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Police investigate York player ‘assaulting fan’ during promotion celebrations
- On Saturday, April 25, York secured promotion to the Football League after a 1-1 draw against Rochdale, with Josh Stones scoring the equalizer in the 13th minute of stoppage time.
- Chaotic scenes erupted on the pitch following the final whistle, with a viral video appearing to show a player punching a fan after security intervened during the pitch invasion.
- Greater Manchester Police arrested four Rochdale fans and one York supporter on suspicion of assault and pitch incursion, while the Football Association launched an investigation into the incidents.
- Manager Stuart Maynard praised his team's resilience, saying, "The football gods were with us and we're just buzzing," as Ollie Banks revealed celebrations lasted until 6am on Sunday morning.
- York now prepares for life in the EFL next season, returning to the league for the first time in a decade, marking a historic achievement for the club.
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Police issue statement as York star punches fan in National League clash chaos
Police have issued a statement after a video has gone viral on social media showing a York City player appearing to punch a fan during a chaotic National League final day clash against Rochdale
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