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Police arrested a number of fans on Saturday after pitch invasions marred the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Newcastle and Swansea’s FA Cup quarter-final at home to Manchester City.Trouble caused by supporters entering the field of play has been in the spotlight following high-profile incidents last weekend, including an attack on Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish.
A possible assault of a female steward, who suffered an injury to her nose, is also being investigated. “Six men and a 14-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of going onto the playing area at a football match from the away supporters’ stand and are assisting officers with their inquiries,” read a statement from Dorset Police.“One female steward sustained an injury to her nose during the incident and investigations are under way to establish whether any assault took place.”
In a statement, police match commander Superintendent Steve Jones said: “The safety of supporters, players, officials and those who work these games is paramount.
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