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Cardiff Demands Review of Stadium Safety After Player Injury

Incidents at Swansea and Crystal Palace games prompt calls for better security measures around pitches.

Overview

  • Cardiff City's Ollie Tanner suffered a leg injury from a collapsing advertising board during a goal celebration.
  • The incident occurred during the South Wales derby against Swansea City, ending in a 1-1 draw.
  • A similar incident happened a day earlier at Crystal Palace, involving a ball boy and West Ham players.
  • Cardiff's assistant coach and Swansea's manager both emphasized the need for improved pitch-side safety.
  • Past incidents, including a severe injury at Bath City, highlight ongoing concerns over stadium safety.