Following a fan confrontation with Newcastle manager Eddie Howe at Elland Road during a recent Premier League game, Leeds has been accused of failing to control their crowd.
After entering the technical area to argue with Howe during last month's 2-2 draw, the supporter was charged with assault by West Yorkshire Police and banned for life by Leeds.
"Leeds United has been charged with misconduct in relation to crowd control that occurred during its Premier League game against Newcastle United FC on Saturday, May 13, 2023," the FA stated on its spokesperson Twitter page.The club is accused of failing to ensure that its spectators, supporters, and anyone claiming to be one of them behaved in a civilized manner.
Responses must be in by Wednesday, June 14, 2023 for Leeds United FC.
Howe asserted during the game that those in charge of player and staff safety ought to take notice of his interaction as a wake-up call.
"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," said Howe.
I won't repeat what he said when he approached me; he was then led away.
"I'm OK. Moments like that do make you consider player and staff safety, which is a top priority for me at any Premier League and Football League games. We must exercise caution since security is so crucial.
It's such an odd thing because you're focused on the game and you don't expect it to happen, but I honestly can't recall if he pushed me or not," Howe said.
I won't repeat what he said when he approached me; he was then led away.
"I'm OK. Moments like that do make you consider player and staff safety, which is a top priority for me at any Premier League and Football League games. We must exercise caution since security is so crucial.
“It happened so quickly that I don't know if I had time to be afraid, but it makes you wonder, "What if?" I believe that situations like this should inspire people to look at their surroundings more carefully.
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