Source: Telegraph
Craig Bellamy row supporter gets threeyear ban
Jake Clarke, 21, from Chorley, Lancashire, admitted entering the playing area after Michael Owen scored United's injury-time winner in a 4-3 victory.
Bellamy confronted Clarke after the solo pitch invasion. The bricklayer, who had to be restrained by four stewards, told officers he "got overexcited" and "just wanted to celebrate with the players".
Clarke, who has previous convictions for cannabis possession and common assault, told Trafford Magistrates' Court that he "deeply regrets" his behaviour.
He said: "I'm gutted about what I have done. I know it was a stupid action. I just wanted to celebrate."
The court heard Clarke was leaving the ground when Owen scored deep into injury time, and the fan was pushed towards the pitch before he decided to enter it.
Steve Woodman, prosecuting, showed CCTV footage of the incident, and said that Manchester United were considering imposing their own ban.
Police are not investigating Bellamy over the incident but he is thought to have received a warning from the Football Association, Mr Woodman said.
Ian Huggan, defending, said that football was a large part of Clarke's life and he attended about 40 games a season.
"This was a foolish mistake by Mr Clarke. It has caused a lot of concern and anxiety for the people involved," he admitted.
