Football hooliganism normally involves conflict between gangs, in English known as football firms, formed to intimidate and attack supporters of other teams. [2] On 2 November, Asian shops and homes were warned by the police to be prepared for possible attacks over the weekend by members of the MIGs, described as being "a gang of white football hooligans who terrorised Luton Asians 10 years ago". The historical rivalry between Luton Hooligans and QPR Hooligans almost reared its ugly face before, during and after a Conference clash. And a day later six Luton fans were jailed for between eight and fourteen months their part in the fight at the Moon Under Water pub. [2] A local Luton newspaper reported that the MIGs had met in the Nags Head Inn in Dunstable the previous Monday evening, 29 October, to draw up a "battle plan". They were said to want revenge with the attitude of, "They've trashed our town once they're not doing it again." "[1], The police launched a huge match day operation, bringing in 130 police officers as well as police horses, dogs and a helicopter. Ex-MIG Tommy Robinson, has written two books about his experiences with the firm: The ex-English Defence League leader took on the hooligan's name "due to the influence of a poisonous uncle I had, who were jealous of Tommy his whole life. The landlady of the pub denied any such meeting had taken place. The BBC reports that in August 2018 outbreak of fighting before Luton Town vs Southend United resulted in sentences of between 8 and 31 months plus a total of 47 years of football banning orders for Luton hooligans. Other English-language terms commonly used in connection with hooligan firms include "army", "boys", "bods", "casuals", and "crew". The name became synonymous with the group during the early 1980s. Glass doors were smashed and the manager ordered his staff out of the bar for their own safety. Police had to draw batons to break up the fight. The disturbances were met with condemnation by the Football Association, the British government and the two clubs involved. [2], Twenty four Luton fans were arrested in September 2002 after violence at a Worthington Cup match against Watford at Vicarage Road on 10 September. Nearly a year later in August 2003, at the start of the 2003–04 season, it was revealed that most MIG members had not attended any Luton Town matches since the match with Watford the previous season, with most of the 24 still awaiting trial. [11], Nearly a year later, in August 2003, at the start of the 2003–04 season, it was revealed that most MIG members had not attended any Luton Town matches since the match with Watford the previous season, with most of the 24 still awaiting trial. The show looks at the in-depth life of football hooligans and hooligan firms. Interviews are conducted with past and present hooligans. The Luton fans were seen throwing missiles at the opposing Cambridge fans and police. He was like, ‘use Tommy Robinson, use Tommy Robinson, it will get all the heat on him’." Section B are a group of football supporters who follow Airdrieonians F.C., and before the current club's formation in 2002, followed the original Airdrieonians. The violence that ensued resulted in a ban on away fans by Luton Town, which in turn resulted in Luton's expulsion from the League Cup. [3] Ten minutes before the game was due to start, rival fans fought running battles on the pitch after dozens of Luton fans had jumped over advertising hoardings and run onto the pitch. The hooligan element among Millwall’s fans , The bushwackers, started to riot, and invaded the pitch. The incident happened just after the George replaced the Blockers as one of the main 'alternative' pubs. Cambridge v Luton September 2009 and Police were forced to wear riot gear for protection after one officer suffered a cut to the hand as the situation spiralled out of control. The Mig Crew had exited the train on the way back from a League game at Mansfield Town. Ex-MIG Tommy Robinson, has written two books about his experiences with the firm: The ex-English Defence League leader took on the hooligan's name "due to the influence of a poisonous uncle I had, who were jealous of Tommy his whole life. Aston Villa Hardcore is a football hooligan firm associated with the Premier League club Aston Villa, based in Birmingham, England. [19], Oxford v Luton September 2009 and arrests on the night as a result of “minor disorder before the match” involving mainly Luton hooligans.[20]. Seven were arrested as Chief inspector Darren Alderson, who was in charge of the operation for Cambridgeshire police, said: "It was a good crowd for the club, but there was disorder between the fans of both clubs".