A soccer player has been left a fractured spine after being assaulted by spectators at a match in Mill Park.
Police have been told there was a small on-field scuffle between two opposing players during a match between Uni Hill Eagles Football Club and Kings Domain Football Club at Findon Reserve on July 6.
One player was sent off as a result of the incident.
Police said that as the player, a 33-year-old man from St Kilda, was leaving the field, he was assaulted by multiple spectators.
Detectives wish to speak to anyone who witnessed the assault, as well as anyone who was a spectator at the match.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam or CCTV footage, or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
