Burnley have taken the decision to issue life bans to 21 people following violence in the town last year, reports Sky Sports. The club opted for the action after those sanctioned were convicted and given football banning orders at Preston Crown Court earlier this week.

Of the 21 involved, 19 were also given prison sentences ranging from five to 22 months.

The trouble broke out at Burnley Miners Club following the Championship game against Sheffield Wednesday in January 2014.

Burnley chief executive Lee Hoos said: "It is our intention to give lifetime bans to all of those involved in this mindless act of violence.

"Naturally, we will cross-check our database and put these bans in place. These people are clearly not fans and there is no place for them at Burnley Football Club."