Melbourne streets turned red as A-League's fans set flares, taunt police
Flares have already been set off in Melbourne streets, with police out in force as the A-League's decider kicks off.
Incredible photos have captured Melbourne streets turned red and yellow as flares were set off on Saturday evening, soccer fans descending on AAMI park to watch the showdown between Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City FC.
Crowds of fans bundled up in soccer scarfs appeared to be taunting officers, who turned out in big numbers ahead of the match.
Just weeks earlier, soccer fans lit flares under a Swan St bridge on te way to a game.
Previous matches between the two teams have erupted in chaos, including in 2022 where about 150 spectators stormed the field.
Goalkeeper Tom Glover was allegedly struck in the head with a metal bucket during the incident, while life bans handed down.
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