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Fan Invades Pitch, Chases Referee During Port Vale-Portsmouth Match

Incident occurred after a late penalty decision, marking Port Vale's first game with Robbie Williams as president.

  • A fan stormed the pitch and chased referee Craig Hicks during a League One match between Port Vale and Portsmouth.
  • The incident occurred after Hicks awarded Portsmouth a late penalty, which led to their 1-0 victory.
  • The fan was restrained by Port Vale's head coach Andy Crosby and other staff members.
  • Port Vale, which is just one place above the relegation zone, condemned the fan's actions and pledged to work with authorities to address the incident.
  • The match marked Port Vale's first game with pop star Robbie Williams as president.
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