West Ham ban half-and-half scarves for Spurs game

"The scarves, which are often sold by unofficial vendors outside football stadiums, have long been the subject of consternation from regular match-goers who reject the idea that someone would wear memorabilia showing both teams rather than exclusively the one they support. The move was communicated to fans as one of a number of "increased security measures" West Ham say have been designed to stop away supporters gaining access to home sections of the ground."

""Half-and-half scarves or items illustrating the colours/crests of both clubs will not be permitted inside London Stadium on Saturday," West Ham said. "Supporters who have purchased half-and-half scarves from unofficial sellers will be required to hand them over to security staff at the security checkpoints and these scarves will not be returned. "Supporters wishing to buy a scarf for the match are advised to head to the West Ham United Stadium store, where they can be purchased.""

West Ham will ban half-and-half scarves and items illustrating both clubs' colours or crests from London Stadium for the Saturday match against Tottenham. The club framed the measure as one of increased security steps intended to stop away supporters gaining access to home sections. Scarves bought from unofficial sellers must be handed to security at checkpoints and will not be returned. Supporters are advised to purchase official scarves at the West Ham United Stadium store. The fixture carries added volatility due to the traditional rivalry, Mohammed Kudus' transfer to Tottenham, and potential protests against the club's owners.

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