Melbourne Victory notes an update to Football Victoria’s (FV) disciplinary regulations for the 2026 season, along with the newly introduced FV Three Strike Policy, which applies to players, officials and fans alike.
Football Victoria’s new Three Strike Policy is available to view by clicking here.
The Three Strike Policy applies to all clubs for offences, particularly where instances of abuse or misbehaviour have been directed at match officials by their spectators, club officials, team officials, players and parents.
Strikes do not replace sanctions or penalties that may be issued to individuals or Clubs due to breaches of the FV Grievance & Disciplinary Regulations, or any other conduct that may have occurred in circumstances associated with the determination of a strike.
It is important that all stakeholders understand that the misbehaviour of those associated in any way with Melbourne Victory has the potential to impact both those individuals themselves and the Club, through sanctions, penalties and/or strikes, which ultimately may lead to significant points deductions.
Melbourne Victory will always encourage noise and passion at our fixtures, but it is important that our Members, fans and stakeholders engage in a positive way that meets the code of conduct and requirements set by Football Victoria.
Victory is excited to see the VPL and NPLW teams begin their competitive fixtures this weekend and looks forward to welcoming Members and fans to home matches.
