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Man City apologise after Villa keeper attacked during celebrations

May 22, 2022 Aston Villa's Robin Olsen reacts as a flare is thrown onto the pitch after Manchester City score their second goal REUTERS

Aston Villa's Swedish goalkeeper Robin Olsen was attacked as Manchester City fans celebrated their Premier League title win by invading the pitch at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with the club launching an investigation into the incident.

City beat Villa 3-2 to secure the league title, prompting fans to pour on to the field.

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