Cliftonville FC HubCliftonville FC is facing criticism from its own supporters over the club's silence on fan disorder at Windsor Park. The incident occurred during the Irish Cup semi-final against Dungannon Swifts on Friday, where fireworks and bottles were thrown. Nine police officers were injured and a child was hit by a bottle.
What happened?
The chaos erupted ahead of the match, with around 200 Cliftonville supporters taking part in a fan parade that had been approved by the Parades Commission. However, the event quickly turned violent, with reports of riotous behavior and the use of flares.
Why it matters for Cliftonville FC
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with the Tommy Breslin North Belfast Reds Cliftonville Supporters Club issuing a statement condemning the "inappropriate conduct". The club has been urged to review the available footage, identify those responsible, and take appropriate action.
What comes next?
The PSNI has stated that they will "not tolerate disorder or criminal behavior of any kind" and will continue to work with football clubs to address any inappropriate behavior linked to people attending matches. Cliftonville FC has been contacted for a response.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 5th in Premiership, 47 pts, 13W-8D-12L from 33 games |
| Goals this season | 49 scored, 48 conceded (+1 goal difference) |
| Title race | 26 points behind leaders Larne |
| Last result | Cliftonville FC 1-2 Dungannon Swifts (2026-05-09) |
| Recent form | 3W-0D-2L (LLWWW, most recent first) |
