New Data Reveals Who's on Top of the Arrest List in Premier League
Manchester City fans led the pack when it came to football-related offenses during last season, accounting for 102 arrests out of a total of 1,963 reported incidents across the UK.
The decrease of 4% from the previous season was not enough to move Man City off their spot at the top, with Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester United following closely behind in second and third places. The data comes as part of an extensive report compiled by the UK Government from statistics gathered by police forces across England and Wales throughout the domestic football season 2025-26.
The numbers also offer a glimpse into the enforcement changes, with new legislation around unauthorized entry to stadiums adding to the tallies this time round. While the exact nature of some arrests is not specified, it has revealed that clubs like Arsenal and Championship side Millwall are among those dealing with high levels of disruptions.
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Manchester United saw a large decrease, dipping 60% from the previous season. This comes after a major spike in offenses last year. Portsmouth was on the rise too, seeing their numbers go up dramatically.
New data highlights: Portsmouth's arrest statistics increased significantly to 55 casesFrequently Asked Questions
How many arrests were there overall during the season?
The total number of arrests and other police actions across all UK football clubs was 1,963 in the 2025-2026 domestic football season.
Which club had the biggest decrease in arrests last season?
Manchester United recorded a significant drop, reducing their number of supporters arrested by 60% compared to the previous year.