Ian Holloway slams ‘horrific’ behaviour after Swindon fan throws object at goalkeeper

Swindon Town have launched an investigation into what their manager, Ian Holloway, called ‘disgusting’ behaviour by one of their fans at Walsall

Swindon Town have launched an investigation into what their manager, Ian Holloway, called “absolutely horrific” behaviour by one of their fans in the moments after Walsall scored a late winner against them in their 2-1 League Two defeat on Saturday.

A supporter from the away end at Bescot Stadium was seen throwing an object at Walsall goalkeeper Myles Roberts, while Swindon said they were also aware of “a number of serious incidents” including “the use of pyrotechnics, objects being thrown, abuse directed at stewards, staff, players and match officials, as well as damage caused to property within the stadium”.

The club said it would work with Walsall to investigate the incidents, adding: “This behaviour has absolutely no place at our football club or in the wider game. Let us be clear: any individuals found to have engaged in such actions will face the strictest possible sanctions, including banning orders and legal action where appropriate.”

Addressing the fan directly on Swindon’s YouTube channel, Holloway said: “I’m disgusted by whoever that person was. Whoever you are, you’re not a Swindon fan. I’m not having you, and I hope you get caught. That is absolutely horrific. How dare you put our club in the situation you’ve just done … we don’t want you in football.

“If you’ve ripped a seat out and thrown it at somebody, I just can’t stand you, whoever you are. And I will find you. I want us to find that person, and shame them.”

Earlier he told BBC Radio Wiltshire: “That’s not right; that’s not football. You think you’re upset and all of this? Just shut your face and get out of the game. It’s absolutely disgusting.”