Key Highlights
- Police arrested a man following an altercation that forced Welling United’s match against Potters Bar Town to be postponed.
- Potters Bar manager Sammy Moore was injured during the incident and is receiving medical care.
- The match, scheduled for 3pm at Park View Road, was abandoned just over 30 minutes before kick-off.
- Welling United’s players still conducted training despite the cancellation of their match.
Incident Sparks Football Ruckus: Match Postponed After Manager Injured in Altercation
Football fans were left stunned as a serious incident unfolded at Welling United’s stadium just hours before an anticipated league clash. The match against Potters Bar Town, originally set for 3pm on December 13, 2025, was postponed after police intervened due to an altercation that involved both teams’ personnel.
Metropolitan Police confirmed the incident in a statement: “Police were called to Welling Football Club following reports of an altercation between two men. Officers attended and found a 38-year-old man with injuries to his face, leading to the arrest of a 42-year-old man on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.” The suspect remains in custody.
Potters Bar Manager Sammy Moore Receives Medical Attention
In fact, it was Potters Bar Town’s manager, Sammy Moore, who found himself at the center of this controversy. A club statement issued on December 13 detailed the seriousness of the situation: “Today’s scheduled fixture at Welling United was abandoned prior to kick-off following a serious incident involving a member of our management team.” Further elaboration provided by Moore revealed that he required medical care: “Our manager is receiving appropriate medical care and the club is supporting him fully,” added the statement, while also acknowledging ongoing formal processes related to the incident.
Training Continues Despite Match Cancellation
Interestingly, despite the cancellation of their fixture, Welling United’s players took full advantage of the unexpected downtime. A video shared on social media showed the squad engaging in a training session to ensure they remained fit and ready for upcoming matches. This proactive approach from the team highlights the resilience often seen within the non-league football community.
Meanwhile, Potters Bar Town will face Chatham in their next match on Tuesday, while Welling United will travel to play against Lewes this Saturday.
The incident has certainly cast a cloud over these fixtures and raised questions about the safety of match officials and managers in the world of non-league football.
As the situation unfolds, both clubs are cooperating with relevant authorities including the league and The FA to ensure transparency and justice is served. The exact timeline remains unchanged as of December 13, 2025, pending further developments from the ongoing processes.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by non-league football clubs and their managers, who often operate with limited resources but maintain professionalism in the face of adversity. As the story develops, both fans and players will be watching closely to see how this unfolds.
