Shocking footage has emerged capturing the moment that a young linesman was punched in the face by a staff member from a rival football team in North Wales.

The North Wales Coast Football Association match at Amlwch Town saw Clwb Pêl-Droed Penrhyndeudraeth put eight past the hosts in a hugely one-sided affair, however things turned sour soon after the whistle first blew.

With one of the visiting players serving voluntarily as the linesman for the league clash, a figure from the Amlwch staff appeared to strike the player after just 15 minutes of action.

Video footage shows the stunning moment, with two crossing paths on the touchline.

It is not clear whether anything is said between the two, before the Amlwch figure steps up and aims a blow at the linesman's chin, sending him to the ground.

Seemingly stunned for a few seconds, the linesman gets back to his feet as the staff member returns to their bench before Penrhyn boss Riccardo Pellegrino comes over and helps his player up to his feet.

The rest of the Penrhyn squad then come running over to the scene, but Pellegrino prevents any conflict by ushering them away, though the team remains nearby.

One of Pellegrino's assistants appears to talk to the figure that aimed the punch in a bid to calm him down, while other players from the home bench then walk over.

The shocking attack has been reported to North Wales Police, as reported by both the NWCFA and Penrhyn.

The club's statement read: 'A fantastic result and performance from the lads today.

'Unfortunately, the game was marred by an incident which occurred approximately 15 minutes into the game when a Penrhyn player, acting as a voluntary linesman, was assaulted.

'The Club will not be making any further comments but will support the player as the matter has been reported to the police.'

The NWCFA added: 'The North Wales Coast Football Association (NWCFA) is aware of a video circulating on social media about an incident at Amlwch Town FC. This incident is currently being investigated by the police, to which the NWCFA has requested details.

'Whilst this is an ongoing investigation, we would urge people not to share the video or comment as this could impact any investigation.

'The incident will be investigated accordingly on conclusion of the police investigation.'

Penrhyn would go on to win the game 8-0 in a dominant showing in the amateur clash.

Cai Henshaw netted four in the hefty win, while Tom Hughes netted twice and Deio Hughes and Gwion Davis got the other two.

Pellegrino added on Facebook after the incident: 'Your behavior on the pitch after what happened was impeccable, I'm proud to coach this fantastic group of lads.

'I’m proud of all of you COYC.'

The Wales FA CEO confirmed on social media that they are aware of the incident and have condemned the attack.

North Wales Police said: 'We can confirm that we are currently investigating an assault which occurred at Amlwch Town FC’s grounds on Saturday, April 27th