THIS is the shocking moment a teenage linesman was punched to the ground by a football coach during an 8-0 defeat.
Robert Williams-Jones was managing Amlwch Town FC when he became frustrated with the humiliating result.
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The linesman fell to the ground Credit: Twitter/@marcwebber/
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Robert Williams-Jones was sentenced to probation
Just 15 minutes into the game, the 43-year-old was filmed punching the linesman – leaving him sprawled on the ground.
The video then showed spectators and staff rushing to the dugout to help the official, whose age was not released.
Williams-Jones pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm but avoided a prison sentence.
Instead, the robber was given a 24-week sentence suspended for 12 months at Caernarfon Magistrates’ Court.
He was also ordered to do 150 hours of unpaid work and pay £1,000 compensation.
The shocking attack took place in Amlwch, Wales last April when the North Wales Coast West side met Penrhyndeudraeth FC.
Williams-Jones was standing on the touchline as the linesman went about his business when he appeared to be pounced on out of nowhere.
As the teenager flew away, the game was stopped as the angry player returned to his team’s bench.
The Penrhyn player, who was a volunteer linesman, was then seen standing looking dazed before being carried off the pitch.
A video of the punch was widely shared on the Internet, prompting the police to launch an investigation.
Amlwch Town FC later confirmed that they had ended their association with Williams-Jones.
Penrhyn said at the time: “Fantastic result and performance from the lads today.
“Unfortunately, the game was marred by an incident that occurred approximately 15 minutes into the game when a Penrhyn player, who was a volunteer linesman, was attacked.”
Their manager Riccardo Pellegrino later praised his side, saying: “Your behavior on the pitch after what happened was impeccable, I’m proud to coach this fantastic group of lads.
“I’m proud of all of you COYC.”
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Volunteer linesman attacked on touchlineCredit: Twitter/@marcwebber/
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His fellow players rushed over Credit: Twitter/@marcwebber/
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