Police issue update after chaotic scenes outside Etihad after Manchester City vs Arsenal

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The clips were filmed after the Premier League match at the Etihad on Sunday (April 19).

Three people were arrested after scuffles broke out outside the Etihad following Manchester City and Arsenal's crunch match. Video footage appeared to show a handful of football fans being detained by police after the game on Sunday (April 19).

The clips showed frantic scenes outside the ground as officers shouted back' as a man wearing a Manchester City shirt was detained against a fence.

Footage also showed a tussle between another male and an officer while matchgoers made their way home.

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In an update regarding the incident, GMP has released a statement saying that the outbreak occurred after officers stepped in to prevent an escalation between rival fans 'goading one another'. Three people were arrested, say officers.

A GMP spokesperson said: "The vast majority of supporters attending the fixture witnessed an exciting top‑of‑the‑table clash and made their way home safely following the match.

"Unfortunately, a small number of individuals were involved in isolated pockets of disorder on Ashton New Road after the game, where rival fans were goading one another.

"Officers intervened to prevent the situation escalating and three arrests were made.

"Anti‑social, hateful and disorderly behaviour has no place in football or within our communities.

"Greater Manchester Police continues to work closely with partners to identify and address the actions of the small minority who do not behave responsibly, including seeking Football Banning Orders where necessary."