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Millwall fans caused ugly scenes at Wembley after Sunday's 3-1 League One playoff final loss to Barnsley, after having ruined the 2013 FA Cup semifinal when fighting broke out amongst themselves. This time a number of them charged around the top tier attempting to force their way into the Barnsley end, while others appeared to lob coins at Tykes players. Millwall manager Neil Harris said of the incidents: "I was only aware of that from what I've been told, but I hope it's not serious and I hope everyone gets home safely.'' Millwall condemned the scenes and vowed to dish out life bans to offenders. The club said: "Millwall Football Club deplores the actions of a small minority of its fans during the second half of Sunday's League One playoff final. "Such behaviour is unacceptable and anyone found guilty of disorder will face life bans from the football club.'' Metropolitan Police later confirmed 15 arrests had been made outside the ground. Enquiries are continuing into matters inside the stadium but no arrests have been made so far. "At approximately 4.35 p.m. on Sunday, 29 May, during the League One playoff final between Millwall and Barnsley at Wembley, an altercation between a small number of fans occurred,'' a statement read. "No arrests have been made at this stage and enquires continue.'' "The Metropolitan Police Service will conduct a review and will liaise with the Football Association and the two clubs involved to identify those responsible and take appropriate action.'' It added: "Fifteen people were arrested outside the ground, before and after the game, largely for public order offences. "We are not aware of any serious injuries.''
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