Claiming the Oldham section of the ground was full, police and club officials stopped more fans entering.

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The two sets of supporters were separated in one section of the ground by a barrier with riot police gathered on the Manchester United side.

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Adebayor sprinted the length of the pitch towards the section of the ground were the visiting supporters were gathered before he slid on to his knees and stretched out his arms which sparked volatile scenes.

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