In a disruptive incident that delayed an EasyJet flight, an Aston Villa football fan was removed by Spanish police after allegedly downing beer and shouting loudly about Birmingham while travelling home from holiday, according to multiple passenger accounts and eyewitness reports. The episode took place on December 28, aboard a Bristol-bound service departing Arrecife Airport in Lanzarote, when fellow travellers became concerned over the fan’s behaviour. 
Passengers told reporters that the man, identifiable by his Aston Villa shirt, was reportedly seen consuming several cans of Stella lager before and during the boarding process. Witnesses described him chanting loudly about Birmingham and his team, disrupting the queue at check-in and later continuing his behaviour once on the plane. One traveller said the shouting and singing prompted air hostesses to contact authorities, who then boarded the aircraft.
According to reports, five officers from the Spanish Guardia Civil intervened, escorting the supporter off the EasyJet flight. Passengers filmed part of the incident, showing the man being walked down the aisle under police supervision. The situation resulted in about an hour’s delay to the otherwise full flight as ground crews removed his belongings and prepared for take-off. The fan’s wife reportedly chose to leave with him after his removal.
At this stage, official statements from EasyJet or Spanish police authorities have not been publicly released, meaning details such as whether the fan faced legal charges or was fined remain unclear. EasyJet has been approached for comment but had not responded at the time of publication.
The incident has sparked conversation on social media and in fan communities about fan conduct when travelling, especially during festive periods when many supporters combine holidays with football gatherings and travel. Critics argue such behaviour reflects poorly on the club’s fan base and emphasises the importance of self-control when in public spaces or confined environments like aircraft. Others have defended passionate support for clubs, although most agree there are boundaries that should not be crossed in shared travel settings.
This occurrence follows a broader pattern of transport disruptions linked to fan behaviour across European flights, where alcohol consumption and chanting — while common in pubs and stadia — can cross into territory that airlines and authorities view as a safety or security risk when in transit. Airlines typically prohibit open alcohol on board and do not allow passengers to board aircraft while visibly intoxicated, but enforcement varies depending on local security and policing at the departure point.
While Aston Villa itself has not made an official statement regarding the individual involved in the flight incident, the club routinely emphasises responsible support and respectful conduct among its fanbase. This episode is likely to reignite discussion among supporters about balancing enthusiasm with responsibility — particularly when travelling internationally or using public transport
