Don't behave like hooligans tonight, police warn football fans

The police have warned spectators not to behave like hooligans or cause commotion at the Sultan of Selangor's Cup 2016 football match in the Shah Alam Stadium tonight.

Shah Alam police chief, ACP Shafien Mamat also cautioned the spectators not to burn flares inside and outside the stadium as stern action would be meted out against unruly fans.

He said a total of 1,351 policemen would be deployed at the stadium throughout the match where about 70,000 spectators were expected to turn up.

Complementing the police will be about 80 staff from the Shah Alam City Council.

"We urged football fans not to bring in a culture of hooliganism. Instead, please show a spirit of high sportsmanship.

"We also advise the public to comply with police instructions when parking their vehicles and to follow the traffic flow for the benefit of all. We believe the parking area is adequate," he said in a statement today.

Shafien said the police warning was aimed at protecting the country's image as the match would be broadcasted live and watched by people from outside the country.

He also advised fans to come early to avoid traffic congestion at the very last minute as it would inconvenience other road users.

"This is because some 70,000 football fans are expected to throng the stadium for tonight's match and early attendance can further reduce traffic congestion at the stadium three entrances.

He said the entrances would be opened as early as 5pm.

Door A is a designated entrance for Singapore fans while doors C and D are for Malaysian supporters.

The Sultan of Selangor's Cup 2016 is an annual friendly match between Selangor and Singapore as part of reviving their traditional rivalry in football.