Police called to football match brawl at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre (From Your Local Guardian)

Police called to football match brawl at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre

9:39am Tuesday 16th March 2010 in

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A brawl between footballers in Crystal Palace last night led to a man being arrested on suspicion of assault.

Bromley Police were called to the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre at around 9.45pm after a contentious tackle sparked angry scenes during a football game.

A 20-year-old man, from Newham, was taken to Mayday Hospital in Croydon where he required stitches for a facial injury.

He was allegedly punched during a violent confrontation between players.

A 26-year-old was arrested on suspicion of causing Actual Bodily Harm and remains in custody at Bromley police station.