By Kieran Gill for MailOnline
Published: 23:10 GMT, 16 March 2019 | Updated: 23:10 GMT, 16 March 2019
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Football's authorities are set to investigate the behaviour of Newcastle United supporters for their overzealous celebrations following their stoppage-time equaliser against Bournemouth on Saturday.
Dorset Police arrested seven supporters - including a 14-year-old, who was later believed to be released - for encroaching on the Vitality Stadium pitch.
One steward suffered a broken nose during the fracas after Matt Ritchie's strike in the fourth minute of added time against his former club.
Football's authorities are set to investigate Newcastle fans' overzealous celebrations
A Dorset Police spokesperson said: 'Seven supporters were arrested at the Vitality Stadium today, Saturday March 16, 2019, during AFC Bournemouth's home game against Newcastle United following a pitch encroachment.
'Six men and a 14-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of going onto the playing area of a football match from the away supporters' stand and are assisting officers with their inquiries.
'One female steward sustained
