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Thousands of British people will be heading to the Czech Republic capital Prague this week for everything from football to a city break - and the Foreign Office has issued some important advice for anyone travelling.

Many who are Prague-bound will be there to watch England take on the Czech Republic in a UEFA Euro 2020 qualifier on Friday, October 11.

Detailed advice for football fans is featured below but all travellers to Prague - be they football fans or holiday-makers - are also being warned about the impact of other events taking place in Prague this weekend.

They include The Signal arts festival and a day of mourning and funeral for Czech singer Karel Bott.

Both are expected to draw tens of thousands of people into the capital and impact on the public transport network.

The Foreign Office travel advice states: “In addition to the Czech Republic v England match, several high-profile events are taking place in Prague on October 11 and 12.

“The Signal arts festival and a national day of mourning and funeral for the Czech singer Karel Gott are each expected to draw crowds in the tens of thousands into Prague city centre. “Public transport will be very busy and may be subject to disruption.

“If you’re in Prague over the weekend, allow extra time for journeys (particularly to and from the stadium if attending the match) and stay respectful of any mourners you see.”

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People using public transport are reminded to make sure they validate their ticket when they board or face the prospect of a fine.

British people in Prague are also advised to carry their passport with them at all times and make sure they only buy alcohol from legitimate places like supermarkets or bottle shops.

Football advice

The Foreign Office has issued the following advice specifically for football fans travelling for the England match.

It states: “You won’t be allowed to enter the Sinobo Stadium without a ticket.

“Please arrive well before kick-off, the stadium will open at 18.45.

“The England entrances are at gates 3 and 4. The ticket office for late collections will be situated outside the initial visual ticket check area at gate 3 or inside the stadium box office at gate 4.

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“As in the UK you may be searched on the way into the stadium. Any dangerous or banned items will be removed for example, knives, umbrellas, drugs and alcohol. No large bags or rucksacks are permitted but left baggage facilities are available.

“Visiting supporters will be asked to remain in the stadium after the match to allow the home fans to disperse. Should this change there will be clear announcements in English.”

It adds: “Drinking in the streets, is illegal, and on-the-spot fines may be issued.

“Drunken or offensive behaviour is dealt with according to Czech law and may result in detention and or fines.”

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