Police are stepping up patrols ahead of Macclesfield's crucial game.

The Silkmen welcome Chester to the Leasing.com Stadium on Wednesday, April 29, for the National League North Play-Off Eliminator.

Cheshire Police have confirmed there will be extra patrols taking place in the town, with a dispersal order put in place, giving officers the power to direct individuals to leave the area for up to 48 hours.

A spokesperson for the force said: "For the upcoming game at the Leasing.com stadium, a dispersal order will be in place to ensure that those attending the match can do so safely.

"A dispersal order gives officers and PCSOs in uniform the power to direct individuals away from the area for up to 48 hours if engaging, or likes to engage in anti-social behaviour, crime, or disorder.

"Those failing to comply with the direction will face further police action.

"Poor behaviour will not be tolerated and our officers will be taking positive action, which could result in the issuing of banning orders for future matches."

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The dispersal order will be in place from 3pm on Wednesday until 1am on Thursday, April 30.

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It will cover the area indicated by the map below.