Violent disorder occurred in south Belfast before and after an Irish Cup semi-final football match at Windsor Park on Friday night. Cliftonville Football Club lost to Dungannon Swifts. Nine police officers sustained injuries. A child was struck by a bottle during the incidents near Broadway.

Police charged a 19-year-old man with riotous behaviour, a provocative act, possession of fireworks and flares at a regulated match, indecent behaviour, and attempted criminal damage.

Cliftonville's management committee stated that club officials observed no major incidents before the game. The club condemned actions by a small number of youths who threw objects and fireworks at police on Broadway.

The club noted that some supporters brought fireworks and pyrotechnics into the stadium. It opposes this practice and plans to work with security officials to address it. Cliftonville emphasised the dangers of fireworks to younger fans.

Police reported that most fans acted peacefully during a pre-match procession from the Broadway and Donegal Road area to the stadium. The procession followed a Parades Commission determination with conditions. No post-match procession application was made after PSNI consultations.

Supt Fiona Dornan stated on Saturday that most attendees behaved peacefully, though some engaged in disorderly and provocative conduct before and after the match.

Assembly Speaker Edwin Poots suggested on Monday that local residents might block the road to prevent Cliftonville supporters from accessing Windsor Park. Cliftonville called these remarks deeply regrettable.

The club affirmed its commitment to a safe environment for supporters of all backgrounds and plans to collaborate with PSNI and authorities.