What is Pitch invasion?
[[File:Stoke_City_FC_Pitch_Invasion_2008.jpg|thumb|[[Stoke City F.C.|Stoke City]] fans invade the pitch at the [[Bet365 Stadium|Britannia Stadium]] to celebrate promotion to the [[Premier League]] in 2008.]] [[File:Pitch_invader_at_Red_Sox_vs_Orioles,_2011-09-27.jpg|thumb|A police officer tackles a lone field invader at a 2011 [[Baltimore Orioles]] game.]] A '''pitch invasion''' (known in North America as '''field storming''' or '''rushing the field''')happens when someone or a group of people watching a sports event rush onto the playing area, often to celebrate, [[protest]], or create a spectacle. In many cases, these actions can lead to legal consequences, including [[Indictment|criminal charges]], [[Fine|fines]], or even [[imprisonment]]. Additionally, the club associated with the event may face penalties, especially if the invasion disrupts the game. However, there are instances where pitch invasions are accepted or even celebrated if a large number of spectators enter the field when the game is not in progress. == References == {{Reflist}}{{Stub}} [[Category:Terminology]]