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Police probe crowd trouble at Everton-Lyon game

Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith

London, Oct 20, 2017 (AFP) - British police said Friday they are investigating crowd trouble at the previous evening's Europa League match at Goodison Park, during which an Everton fan holding a child appeared to strike a Lyon player.

Thursday's ugly scenes erupted after Ashley Williams barged into Lyon goalkeeper Anthony Lopes midway through the second half.

"Merseyside Police can confirm officers are investigating following a disturbance on the pitch during a football match between Everton and Lyon at Goodison Park last night, Thursday 19th October," they said in a statement.

"Detectives will be reviewing footage and speaking to witnesses to establish what, if any, offences have been committed."

Lyon piled the pressure on Everton manager Ronald Koeman with a 2-1 victory.

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