Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ has concluded an investigation into the conduct of an identified spectator in attendance at the Australia Cup 2022 Final held at CommBank Stadium in Sydney on 1 October 2022.  
The spectator in question has today been issued with a lifetime ban from attending Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ-sanctioned football matches including all NPL, A-Leagues, Australia Cup, and National Team matches. 
 The ban is effective immediately.
 The conduct in question relates to a fascist salute or similar gesture conducted during the match and captured on the host broadcast. Such conduct is a breach of the Australia Cup Terms of Admission and Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ’s Spectator Code of Behaviour.
 Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ adopts a zero-tolerance policy to disrespectful and offensive behaviour at sanctioned events and will not tolerate behaviour that has the potential to offend, insult humiliate, disparage or vilify spectators, players or officials.
 Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ is continuing to collaborate with relevant stakeholders and law enforcement in identifying other individuals who may have committed similar anti-social behaviour at the Australia Cup 2022 Final.
 Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ is committed to promoting a safe and enjoyable environment for all Australians engaging with football, where the rights, dignity, and worth of every person are properly respected.
Î÷¹ÏÓ°ÊÓ Chief Executive Officer James Johnson has today penned a letter to the Australian football community which can be read HERE.
