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Darren Fullerton

Larne FC issues ban on fan who ran onto pitch during Saturday night's dramatic win over Glentoran

Larne have slapped a stadium ban on a home supporter who ran onto the pitch during Saturday night's dramatic 2-1 win over Glentoran at Inver Park.

The individual entered the field of play after Larne striker Johnny McMurray bundled home the winning goal two minutes into added time.

In a statement, Larne confirmed that a “person has been banned from Inver Park indefinitely” following Saturday night’s incident.

It added: “Entry to Inver Park for all fans is subject to conditions of behaviour and when these are broken in such a serious manner we have a duty to act.

“Entering the field of play puts the safety of players, supporters and stewards at risk, is a criminal offence and as a club this will not be tolerated.

“We would like to thank those who dealt with the incident in such a swift and safe manner on Saturday evening.”

Glentoran had led 1-0 at Inver Park before Larne hit back with goals from Lee Lynch and McMurray who picked up a knee injury after forcing the ball home for a 92nd minute winner.

It was Larne's first win over a top-five club in 12 attempts this season and inflicted the Glens' first league defeat in 16 games dating back to a 1-0 loss to Cliftonville in early-October.

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