Bradford`s match against Fleetwood was halted just before the end because fans, celebrating the seemingly secured promotion, rushed onto the pitch before the final whistle. The club was only seconds away from moving up to League One.
Bradford scored a winning goal in the 97th minute, securing third place in League Two and thus guaranteeing promotion to a higher division.
However, with only seconds remaining, the game was stopped because fans prematurely poured onto the field.
Supporters were ecstatic; Antoni Sarcevic`s goal seemed to have definitively secured their place in League One.
Sarcevic`s deflected goal sparked wild celebrations, and fans joined the players on the pitch to mark the occasion.
Nevertheless, the game was technically still in progress as supporters continued to flood the grass.
Bradford players appeared concerned, urging fans to return to their seats, knowing the match wasn`t officially over.
Stewards also worked hard to clear the pitch.
The match was delayed for over 10 minutes before the final few seconds could be played after the last supporters returned to the stands.
But there were no further twists, and the final whistle blew moments later.
This allowed Bradford fans to finally celebrate properly.
And once again, they streamed onto the pitch to share the joy of success with the club`s players.
Jubilant supporters lit flares and embraced various Bradford players.
The mood was one of pure celebration following the decisive late goal.
