Burnley friendly against Hannover abandoned after crowd trouble

Premier League Burnley's pre-season friendly match with Bundesliga club Hannover was abandoned at half-time following crowd trouble from the visiting German supporters.Burnley said in a statement on Twitter that the game had been abandoned "on police advice" and home supporters were asked to leave the stadium.Media reports said the visiting supporters had thrown seats and surged towards Burnley fans during the first half shortly after Burnley had taken the lead in the 41st minute.