A teenager was airlifted to hospital in critical condition following a violent football game.

On a sunny Saturday in Adelaide, the U17 grand final between Angle Vale and Two Wells was heating up on the Hamley Bridge Oval. The game was intense and the players were giving it their all, but things took a turn for the worse when a violent clash erupted on the field.

Spectator Jack Martin described the scene as "pretty aggressive" with a lot of "push and shove" and even a few punches thrown. The atmosphere was tense as both teams fought to come out on top.

As the first half came to a close, Angle Vale player Henry Nau was struck and had to come off the field. Teammate Jack Pessano recalls seeing Nau "a bit dazed" before he suddenly collapsed. The game was immediately put on hold as ambulance and paramedics were called to the scene.

Nau was then airlifted to the hospital, where he remains in an induced coma. The seriousness of the situation was evident as Two Wells player Harrison Devlin described seeing Nau covered and hidden from view by emergency personnel.

Pessano expressed his fear for his teammate and friend, saying "It's very scary" to think that this could happen to someone he knows and plays footy with. Some witnesses claim that Nau was "king hit" from behind, but there is no confirmation of this yet.

The Adelaide Plains Football Club president, Michael Vigor, stated that they are unsure if the hit was intentional or accidental. Violence is not condoned in the sport, but it can be understood that emotions can run high during a game.

The Two Wells Football Club player, Jackson Harnas, also weighed in on the situation, expressing his concern for Nau and questioning why he was allowed back on the field after suffering another head knock earlier in the game. He also mentioned the league's rule on head injuries and how it should have been enforced.

In the end, it is clear that this was a serious and unfortunate incident that has left everyone shaken. The game of footy is a tough one, but it's important to remember to always prioritize safety and sportsmanship.

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