Eleven people were arrested after violent scuffles broke out towards the end of their 2-0 defeat by Wigan Athletic.At this stage we are still in the process of establishing the full details of what happened in a section of the ground during the second half. When we have those facts at our disposal and the police have completed their investigations we may be in a position to comment further.He added: "We have worked very hard, the chief executive and chairman, to do everything we possibly can to be trouble-free. We have had high-profile games that have gone very well. We have done everything we possibly can.Police wielding batons eventually brought the disorder under control, and the Metropolitan Police said four officers had sustained "minor injuries.Told by reporters that some young Millwall fans had been reduced to tears by the fighting, he said: "I'm very, very sorry if that's the case. But until I do see those images and get the time to sum that up for myself, it's tough for me to comment.The policing response was robust and proportionate and 11 people were arrested during the game in connection with the violence that broke out shortly before half time and full time he said.Our position is clear. Anyone associated with our club found guilty of violent behaviour will be banned indefinitely from Millwall matches in addition to any punishment they receive from the authorities," said Millwall chief executive Andy Ambler.
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