Shocking footage emerges of footballer’s disgusting violent elbow incident on opponent

Shocking footage emerges on social media of a footballer’s disgusting violent elbow incident on an opponent at the weekend.

During Porthmadog’s 3-2 win over Trearddur Bay in the During Cynghrair Lock Stock Ardal North West League, Trearddur defender Tom Taylor struck off-guard Porthmadog winger Danny Brookwell in the face before a penalty was taken, knocking him to the ground.

Uploading the clip, which has since been reposted by Porthmadog, James Roberts (@ifan_tomos) said: “ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING FROM TREARDDUR BAY SHOULD GET BANNED FOR LIFE DISGRACE!! @CPDPorthmadogFC.”

The footage has gone on to get millions of views within 12 hours of being posted. The incident has been strongly condemned as completely unacceptable in football at any level.

In the game, Tom Taylor received a yellow card. But in regards to this incident, he wasn’t sent off. now potential disciplinary action from the clubs or football authorities awaits.

ABSOLUTELY DISTGUSTING FROM TREADDUR BAY
TOM TAYLOR SHOULD GET BANNED FOR LIFE
DISGRACE!!@CPDPorthmadogFC pic.twitter.com/RphcdlOGMY

— James Roberts (@ifan_tomos) January 17, 2026

Trearddur Bay Football Club – Statement Update

“Following an Extraordinary General Meeting of the clubs committee and completion of the clubs internal processes. Trearddur Bay Football Club provides an update regarding the on field incident vs Porthmadog FC.

“Following an internal review, the decision was taken to release the suspended player involved with immediate effect.

“Trearddur Bay Football Club does not condone violence in any form and acknowledges that the incident should not have occurred.

“The club offers its sincere apologies to the opposition player involved, CPD Porthmadog, match officials, supporters, and the wider football community.

“The club will fully cooperate with any external investigations or disciplinary processes and will make no further comment at this time while these matters are ongoing.”

STATEMENT FROM NORTH WALES POLICE:

North Wales Police are aware of a video circulating online relating to an incident that occurred at a football match between Treaddur Bay FC and Porthmadog FC on Saturday (17 January).

Officers have been making enquiries to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. As part of this investigation a 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault. He remains in police custody at this time.

Enquiries are ongoing and we would ask members of the public not to speculate whilst the investigation continues.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact police through 101 quoting 26000046180

The Referee Forum wrote: “This clip is doing the rounds after being posted by Harvey Barnett, calling out an incident involving Trearddur Bay and naming Tom Taylor.

“Watch it closely. An aggressive elbow straight to the chin, nowhere near a genuine attempt to play the ball, and the opponent is clearly knocked out.

“That’s violent conduct. End of discussion.

“Red card on the day, followed by a serious suspension.

“This is exactly the sort of incident that referees get abused for when they apply the Laws properly, while others shout ‘let the game flow’.”

Asked if the referee saw it, James Roberts replied: “nothing happened, the fans showed the vid the the ref but he couldn’t do anything about it because it was too late”

Regarding context: “absolutely no reason at all just because danny won the penalty”

Fans reacted as shocking footage emerges of a footballer’s disgusting violent elbow incident on an opponent…

@AndyMc_25: Probably the most cowardly thing I’ve ever seen done on a pitch. Lifetime ban & jail time for this. Scum

@pennock_tp: Unbelievable!! All @HaverfordwestFC hope the @CPDPorthmadogFC player is ok. I’m sure all the appropriate authorities are involved in this!!!

@seddo31efc: Absolutely disgusting, wasn’t even sent off as officials didnt see it. Premeditated and vile! Glad Brooky is okay 🔴⚫️

@lukea248: Why the fuck would you do that?

@AndrewRuscoe: Paying £3k A week playing budget to go around doing shit like that! Disgusting behaviour! People in Prison have more respectful standards! 😡

@Rory_Talks_Ball: This is the sort of thing where it should really be a criminal repercussion rather than just a footballing one. It’s a violent assault and has nothing to do with the actual game

@CymruPitchside: The more you view it the worse it gets. Can see the intent, looks over his shoulder before swinging. Disgraceful behaviour ❌

@CfcBlay: Absolutely shameful scenes at Trearddur Bay. If this is what Taylor brings to the sport, a lifetime ban is the only answer.

@daz_thomas11: That is disgusting 🫣. Hope the @CPDPorthmadogFC player is ok.

@ade_rawden: Coward .. Life Ban simple. I hope the player on the receiving end is ok.

@Ryan_j_mcr: What an absolute coward. Hope he never kicks a ball again

@AHolden00: I sincerely hope the Porthmadog player is OK following that dreadful incident, let’s hope the FAW intervene in the appropriate manner.

@Markochief: I’ve seen some nasty things in my time playing & managing but that is the worst I’ve ever seen

@eightyfourosaur: What the hell? 😡 Hope the guy is ok

@slater09_mike: What a cowardly act. I hope this guy receives a lengthy ban at the very least.

@Pandamonium1881: Wow. That is beyond disgusting. The ferocity of the elbow! If that isn’t a VERY VERY long ban then

@TheWelshDragon9: That is awful. Hope the lad is alright.

@MeathBirder: Coward. Should be finished in the game.

@tucker004: This is one of many reasons why grassroots football is on its arse. Should be a lifetime ban

@omgmichy_: I’ve watched this so many times and I still can’t understand why the fuck anyone would do that😳

@ArdalChris: There’s no place for this anywhere, let alone on a football pitch

@Cofiarmy: Hope Brooky is ok, no need for that on a football field, feckin coward!!😡

@Tipsters2avoid: Jesus that is disgusting. Any update on if the lad is ok? Lifetime ban from football minimum for that scumbag.