English

Noun

pitch invasion ‎(plural pitch invasions)

1. an occurrence where spectators at a sports match rush onto the field, especially in celebration or protest.
   • 2011 January 8, Paul Fletcher, “Stevenage 3 - 1 Newcastle”, in BBC:

     The final whistle prompted a pitch invasion - although there appeared to be an unwanted incident when a supporter seemed to punch Stevenage's Scott Laird, who subsequently fell to the ground.

See also

• rush the field