Tottenham v Chelsea: Fans advised to arrive an hour early to pass security

Fans heading to White Hart Lane to watch Spurs meet Chelsea have been warned to arrive an hour early in order to pass through enhanced security.

Stricter security measures have been in place since the Paris terror attacks, which targeted the Stade De France where France were hosting Germany.

In order to be in their seats in time for today's early kick off at midday, Tottenham Hotspur has strongly advised fans to arrive no later than 11am to clear security.

The stadium will be open 30 minutes earlier than usual, at 10am to allow additional time to enter the stadium.

In order to speed up the security process, supporters have also been asked to have all coats and jackets are open and ready to be searched, and to avoid bringing any bags into the stadium unless it is strictly neccessary.

A statement from the club said: "The co-operation and good humour of those who heeded the advice to arrive early to clear security was appreciated by all at the club.

"Those supporters who arrived close to kick off experienced extended queues due to these additional checks with some unfortunately missing the start of the game as a result.

"Security will not be reduced or compromised in the event of queues forming to clear security and kick off will not be delayed as a result of this.