Flares light up Canberra junior AFL final as police detain two

Police detained two people at a junior AFL grand final in Canberra after a group of 50 to 75 teens set off flares and threw items at players.

Why it mattersViolence and disorder at junior sports matches put players and spectators at risk and challenge clubs and police to manage crowds safely.

AustraliaHighlights growing concerns about crowd control at junior Australian sporting events and the risk to young players during high-stakes finals.

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