All bags to be checked as FAI issue statement on heightened security at the Aviva Stadium this evening

Heightened security measures have been put in place for tonight's Irish soccer international in the Aviva Stadium.

The FAI released a statement on their website yesterday to warn fans that there will be a 'no bag policy' in place and that supporters will be searched at each entry point to the stadium. They have advised those attending tonight's game against Uruguay, which is scheduled to kick-off at 6pm this evening, to arrive at least an hour before the game to get through the heightened security checks.

A statement from the FAI gave the following information;

- Aviva Stadium Management are introducing a “No Bag Policy” to all events in the stadium.

- It is important that supporters do not bring any bags or rucksacks to the game.

- Searching procedures will be in place at all entry points and because of this it is advisable all supporters arrive a little earlier than normal.

- Extra safety and security measures will be in place at this fixture.

The FAI have heightened security before games over the last two years, most notably for the friendlies against Slovakia and Switzerland following the Brussels bombings last year.