A York Metropolis star appeared to strike a rival supporter throughout a pitch invasion throughout their Nationwide League title decider with Rochdale.
York have been dramatically promoted to the EFL after a 1-1 draw on the Crown Oil Enviornment, with the outcome serving to them end two factors away from Rochdale to safe the only real automated promotion spot within the division.
Rochdale had appeared to have gained the match when Emmanuel Dieseruwe headed his aspect in entrance within the fifth minute of stoppage time.
The high-stakes objective was adopted by a pitch invasion by Rochdale supporters, which led to the match being halted.
Footage shared on social media confirmed an unsavoury conflict on the pitch, with York midfielder Hiram Boateng showing to have been pushed to the bottom by a Rochdale fan.
A matchday steward was seen intervening, permitting Boateng to clamber again to his ft.
York Metropolis midfielder Hiram Boateng was seen placing out at a Rochdale fan amid a pitch invasion in an obvious retaliation after being pushed to the bottom
York Metropolis equalised after the pitch invasion to beat rivals Rochdale to the title by two factors
Boateng may then be seen shifting across the steward amid the chaotic scenes, earlier than placing out on the Rochdale fan.
The supporter was seen stumbling backwards and falling backwards onto the pitch.
It’s unclear what occurred following the transient clip posted on social media.
Each day Mail Sport has contacted York Metropolis for remark.
Boateng remained on the pitch because the match ultimately resumed, with followers having returned to the stands after a six-minute delay.
An exhilarating conclusion unfolded, with York equalising with the ultimate motion of the match.
Josh Stones was available to attain following a goalmouth scramble, with the linesmen adjudging the ball had crossed the road regardless of a determined tried clearance by Rochdale defender Tyler Smith.
York Metropolis returned to the EFL after clinching promotion in dramatic style on Saturday
York followers would finally be those celebrating on the closing whistle as their aspect have been promoted as Nationwide League champions on 108 factors.
Rochdale can be compelled to take part within the play-offs regardless of incomes 106 factors.
The staff will face Southend or Scunthorpe subsequent Sunday in a semi-final, regardless of ending properly away from each this season.
