Football Australia can confirm that Melbourne Victory FC has submitted a reply to the show cause notice issued to the club following the abandonment of the Melbourne Derby at AAMI Park on Saturday, 17 December.
Football Australia understands the importance of swift action; however, it will take whatever time is necessary to work through this submission before determining what sanctions will be imposed upon the club. No timeframe has been put on this process.
Football Australia is also assessing what measures may need to be implemented, and will be working with the Australian Professional Leagues, Melbourne Victory FC, Western United FC, and the operators of AAMI Park as to how they plan to ensure the safety of all fans, players, officials, and staff at the scheduled A-League Men’s Boxing Day match.
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