The same approach applies to displays, banners, scarves or other items that are easily recognisable as pro-Israeli or pro-Palestine, or in any other way related to the current crisis and that may therefore pose a risk to safety and security.

The first consideration of the Premier League and clubs is to ensure that fans are able to watch football in a safe and secure environment. Current advice from safety and security experts remains that the displaying of either the Israel or Palestine flag at football matches has the potential to generate flash-points and/or conflict as this is highly likely to be viewed as a provocative gesture. In turn, this could create a significant safety and security risk for those attending matches.

As per Chelsea FC’s ground regulations (12.2), any individual found to have engaged in prohibited activity will be removed from the stadium, and may be subject to a ban from matches.