Play was delayed in Everton's Barclays Premier League match against Manchester City at Goodison Park on Tuesday night after a spectator invaded the pitch and handcuffed himself to a goalpost.
The man emerged from the crowd with just under five minutes remaining until half-time and shackled himself to the frame of City keeper Joe Hart's goal.
After a hold-up which resulted in five minutes of first-half stoppage time, he was released and led away by police.
Everton confirmed on their official website, evertonfc.com: "Bolt-cutters were used to remove the offender, who was roundly booed as he was escorted from the ground.
"It transpired that the supporter is a known professional protester, allegedly protesting about an airline's recruitment policy. He was arrested by Merseyside Police, who are now dealing with the matter."
Everton went on to win the game 1-0 with a deflected strike from Darron Gibson.
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