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Manchester City CHARGED by the FA after 'violent' pitch invasion on final day of 2021-2022 season saw a fan attack Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen and launch flares into the air

Manchester City have been charged by the Football Association after fans invaded the pitch following their title-winning game against Aston Villa last season.

Thousands of fans made their way out onto the pitch after Pep Guardiola's side won their fourth Premier League title in five years by beating Villa 3-2 at home.

However, ecstatic scenes at the Etihad Stadium were marred by another pitch invasion - which saw Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen being assaulted.

The FA issued the charge on Thursday morning - giving Manchester City until Thursday, 25 August to respond.