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    Social Zone: Fan ties himself to Everton goalpost, but that's not why Frank Lampard broke his hand

    Sean FisherSean Fisher18 March 2022
    Protester ties himself to the Everton goalpost

    Protester ties himself to the Everton goalpost

    In the second half of the Everton vs Newcastle United game, a supporter ran on the pitch to tie himself to the goalpost. Fast forward 50 minutes and Toffees boss Frank Lampard broke his hand.

    Frank Lampard has gained a few battle scars from Everton's dramatic victory over Newcastle. He better hope they stay up now otherwise his broken hand will just be a miserable reminder of his failure.

    Yep, that's right - a fan cable-tied himself to a goalpost during Everton vs Newcastle. Normally the fans at Goodison Park can't wait to leave, makes a change.

    And if you're wondering how on earth they got him off the pitch, we've got you covered. The world's largest bolt cutters.

    Ever wonder what former Manchester United captain Patrice Evra is doing nowadays? Don't.

    In other news, West Ham reached the quarter-finals of a European competition for the first time in over 40 years. And Pablo Fornals was loving it.

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