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National Police chief to advise foreign cities to limit sale of booze to England fans after carnage in Seville

English supporters were involved in clashes with Spanish cops ahead of brilliant 3-2 win

BRITISH police are considering advising foreign cities to limit the alcohol they serve England fans on away days.

Three Lions supporters clashed with cops in Seville prior to England's 3-2 victory over Spain on Monday.

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: "There is too big an element who drink and behave obnoxiously.

"It is a minority, but there are far too many, and it would be wrong to try to minimise it as a small minority. There is a significant contingent of people who cannot behave because of alcohol."

DCC Roberts says his team is trying to work out how to prevent fans "drinking to excess and becoming disorderly."

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England fans clash with riot cops after vandalising cars in rowdy night of drinking ahead of Spain match
Travelling supporters in Seville this week clashed with policeCredit: YouTube
Fans circled motorists and kicked carsCredit: YouTube
Deputy chief constable Mark Roberts will make the suggestion to cities abroadCredit: YouTube

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He said: "We can look at banning orders for some, and at the licencing restrictions of host cities, whether that is the closure of places, or fans' ability to buy alcohol from off-licences.

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"We can ask local police to take positive steps with people who cause trouble. The root of this is dealing with alcohol."

Disorderly England fans forced Spanish police into firing warning shots prior to the game on Monday night.

It led to a mini stampede with fans kicking mirrors off vehicles and circling motorists.

Spanish riot Police chase England fans through Seville ahead of Spain Nations League clash
England fans watched Gareth Southgate's team beat Spain 3-2Credit: Reuters
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A statement from the FA said: "We condemn the unacceptable behaviour witnessed in Seville. We urge those following the team to respect our hosts and act in a responsible manner."

DCC Roberts also condemned the offensive songs sung by travelling support.

The FA warned English fans against signing songs about World War II in October 2017 but it continued in Spain this week.

Gareth Southgate says England were brave and really believed in their own threat against Spain
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