Everton have banned a supporter for life after a shocking incident at Goodison Park on Thursday night which has also sparked a police investigation. The fan, seen in footage carrying a child, approached the pitch and appeared to aim a punch at Lyon goalkeeper Anthony Lopes.

A mass brawl had boiled over near the touchline in front of the Gwladys Street End stand during Everton's Europa League defeat to Lyon.

Lyon's players reacted angrily to a challenge by Ashley Williams that knocked Lopes over after he caught the ball. Bertrand Traore quickly confronted Williams, before several players from both teams gathered on the scene.

The brawl moved towards the advertising hoardings behind the Lyon goal and fans were seen to shout and gesture at the players.

One fan, holding a toddler in his arms, stormed towards the mass of players and appeared to swing an arm at Lopes, which only added to the Lyon players' angry reaction.

Police said in a statement on Friday morning: "Merseyside Police can confirm officers are investigating following a disturbance on the pitch during a football match between Everton and Lyon at Goodison Park last night, Thursday 19 October.