Arsenal fans face Europa League nightmare as club decide not to run official Moscow trips amid Russia tensions

CSKA Moscow are set to give the Gunners a hostile reception [Photo: Courtesy]

Arsenal fans have been left facing a Europa League nightmare after being drawn against CSKA Moscow.

Travelling supporters are being warned of potential anti-British harassment amid the ongoing diplomatic crisis between the countries.

The club is expecting to get between 3,000 and 4,000 tickets for the second leg in Moscow on Thursday April 12 and there are already fears that fans will be afraid to go.

Arsenal players thank their travelling fans after the away leg victory in Milan [Photo: Courtesy]

The Foreign Office have already issued travel advice to supporters but the club is not running official trips and several regular tour operators have decided not to offer packages.

UEFA have issued a statement insisting that the two-legged tie would not be moved and would go ahead as planned because they would not interfere with politics.

Gunners fans won't be able to travel on an official club trip [Photo: Courtesy]

Tensions between Russia and the UK have been heightened [Photo: Courtesy]

A spokesman said: “UEFA is a sports organization whose aim is to promote and develop football, which can benefit and provide enjoyment for large sections of society.

"As a consequence, we are committed to remain politically neutral and will not to get involved in governmental affairs.

“As the case in all our competitions, UEFA has rules regarding safety and security in relation to the organization of matches and works closely with all clubs and local authorities to ensure all necessary measures are implemented to guarantee safety for all involved.”