A WITNESS appeal has been launched after a 14-year-old boy was attacked leaving the Wigan v Warrington match last Thursday.

The victim and a group of friends, who were Wigan fans, were watching the game at the DW Stadium in Wigan when they noticed a group of youths glaring at them.

As they left the stadium, they were approached by the gang and asked the victim if he had enjoyed the game before punching him with such force several of the victim's teeth were knocked out..

The offender then ran off in the direction of the River Douglas.

A 16-year-old boy has since been arrested on suspicion of Section 20 assault GBH.

Detective constable Kevin Telford said: "This was a cowardly and unprovoked attack on a young boy who was simply trying to enjoy a match with his friends.

"The poor victim was punched with such force that he lost several teeth and will require prolonged dental treatment.

"The attack took place directly outside exits SX03 and SX04 in the South Stand of the DW Stadium and we need people who believe they may have seen something to come forward."

Anyone with information should call police on 0161 857 5307 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.