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Sheffield United striker Billy Sharp is attacked by a pitch invader during Nottingham Forest's Championship play-off celebrations... and Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom insists it's a 'prison sentence without a doubt'

Nottingham Forest's greatest night this century was overshadowed by a brutal attack from a supporter on Sheffield United forward Billy Sharp in the seconds after their victory in the Championship play-off semi-final.

As fans spilled on to the pitch to celebrate their victory on penalties, one ran towards Sharp - not deemed fit to take part in the game - who was standing in the technical area.

Footage appears to show Sharp being floored by a headbutt. He was being treated at the ground and needed stitches.

Sheffield United striker Billy Sharp was attacked by a pitch invader after play-off defeat

'Billy was minding his own business and he was assaulted, blind-sided,' said manager Paul Heckingbottom.