sent to all stakeholders involved.
"The report found that the incident did not occur due to malicious activity, nor a structural stand issue, but accidental excessive force contributed to the damage of the seats.
The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) and the League of Ireland are currently reviewing all stadium certificates for the 2023 season and will add additional inspections where high risks are identified.
"Following the conclusion of the 2022 season, a Safety and Security Conference took place with all relevant club personnel. Further match operations workshops and training is currently on-going ahead of the 2023 League of Ireland season.
"The FAI would like to thank all stakeholders involved in the report An Garda Siochana, Limerick Enterprise Development Partnership, Treaty United FC and Waterford FC."
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