Ireland fans sent warning over banned object ahead of Finland clash

Ireland take on Finland in Helsinki tonight at 7.45 pm and fans have been warned.

Ireland fans have been warned about bringing pyro into the stadium ahead of tonight's UEFA Nations League clash in Finland.

Pyro is illegal in Finland, and fans have been warned about the consequences of bringing flares and other pyro into the stadium tonight.

And Irish supporter Liason Officer Gary Spain took to social media to inform fans of the law, saying: "Pyro is illegal in Finland and possessing pyro or lighting pyro is considered a serious offence. It can result in detention. The local police wish to make sure irish fans are aware of this."

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Today's game, which kicks off at 7.45 pm and will be broadcast on RTE Two, will see new Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson look to get his first win in charge.

“Honestly, I really feel much better in this camp, both in meetings, on the sessions, there's a higher tempo in what we are doing,” he said. “That would tell me that they are getting it better than last time and that’s understandable with a new coach, new things, etc.

“I feel better this camp. We had maybe five meetings, we are doing more talking than training. We need to be clear and ready with what we want, and don't overload the players with information. We need to find our ways to win, and once we do, hopefully we can keep on winning.”

Hallgrímsson's reign got off to a tough start with losses to England and Greece, and pressure will continue to mount ahead of this week's away games against Finland and Greece.

The Icelandic manager has made some big calls in his squad with Matt Doherty completely left out despite being fit.

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