The Leeds fan who confronted Eddie Howe on the touchline during the Whites’ 2-2 draw with Newcastle has been charged by police.
Leeds have banned the fan for life after he climbed from the stands and approached Howe in his technical area late on in their Saturday afternoon game.
West Yorkshire Police have confirmed the man has been charged with assault and will appear in front of magistrates in July.
In a statement they said: “Police have charged a man with assault and entering the field of play following an incident at Elland Road football stadium during the Leeds United versus Newcastle United football match yesterday.
