revealed that police had made 18 arrests and confiscated items such as golf balls and darts, which some United fans had attempted to smuggle into the stadium; one City fan had struck United's Patrice Evra with a cigarette lighter. A further 15 people were arrested for throwing bottles at police officers after the match, and another 11 were arrested in raids the morning before the second leg. Officials from The FA held meetings with both clubs to attempt to ensure a peaceful second leg at Old Trafford, while an additional 75 police officers were announced to be on duty. The game was compared metaphorically to a powder keg by British broadcaster Sky Sports due to the nature of the previous two games, while The Guardian wrote that it was "the highest risk" game at the stadium that season. United won the second leg 3–1; having taken a two-goal lead with goals from Scholes and Carrick, Tevez again scored to level the tie at 3–3. The game looked to be heading to extra time before Rooney scored in the 92nd minute to send United into the final. United faced disciplinary action following incidents of their supporters throwing objects at City's Craig Bellamy, including a coin that struck him on the back of the head, and multiple bottles. A man from Stockport was charged with the incident, while police confirmed that six men were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and conspiracy to commit violent disorder. The case was thrown out on a technicality in November 2011. The victory was described by The Guardian journalist Kevin McCarra as a victory "greater than the prize" of reaching the final due to the nature of the rivalry. Return league fixture: City 0–1 United In April, ahead of the return league fixture to be played at the City of Manchester Stadium, police warned both Tevez and Neville not to do anything that could again incite crowd trouble, following their celebrations and comments throughout the season. Ferguson reiterated that he had no regrets about letting Tevez leave the club, despite injury worries for Rooney going into the match. Tevez himself said he still did not understand the intention behind the "Welcome to Manchester" billboard that had caused much controversy upon his signing. Mancini said the game was among the most important in the club's history, as a victory would help them in their attempt to qualify