A MAN has been released from custody after a Saints fan suffered serious injuries at St Mary's Stadium in an assault.

On Wednesday, police arrested a 28-year-old Southampton man on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. 

A man in his early 50s suffered serious head injuries.

The incident came after Southampton FC were beaten 2-1 by League Two side Grimsby Town.

As reported, one witness said the victim was punched in front of his two children.

A spokesperson for Hampshire police said: "The man has been released on initial police bail.

"The investigation is ongoing."