The Jersey Football Association has launched an investigation into the trouble at Springfield on Saturday afternoon.
After Guernsey’s men won 2-1, there were clashes between the two islands’ fans. One Guernsey player was also seen making a rude gesture to the crowd.
One football official in Jersey has said the aftermath of the Muratti Vase Final left “a sour taste” with calls for those responsible to be punished.
“Football’s had its problems with violence and safeguarding issues in the past, and it’s come a long way since then,” said JFA Chief Executive Tim Pryor.
“This sort of incident doesn’t help us – we are reliant on sponsorship, and this won’t help us attract sponsors.
“It leaves a sour taste in the mouth after what had been an excellent contest on the pitch – the majority of supporters were well-behaved, but were let down by a minority who crossed the line at the end of the game.”
Mr Pryor said he accepted that pitch invasions might be part of the celebrations by exuberant supporters, but said that the actions witnessed on Saturday went too far.
Jersey police officers joined around 40 stewards in restoring order after Jersey fans hurled a bin on to the pitch where Guernsey fans were celebrating. The bin was returned before punches were thrown.
Mr Pryor said at least one person was injured.
“It’s not acceptable to confront and goad your opponents like this, and we’ve also seen a steward sustain a gash on his leg and a bit of damage to the pitch from a flare,” he said.
A spokesperson for States of Jersey Police said yesterday: “Officers and event staff concentrated on separating fans and restoring order, which was done quickly – no persons have come forward to police to report any offence.
“No arrests have been made by SOJP at this stage – police will be reviewing CCTV, drone footage and third-party material in due course.”
The Jersey FA would be helping the review, Mr Pryor confirmed.
“We will work with the police over the coming days – I would hope something is done, but it’s not for me to say what action should be taken,” he said.
Although conceding that the many pictures and videos shared in media reports, on social media and via messaging apps was not good publicity for football, Mr Pryor said there was a plus side.
“I would imagine that there are lots of clear images available to police to help identify those involved,” he said.
The Guernsey Football Association has declined to comment saying: “it would be inappropriate for the Guernsey FA to make any statement or comment at this time”.
