A Charlton Athletic fan has been given a football banning order after admitting assaulting a police officer during a match at Swansea City's Liberty Stadium. The incident occurred on [date of match, e.g., 21 February 2026] during the Championship fixture between Swansea and Charlton.
The supporter, [name if available, otherwise 'the 34-year-old man'], pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm. He was sentenced at [court name] on [date of sentencing, e.g., 5 August 2026] to a three-year football banning order and [any additional sentence, e.g., community service].
The banning order prohibits him from attending any regulated football match in the UK for the duration of the ban. He must also surrender his passport when required to prevent travel to international fixtures.
South Wales Police welcomed the sentence, stating that violence against officers will not be tolerated. The force added that the swift action demonstrates their commitment to keeping football matches safe for all fans.
