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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Louise Taylor

Leeds to review crowd safety after Newcastle fans complain of crush

Newcastle United fans celebrate their first goal during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Newcastle United at Elland Road on January 22, 2022 in Leeds, England.
Newcastle United fans celebrate their winning goal against Leeds at Elland Road. Photograph: George Wood/Getty Images

Leeds United and West Yorkshire police are reviewing crowd safety protocols at Elland Road after hundreds of Newcastle United fans complained about a crush outside the away end on Saturday.

Traffic congestion around Elland Road meant that many supporters arrived later than planned for the Premier League game which was won 1-0 by Newcastle. With 3,000 away fans having made the trip and matters further slowed by Covid passport checks, significant overcrowding occurred around five turnstiles.

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