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Teen Denied Entry for Palestinian Flag Jersey at A-League

1/21/2026

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Ella Ajaje, a 15-year-old girl, was denied entry to an A-League match at Allianz Stadium for wearing a jersey featuring the Palestinian flag.
Security said the jersey violated dress code policies to prevent conflicts related to national symbols.
After removing the jersey, Ajaje was allowed entry.
The A-League is reviewing the incident with venue security.
Rumzi Hajaj, Ajaje's uncle, said other fans wore jerseys with different national flags without issue.

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Ella Ajaje, a 15-year-old girl, was denied entry to an A-League match at Allianz Stadium for wearing a jersey featuring the Palestinian flag.
Security said the jersey violated dress code policies to prevent conflicts related to national symbols.
After removing the jersey, Ajaje was allowed entry.
The A-League is reviewing the incident with venue security.
Rumzi Hajaj, Ajaje's uncle, said other fans wore jerseys with different national flags without issue.