2023 Port Moresby AFL

Spectator violence mars AFL grand final

In Saturday’s grand final showdown, Kokofas were leading by 2 points only seconds before the end of the third quarter when supporters invaded the field.

It appeared that intoxicated supporters and opportunists took advantage of the on-field players’ altercation, this escalated the situation by running on the field of play. This resulted in some players and supporters sustaining injuries. The melee went on for a good 10 minutes before police intervened to restore some order.