Newport Lions FC
Newport, England
About Lilleshall Pitch Invasion
Read more →A pitch invasion occurred at a football match between Lilleshall United and Market Drayton Town on Saturday, 12 February 2023.
The invasion took place in the 89th minute of the match, when Lilleshall United were leading 2-1. A group of Lilleshall United supporters ran onto the pitch and surrounded the referee, protesting against a decision he had made earlier in the match.
The referee was forced to abandon the match, and the Football Association is now investigating the incident.
Last updated: Saturday, 29 June 2024
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