Preston to look into allegation of coin throwing in Newcastle United defeat
Monday 31 October 2016 15:37, UK
Preston are reviewing CCTV footage to try to identify a fan who allegedly threw a coin onto the pitch during their game against Newcastle United.
Magpies defender DeAndre Yedlin claimed he was hit in the face by a 20p coin whilst being treated for an accidental head collision during Saturday's game at Deepdale.
The incident happened towards the end of the match, which was won 2-1 by Newcastle with Aleksandar Mitrovic scoring twice for the visitors.
Yedlin wrote on Twitter: "Hard fought battle today…good to come away with another three points" he added "and to whoever threw the coin at me, thanks for the 20p".
Yedlin appeared to be hit by several objects while he was being treated for the injury, which saw him replaced by Grant Hanley.
Newcastle have confirmed they are not taking any action because the coin did not cause any injury but Preston have confirmed their ground safety team are looking into the incident.
Sky sources understand the Football Association is unlikely to take any action as it is out of their jurisdiction, but Preston could take the matter further.
