sport news Shocking moment former footy star, 47, PUNCHES 15-year-old teenager during ... trends now Matthew Collins, 47, was seen punching a teenager Incident occurred after a footy game last Thursday Former AFL star was released without charge By Ollie Lewis Published: 12:12 BST, 15 April 2024 | Updated: 12:12 BST, 15 April 2024 A former footy star was arrested last Friday morning after fighting a group of teenagers on the train home from the MCG. Former Adelaide and Melbourne star Matthew Collins, 47, watched the Dees lose to the Brisbane Lions before becoming involved in a heated altercation with the youths on the train. Video footage shows Collins speaking to the group before he lashed out, striking one youngster to the floor. The incident occurred at roughly 12.30am on Friday morning. Channel Seven reports that, such was the intensity of the altercation, a fellow passenger hit the emergency distress button and Collins was arrested at Thornbury Station. Former AFL star Matthew Collins punched a teenager on a train home from the MCG Collins was arrested at Thornbury Station but was later released without charge He was later released without charge while investigations continue. A 15-year-old boy from Croyden is understood to have suffered minor injuries. Collins enjoyed a six-year career in the AFL and when contacted for comment by Seven, said 'there was more to the story', without providing any further detail. He coaches at a local footy club, which has refused to confirm whether they are taking any action. Share or comment on this article: Shocking moment former footy star, 47, PUNCHES 15-year-old teenager during fight on the train after match All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility