Wigan Athletic will launch a full investigation into the pitch invasion following their 1-0 win over Manchester City on Monday night.
A second-half goal from Will Grigg lifted the Latics into the FA Cup quarter-finals with fans rushing onto the pitch after the game, with one fan clashing with Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero.
The fan started taunting Aguero and the two became involved in an altercation. Television coverage of the match appeared to show the Argentine hitting out at the man in a green jacket.
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Wigan confirmed on Tuesday that they would be launching a full investigation into the pitch invasion and that player safety is of a paramount concern to the club.
Chief Executive Jonathan Jackson commented: “Whilst we appreciate that the vast majority of supporters who ran on to the pitch did so spontaneously to celebrate a famous victory, we were disappointed with the action of a minority of supporters who acted in an inappropriate manner. Player and staff safety is of paramount importance and we will conduct a full investigation.
“However, it is important to not let the actions of a few supporters detract from an incredible night at the DW Stadium. A special atmosphere was created by both sets of supporters and the match was yet another memorable day in the history of Wigan Athletic.”
