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Avro vs Kidsgrove Athletic Abandoned After Brawl Involving Players and Fans

Both clubs condemned the scenes, with league and FA investigations underway.

Overview

  • The Northern Premier League fixture was stopped in the 84th minute with Avro leading 6-0.
  • Social-media footage shows a chaotic melee behind a goal involving players and spectators.
  • Clips appear to show the visiting goalkeeper punching a home fan during the confrontation.
  • Tensions had escalated after earlier red cards for Kidsgrove and the dismissal of a member of their management staff.
  • Avro and Kidsgrove issued statements pledging full cooperation, and officials await the referee’s report before any disciplinary outcomes.