Ipswich investigate as Maidstone supporter falls from second tier during wild goal celebrations
Ipswich fans were left shocked when a Maidstone United fan fell from the second tier during wild celebrations at Portman Road.
The incident happened in the aftermath of Maidstone's opening goal of the game just before half time when Lamar Reynolds raced clear of the Tractorboys defence before lobbing the goalkeeper.
Putting the National League South side 1-0 up, fans in the away section celebrated wildly at the potential cup upset.
Unfortunately, one fan was unable to control themselves, almost resulting in serious injury.
Celebrating the goal, footage showed a male fan rolling down the in-stand display in the second tier before rolling off the edge.
As a result, he landed in a section of Ipswich supporters who were sitting in the lower tier.
An Ipswich Town statement said: “The Club is aware of an incident involving a Maidstone United supporter in the Cobbold Stand at Portman Road during today’s Emirates FA Cup fourth round fixture.
“The Club is investigating the issue thoroughly.”
While supporters impacted are understood to avoid avoided serious injury, the incident could have had catastrophic consequences for all involved.
Maidstone's goal put them 1-0 up, however Jeremy Sarmiento leveled the score just after half-time.
Thankfully for George Elokobi's side, they were able to restore their lead through Sam Corne who ensured that the sixth-tier side secured their spot in the FA Cup fifth round.
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