York City secured promotion back to the Football League in dramatic fashion after scoring a 103rd-minute equaliser in a 1-1 draw with Rochdale.
York needed at least a draw on the final day to guarantee a return to League Two, but it looked like they would miss out when Rochdale headed in a late goal in stoppage time. With fans already celebrating, York refused to give up and threw everyone forward.
In the final seconds, a chaotic scramble in the box saw Josh Stones fire towards goal, with a defender clearing off the line. However, the assistant referee signalled that the ball had crossed, sparking wild celebrations.
The result seals York’s promotion after 10 years outside the Football League, completing one of the most dramatic finishes of the season, while Rochdale head into the play-offs.
