Finn Harps to pay 'significant fine' after fan throws sweet at Cork City player

NOT SO SWEET: Finn Harps have confirmed that they have received a “significant fine” after a supporter threw a sweet at a Cork City player. Pic: North West Newspix.

Finn Harps have confirmed that they have received a “significant fine” after a supporter threw a sweet at a Cork City player.

Harps ended City’s three game winning run last Friday night as they held the First Division leaders to a scoreless draw at Ballybofey.

But the result and their spirited performance was marred by a fan, who threw a sweet at a City player leading to the club now having to pay a sizeable fee as punishment.

In a statement released on Friday, Finn Harps re-iterated that they have a zero-tolerance policy towards such actions, and anyone found throwing objects will be banned for life.

“Following last Friday’s match against Cork City FC, the club has received a significant fine after a projectile (identified as a sweet) was thrown toward an opposition player,” Harps posted on their official website.

“The club has a zero-tolerance policy for this behaviour. Any act that endangers the safety of players, staff, or officials will not be tolerated.

“Anyone found throwing objects onto the pitch, regardless of size, will face an immediate lifetime ban.

“Such incidents result in serious financial penalties and divert resources away from supporting the team and developing club facilities.

“Supporters are reminded of their responsibility to conduct themselves in a safe and respectful manner at all times.”