"Tottenham" avoided sanctions for fans' attack. © EuroFootball.com

The London club avoided sanctions after a fan attack following the FA Cup match on March 17 against , which the latter won 2-1.

At the end of the match, an dissatisfied "Tottenham" fan rushed onto the field and tried to punch the victorious opponents' captain Frank Lampard. The assailant was soon caught by security guards. By the way, one "Chelsea" fan also quickly ran onto the field.

In a statement by the Football Association, it is stated: "After reviewing the footage of the incident and examining the home team's statement, it was decided not to punish the "Tottenham" club".

Meanwhile, the attackers did not escape punishment. The fan who attacked F.Lampard will be banned from attending football matches in England and Wales for three years, and will also not be allowed into the "Tottenham" stadium. The "Chelsea" fan who also entered the field will be banned from attending football matches for three years as well. In addition, both will have to pay fines of £300 (about 1500 litas) each.