Six-year-old fan banned from French stadium for throwing paper balls

In a surprising incident during a French Ligue 1 match, a six-year-old fan of Avro was banned from entering the stadium after throwing empty cardboard cups and paper balls during a match against Reims (0-3), Report informs via Nogomania.

Although the objects caused no harm or disruption, the incident was included in the delegate's report and verified using surveillance footage, which identified the young offender and their ticket-holding companion.

The penalty includes bans from matches against Angers, Strasbourg, and Lans. Avro informed the child’s parents of the decision, which they chose not to contest. The club released a statement saying, "The stadium must remain a place of celebration, but not of expressing frustration."

The decision reflects Avro's effort to demonstrate responsibility to the LFP disciplinary committee, which has already penalized the club for prior incidents, including this one. The ban aims to set an example of stricter enforcement of behavior in stadiums.

While the parents did not challenge the ruling, the incident has sparked discussions about the balance between enforcing rules and allowing younger fans to experience the joy of football in a forgiving environment.