The Oxford support, in the second tier of The Stadium of Light - Pic by Richard Parkes
AN OXFORD United fan has been banned for five years after 'throwing a missile'.
Thames Valley Police's football twitter account reported that the 27-year-old was arrested at the Sunderland v Oxford United game on Saturday.
The Yellows were playing Sunderland at the Stadium of Light and took with them 1,122 Oxford United fans.
Also read: Prolific burglar - who left his vape at the scene - jailed for stealing Christmas giftsTVP Football tweeted that the fan appeared in court, although did not specify which court, yesterday.
It reported that he pleaded guilty to throwing a missile and assault.
The fan was handed an 18 month community order and five year banning order, of which the details were not revealed.
He was also ordered to pay £275 fine and costs.
Thames Valley Police has been contacted for further details.
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