Leeds United and players cleared over tunnel clash at Doncaster Rovers match

THE Crown Prosecution Service has confirmed it will be not be taking any action against Leeds United or its players following investigations into the game against Doncaster Rovers last February.

Leeds won the derby clash 3-2 in injury-time and after the final whistle Doncaster striker El Hadji Diouf and Leeds forward Ross McCormack appeared to clash.

Several police officers were seen to rush down the tunnel after the players had left the pitch.

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A police spokesman said at the time: “Following the final whistle at the Leeds United versus Doncaster Rovers game there was a small disturbance in the tunnel involving both teams.

“Officers swiftly dealt with the incident and there were no injuries or arrests. Both teams are working with the police and any necessary action will be taken in due course.”

Leeds came back from two goals down to snatch a winner in the 10th minute of stoppage-time in a highly-charged finish.

Police questioned players and officials from both sides after the game, while the Football Association confirmed they have launched their own investigation.

The CPS inquiry was launched shortly after the match.

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