Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright found himself playing peacemaker on Monday evening when a significant altercation broke out during a Baller League fixture at the CopperBox Arena.
The confrontation erupted pitchside during the clash between Wembley Rangers and NDL, with tensions boiling over while Rangers held a 2-1 advantage.
Wright, a beloved figure in English football, stepped in alongside fellow team boss Niko Omilana to defuse the situation.
The ex-England international, sporting a grey beanie, was captured guiding Rangers head coach Ross Cable away from the fracas after Cable had become embroiled in a heated exchange with NDL's Amin Belaid.
Omilana, who has appeared on Celebrity Traitors, joined Wright in attempting to restore order amid the melee.
Supporters watching the drama unfold took to social media to share their views.
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright found himself playing peacemaker on Monday evening when a significant altercation broke out during a Baller League fixture at the CopperBox Arena
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One described the scenes as "pantomime football," while another remarked: "Great example for kids watching who play football this."
A third fan praised the Arsenal legend's intervention, writing: "Classic Wrighty keeping it calm."
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The match ultimately finished level at 2-2, leaving NDL with a record of one victory and one draw from their opening fixtures.
Meanwhile, on Sunday, Wright's beloved Arsenal lost 2-0 to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.
Nico O'Reilly netted twice for City, who now have momentum as they look to leapfrog the Gunners at the top of the Premier League table.
Wright, speaking after the game, suggested Arsenal were now under immense pressure as they look to win a first league title since the days of Arsene Wenger back in 2004.
Ian Wright fears for Arsenal following their Carabao Cup final defeat to Man City
| REUTERS“It’s nine points, but Man City have a game in hand and they’ve got to play them, so it can go down to three," he said.
“All of a sudden, the pressure really turns up. Make no mistake, this nine points is a tight nine points.
“Arsenal really need to refocus and get themselves back on track for what they want to do. They need to win games now.
“People talk about how they win games ‘oh it’s set pieces’ – it doesn’t matter, everyone knows that. We’ve got a DNA of winning games resiliently. They’ve got to kick into this because this team know it’s not over.”