Paul Colbridge: Last News

A Manchester City fan who invaded the pitch at the Etihad during the Blues' title decider on the final day of the Premier League season has been hauled before a court. Paul Colbridge, 37, charged onto the pitch in a 'moment of pure elation' after the Blues went 3-2 up against Aston Villa on May 22.

Manchester City supporter who ran on to the pitch during his team’s Premier League final day clash with Aston Villa has received a four-year football banning order.Paul Colbridge, 37, from Salford, entered the playing area at the Etihad Stadium on May 22 after City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan scored in the 81st minute to complete a 3-2 comeback win and clinch the Premier League title. He approached Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen and taunted him, Manchester Magistrates’ Court heard.Colbridge then turned his attention to the away team’s supporters as he faced them "in a way that was provoking them into action", said prosecutor Nick Smart.He later slipped as he dashed across the penalty area and was apprehended by match stewards.