Youth football league warns after 72 red cards this season

The Central Scotland Football Association has issued a warning due to violent incidents during youth football matches. The first week of the season saw 72 red cards and reports of assaults, including an alleged headbutt by a team official during a festival for five and six-year-olds. Multiple games were abandoned following aggressive confrontations between team officials and parents, with additional allegations of threatening and discriminatory language being investigated. Police are involved in one case regarding possible hate-related remarks. The league's executive and disciplinary committees are reviewing the incidents, with potential suspensions for teams being considered.

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