Lincoln City have issued a lifetime ban to the individual who entered the pitch during Saturday’s fixture against Swansea City.
The decision follows the club’s initial statement condemning the incident, which also warned that further supporter misconduct could put sections of Sincil Bank at risk of closure. City had promised to impose the strongest sanction available under our supporter sanctions policy and have now confirmed the action taken.
In their latest statement, the Imps reiterated that the consequences of pitch encroachment can extend beyond the individual involved. We remain subject to an FA Action Plan until the end of the 2026/27 season following previous supporter misconduct charges, leaving the club exposed to the possibility of further sanctions.
“City have issued a lifetime ban to the individual who entered the field of play during Saturday’s fixture against Swansea City.
“Entering the field of play at a football match without lawful authority is a criminal offence. Anyone who encroaches onto the pitch will also face the strongest sanction available under the club’s supporter sanctions policy.”
The lifetime ban fulfils the commitment made in the earlier statement, when City confirmed a full review of the incident and said they would support Lincolnshire Police fully with any investigation. The club made clear at that stage that its own disciplinary action would be separate from any police or court proceedings.
For the wider fanbase, the warning about potential ground closures remains particularly concerning. In January 2026, the independent Regulatory Commission gave “very serious thought to a partial stadium closure” when sanctioning the club, a point City highlighted in their first response to Saturday’s incident.
“Pitch encroachment can have wider consequences for fellow supporters, including the potential closure of sections of the ProAmpac Stadium as City remain subject to an FA Action Plan until the end of the 2026/27 season following previous supporter misconduct charges.”
No stadium closure has been issued, but the potential consequences for supporters who have done nothing wrong are clear. The club’s earlier response also stressed the risks pitch incursions create for players, match officials, stewards and those entering the playing area.
City have again urged supporters to help keep Sincil Bank safe, with reporting options available throughout the ground.
“The ProAmpac Stadium should always be an enjoyable, safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Incidents of this nature are completely unacceptable and have no place at a football match.
“We ask all supporters to help us maintain a safe environment. If you see behaviour that could put people or the club at risk, please report it to a steward or use one of the reporting QR codes located around the stadium.”
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