Backburn set to take action against fans selling tickets to Manchester United supporters

10 May 2011 15:59
ShareBlackburn have warned their supporters against selling season tickets to Manchester United fans for the crunch fixture between the two sides this weekend. [LNB]United will secure their 19th league title if they avoid defeat at Ewood Park on Saturday, while Rovers are looking for a positive result as they continue their battle to avoid relegation. [LNB] Is that the way to safety: Blackburn's Premier League future hasn't been secured [LNB]The sale of tickets to United fans could mean some supporters are not segregated, causing a security concern. [LNB]A statement on Blackburn's official website said: 'Reports that some Blackburn Rovers supporters are "selling" their season tickets to Manchester United fans ahead of Saturday's Barclays Premier League fixture at Ewood Park have brought a furious response from the club. [LNB]There at it again: Fergie's United are on course to win a record 19th title [LNB]'Club officials - fully supported by Lancashire Police - warn that everything possible is being done to minimise the illegal practice and stress that any offenders will face strong and appropriate action.[LNB]'Rovers have information and intelligence of season ticket holders selling their tickets directly to United followers - there is even evidence of season tickets being advertised on the internet.'[LNB] Blackburn managing director Tom Finn said: 'This is a very disturbing situation, not to mention a criminal offence, and a situation we could well do without leading up to what is a massive fixture. [LNB]'We are currently monitoring things very closely and, where necessary, will cancel the season tickets, so denying entry to the stadium on the day.[LNB]'It also goes without saying that we need as many Rovers fans inside Ewood Park on Saturday as we can.[LNB]'Fervent home support has worked wonders for us in recent years and we need it again now.'[LNB] Ambitious Rovers defender Samba casts doubt over his Blackburn futureAvram Grant takes the blame for West Ham's disastrous season as Hammers face relegationWest Ham 1 Blackburn 1: Hammers clinging on as Keane fluffs his lines [LNB]  

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