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Wealdstone FC say they will be investigating claims that broadcasting legend and Woking FC assistant manager Martin Tyler was punched during the Cards away defeat on Monday night (August 13).

The 72-year-old Sky Sports veteran had been on the touchline during the Vanarama National League South game, which Woking lost 1-0.

Tyler, who is a lifelong Cards fan, was allegedly punched in the back during the fracas that ensued when opponents Wealdstone FC scored an 85th minute penalty.

Woking's manager Alan Dowson said in a post match interview that his assistant had been punched.

(Image: Darren Pepe)

After the game at Wealdstone's Ruislip ground, Dowson said: "He got punched in the back, I gather, which is not very good."

The Cards have confirmed that they are standing by what their manager said after the game but do not wish to add any further comments.

A spokesman for Woking FC said: "Alan Dowson was quoted directly and accurately but the club does not wish to add anything at this time."

An investigation will be carried out by their opponents and victors on the night who will collaborate with the company that stewards their games in order to find out what happened.

A spokesman for Wealdstone FC said: "We will be conducting an investigation into an alleged incident to establish the facts and we will work in conjunction with our stewarding company colleagues in that regard. We can make no further comment at present."

Sky Sports commentator Tyler has worked with Dowson at numerous clubs, including Walton & Hersham, Kingstonian, Hampton & Richmond, and now Woking.

"I do it with Sky's blessing. They have first call on my time and I have to say that," he has previously said.