Leeds United fan charged with assault after confronting Newcastle boss Eddie Row at Elland Road match
A man has been charged with assault and entering the field of play after appearing to push Newcastle Utd manager Eddie Howe during the Leeds United football match at Elland Road yesterday .
Afterwards, Howe said the incident should act as a wake-up call for those responsible for the safety of players and staff. Leeds United have said the fan has been banned for life by the club.Howe said: "I actually can’t remember whether he pushed me or not, I've got no idea, it's such a strange thing because you're concentrating on the game and you don't expect it to happen. He confronted me, said something that I can't repeat and was then led away.
"I don't know if I had time to be fearful because it was over in a flash but it certainly makes you think 'what if' and I think it is moments like this that should make people look and analyse how we can improve safety for staff and players.
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