Malta FA Investigates Violence After Under-17 Player Hospitalised
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In brief
- A youth football player was taken to hospital after an assault during an Under-17 match.
- The Malta Football Association (Malta FA) has started an investigation into the incident.
- The match was between Żabbar St. Patrick F.C. Academy and Naxxar, played at Dingli Ground.
The Malta Football Association (Malta FA) has launched an investigation into a violent incident that occurred during an Under-17 football match. A youth player was reportedly assaulted and subsequently taken to hospital.
The incident took place during a game between Żabbar St. Patrick F.C. Academy and Naxxar. The match was being played at the Dingli Ground.
Witnesses who spoke to The Maltese Herald described the situation as having escalated. The Malta FA has condemned the violence and stated its commitment to ensuring player safety.
The association is expected to gather more information and take appropriate action following its investigation.
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