Barnsley FC Have Closed West Stand At Oakwell Until Further Notice

Barnsley Football Club DX Stand Barnsley FC has announced that following extensive structural inspections, the West Stand at Oakwell Stadium has been closed until further notice.

During these inspections various remedial works have been identified that are required to the West Stand and, to therefore ensure the protection of all spectators, the club have taken the necessary decision to close the stand.

In addition to structural challenges, safety concerns and crowd management issues were also raised and cited as rationale to close the 130-year-old stand.



Chief Executive Officer, Khaled El-Ahmad, said: “The safety and security of supporters and staff is of the utmost importance. I made a promise internally to both staff and fans alike to be transparent regardless of how difficult the news is to share.

“The decision is purely based on a structural report and a number of West Stand specific crowd management challenges.

“With the history associated to this stand, in addition to the knowledge that a number of supporters have sat here for consecutive seasons, the Club appreciates both the emotional and practical problems this decision brings.

“Please know that we have members of staff working tirelessly to implement solutions in time for our next home game.”

With safety being of paramount importance to Barnsley FC, this position will remain under review with updates provided accordingly.

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