Photos: Pussy cat interrupts FA Cup tie between Everton and Dagenham & Redbridge

The cat enjoyed every second of the attention. Credit: Reuters

Everton's seemingly routine FA Cup win over Dagenham & Redbridge was temporarily halted when a stray cat wandered onto the pitch.

The Toffees were already leading their lower league opponents 2-0 when the cat strolled towards goalkeeper Joel Robles' penalty area, as he prepared to take a goal kick.

Everton's stand-in stopper was forced to shoe the brave, black and white pussy cat off the field, with supporters of both clubs watching on in amazement.

The incident couldn't inspire Dagenham to claw themselves back into the match, however, which finished 2-0.

What do you do when a cat strolls onto the pitch? Credit: Reuters
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