York secured promotion to the Football League after a dramatic 1‑1 draw at Rochdale, with Josh Stones scoring a stoppage‑time equaliser. The win lifted the Minstermen to top of the National League, ending a decade‑long absence. Fans flooded the pitch twice, first after Emmanuel Dieseruvwe's opener and again after the 113th‑minute goal, and the atmosphere remained electric until dawn today.

Police have opened a probe into a video that appears to show a York player punching a fan as stewards separated a confrontation at the final whistle. Greater Manchester Police said they would review CCTV and the footage. Four Rochdale supporters were arrested on suspicion of assault and pitch incursion, while a York fan faced similar charges during the incident.

York's triumph means the club will return to League Two next season, ending a ten‑year absence. Manager Stuart Maynard praised the squad's resilience, noting the team would keep pushing until the final whistle. The incident off the pitch casts a shadow over the celebrations, reminding authorities that fan behaviour can undermine sporting achievements for the season and the fans will.