Blackburn striker Roberts alleged to have hit fan after Coventry defeat

Jason Roberts allegedly hit a 17-year-old Coventry supporter after the Midlands side knocked Blackburnout of the FA Cup. Off night: Roberts (right) battles for the ball with Coventry's Stephen Wright during Blackburn's defeat The 30-year-old striker allegedly confronted the fan before getting on to the team coach following the 1-0 defeat at Coventry's Ricoh Arena on Tuesday, reports The Sun.A police spokesman said: 'Officers were called to a report of an assault on a 17-year-old lad outside the Ricoh Arena. No arrests have been made at this stage.' A Blackburn spokesman said: 'There was an incident where Jason Roberts and several other Blackburn players were being shouted at and taunted. 'It is now a police matter and we can make no further comment.'  Coventry 1 Blackburn 0: Sky Blues do their Best to spark Big Sam outburstAllardyce vows to stay with Blackburn even if they suffer relegationNo ban for Ronaldo pleases Blackburn boss Sam AllardyceBLACKBURN ROVERS FC NEWS FROM ACROSS THE NET  

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