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Chris Kirkland attack

Man jailed after attack on Goalkeeper Chris Kirkland during Yorkshire derby match.

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FA condemns violence at derby game

The Football Association has issued this statement regarding Friday night's disorder at the match beween Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday where goalkeeper Chris Kirkland was assaulted by a Leeds United fan. Police have identified his attacker.

The FA condemns the scenes at Hillsborough. We have begun an immediate investigation and have been in contact with both clubs. We would call for the authorities to identify and bring before the courts anyone who was involved in any form of criminal disorder."

– Football Association spokesman

Chief Superintendent Jason Harwin, of South Yorkshire Police, said a senior investigating officer would be working with a team of officers to identify those responsible for the disruption.

He said there had been five arrests for various offences including public order before and after the game, while three people were ejected from the ground and 12 were subject to dispersal orders.

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