Fan admits Kirkland attack (From Salisbury Journal)
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Fan admits Kirkland attack
12:10pm Monday 22nd October 2012 in National Sport News © Press Association 2013
Chris Kirkland lies on the ground after being attacked
A football fan has admitted attacking a goalkeeper after running onto the pitch during a televised football match.
Aaron Cawley, 21, from Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, pleaded guilty to assault and entering the field following Sheffield Wednesday's home match against Leeds on Friday night.
Cawley, who appeared at Sheffield Magistrates' Court, was arrested after Wednesday keeper Chris Kirkland was pushed in the face during the game at Hillsborough.
The incident was one of a number of ugly scenes at the Yorkshire derby, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
Kirkland, who has played for England, was shoved to the ground moments after conceding an equaliser in the 76th minute.
A man was clearly seen running from the Leeds fans onto the pitch and pushed Kirkland in the face before running back into the crowd.
The incident was caught on camera by Sky Sports which was broadcasting the game.
