The EFL have warned supporters that they will crackdown on pitch invasions by introducing tougher sanctions in an attempt to prevent the disorder that marred the end of the season.
Grounds across the country saw fans run onto the field with the most notable incidents taking place at Nottingham Forest and Port Vale during their play-off victories. One man was arrested for 24 weeks after headbutting Sheffield United striker Billy Sharp while a minority of Vale fans were accused of physically and verbally abusing Swindon players after their play-off semi-final.
Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira was also filmed kicking an Everton supporter who had run onto the field and goaded him after the Toffees secured Premier League survival with a dramatic 3-2 victory at Goodison Park.
