Manchester United supporters were arrested more than any other club in England and Wales, totaling 121 arrests for the 2024-25 season. This figure surpassed Manchester City and West Ham, who had 94 and 77 arrests, respectively. Nearly half of these arrests occurred at home games, many categorized as public or violent disorder. Conversely, overall football-related arrests decreased by 11 percent, with public disorder being the primary cause. The number of arrests for Class A drug possession also reached a peak since the offense classification changed in November 2022.
Manchester United fans had the highest number of football-related arrests last season, totaling 121, surpassing local rivals Manchester City and West Ham who had 94 and 77 arrests, respectively.
The data revealed that 49 percent of arrests for Manchester United fans occurred during home games, with 34 incidents classified as public or violent disorder.
Overall, football-related arrests across England and Wales declined by 11 percent, totaling 1,932, marking the first decrease since fans returned post-Covid-19.
The Home Office reported that public disorder was the most common reason for arrests, accounting for 32 percent of the total, with a notable increase in drug possession arrests.
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