EFL clash STOPPED after mass pitch invasion as furious fans run on field in protest
READING’S match with Port Vale has been suspended following a pitch invasion.
The League One clash was stopped by officials after a mass pitch invasion took place inside the Select Car Leasing Stadium.
Reading fans poured onto the grass in a protest to the ownership at the club.
Supporters entered the field of play and rushed to the centre circle to make their thoughts known.
The official Reading X account posted a statement online to warn their fans of the dangers of their actions.
It read: “We are fully aware of and understand our supporters’ frustrations, but we must reiterate to our supporters that entering or throwing items onto the pitch can put the fixture at risk of abandonment,
“And can result in personal consequences including banning orders. Thank you for your support today.”
The club then followed up with a second statement urging fans to get off the pitch to avoid sanctions for the club.
It read: “We appreciate supporters frustrations. Please leave the field of play.
“The club will face serious sanctions if this does not take place.”
The match was scoreless when the incident occurred in the 17th minute.
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