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Hammers hand lifetime bans for 'severe violence' at London Stadium after fans invaded pitch and threw missiles

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West Ham defender James Collins escorts a pitch invader during Burnley match. [Photo: Courtesy]

West Ham have issued lifetime bans to five fans for what the club describes as "severe violence and physical aggression" amidst chaotic scenes in the 3-0 loss to Burnley at the London Stadium.

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