Overview
- York City, which clinched the National League title on Saturday, sealed promotion with a 103rd‑minute equaliser at Rochdale after a chaotic finish.
- Earlier in stoppage time, Rochdale’s go‑ahead goal prompted a pitch invasion that halted play for several minutes as stewards tried to clear the field.
- Footage circulating online appears to show York midfielder Hiram Boateng striking a spectator during the disorder, and both the Football Association and police have opened investigations.
- Greater Manchester Police said Sunday they are assessing the video and reviewing CCTV, and they confirmed four Rochdale fans and one York supporter were arrested on suspicion of offences including assault and pitch incursion.
- York City said Monday it will support Boateng through all proceedings and assist any review, a stance that comes as authorities weigh potential charges or sanctions and examine lessons for crowd control at high‑stakes lower‑league matches.