A MAN was arrested after bottles were thrown following the match last night, resulting in Southend High Street being closed to keep the public safe.

It comes after a night of anti-social behaviour as people celebrated England's semi-final victory.

A 21-year-old man from North Benfleet was arrested after throwing bottles in Southchurch Road.

The high street was later cordoned off so people could be dispersed.

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While carrying out patrols across the county, Essex Police also arrested three men – a 23-year-old man from Woolwich and two men, aged 35 and 37 and from Grays - were arrested at a pub in Great Warley after a fight broke out Patrols were carried out across Southend, Billericay and Stanford-le-Hope.

Police are urging people to stay sensible this weekend ahead of the finals.

A spokesperson for Essex Police said: "Don’t score an own goal this weekend when celebrating our historic appearance. Stay safe and look after each other."