Troublemakers heading to South Africa for the World Cup have been warned that they will face the "full force" of the local police.
The police chief in charge of combating English football violence during the tournament said a fast-track courts system was in place.
And he said anyone who takes part in football-related violence in South Africa will face a banning order when they return home.
Andy Holt, the Association of Chief Police Officers (Acpo) lead on the policing of football, will head a team of 12 uniformed British officers in South Africa.
The officers, who will arrive in time for England's first game against the USA in Rustenburg on July 12, will form part of an international policing contingent to assist local authorities.
Assistant Chief Constable Andy Holt said: "Officers heading to South Africa will be deployed in full uniform and will act as both intelligence gatherers and as ambassadors.
"These officers are experienced in policing football matches in the UK and will act as a direct link into the South African Police Service to ensure that it's a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.
"The reality is that the overwhelming majority of England fans heading to South Africa are there to support the national team and the game of football. Those who do decide to engage in any trouble must realise that, as guests in South Africa, they will feel the full force of local policing laws.
"The South African police have a fast-track courts system in place and we will ensure that any of those who get caught up in football-related trouble can also expect to face a football banning order when they return to the UK."
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Nick Hawkins, Chief Crown Prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service in Hampshire and Isle of Wight, and national football lead, said: "CPS will be working closely with the UK policing team and South African prosecutors during the World Cup.
