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Portsmouth FC: Club charged by FA after pitch invasion

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Portsmouth have been charged by the FA, external with misconduct after a pitch invasion followed their promotion winning game against Barnsley in April.

Supporters came onto the Fratton Park pitch after a 3-2 victory over Barnsley confirmed John Mousinho’s side as League One champions.

Pompey defender Conor Shaughnessy powered home a header in the 89th minute to win the game leading to some fans running on prematurely, before hundreds more followed at the full-time whistle.

The FA say Portsmouth failed to ensure their supporters and spectators conducted themselves in an orderly fashion on the night.

The club has until 7 June to provide a response to the charge.

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