A warning has been issued to rugby fans ahead of this weekend's Grand Final.
St Helens are set to take on Leeds Rhinos at Old Trafford on Saturday, September 24. Thousands of fans will be making the trip to the Manchester United stadium to support their side.
Fans have been directed to the Manchester United website for information on what to expect as well as security advice. The site states that everyone entering the stadium will be subject to a "screening process" including physical searches.
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There will also be restrictions in place on the size of bags which can be brought into the stadium. Bags may be left at a drop-off point for a charge of £5.
A statement on the site said: "Bringing a bag will potentially delay your entry to the stadium and will delay your departure after the game if you are required to use the Bag Drop facilities.
"We therefore encourage you not to bring any restricted bags or prohibited items to the stadium, and if you have to bring any restricted bags, we recommend you arrive at least 2 hours before kick-off). Please do not be alarmed by the security measures - they are in place to ensure that Old Trafford is a safe, secure environment."
Anyone deciding to leave their bags at the drop off point will be given a numbered ticket.
A full list of what can be brought into the stadium includes:
- Mobile phones, which must be able to fit in a pocket
- Small fold up umbrellas
- Small bottles of hand gel
- Small bags with dimensions or: 8 x 6 x 2 inches, or A5 or smaller
- Non offensive flags or banners 2m x 1m or less. They must not include sticks or poles and must meet fire regulations
- Clear plastic bottles of water 500ml or less, with the top removed
- Megastore purchases in Megastore carrier bags
- Crutches and walking aids.
Banned items include:
- Smoke or gas canisters
- Water in excess of 500ml
- Dark plastic bottles and/or dark liquid
- Baby buggies or prams
- Air horns
- Solid containers or flasks
- Poles or sticks
- Fireworks, flares or pyrotechnics
- Large bags or suitcases
- Umbrellas (except small fold up umbrellas)
- Flags or banners larger than 2m x 1m or of an offensive nature
- Knives or weapons
- Drinking glasses
- Drink cartons
- Alcohol
- Glass bottles
- Canned drinks
- Laptops
- Computer Tablets
- Large bodied cameras
- Tools
- Image or sound recording devices
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