A NON-league footballer launched into an Eric Cantona-style attack on rival fans who allegedly abused his mum — sparking a police investigation.
In a video, the Bilston Town player is seen brawling with fans from Droylsden after an FA Vase clash, which Droylsden won 2-0 on Saturday.
The player, wearing number 15, fights with several fans before the brawl is broken up.
Meanwhile, a second video showed a Droylsden coach being pursued across the pitch by Bilston fans.
He then appears to hit one with a punch.
The individual is then filmed attempting an Eric Cantona-style karate kick during the pursuit.
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The incidents are now being investigated by West Midlands Police and officials from the hosts, Bilston Town.
A West Mids Police spokesperson said: “We’re investigating after a violent disorder at Bilston Town Football Club on Queen Street yesterday.
“We were called to reports of people being attacked at around 5pm.
“No arrests have yet been made.”
Bilston Town later released a statement confirming a joint investigation with the away side.
It said: “We understand that there is a video or videos shared by people from the game today.
“We would like to state that this is not a fair reflection of the game or day as a whole.
“As a club we are in the process of investigating all footage from today’s game.
Droylsden made no reference to the disorder in their immediate post-match message, instead thanking the hosts for their hospitality.
Manchester United’s Eric Cantona attacked a Crystal Palace fan in 1995 after being verbally abused.
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