Yes, the Federation Square FIFA World Cup Live site has been given the arse for the Australia-Sweden match.

Melbourne’s Federation Square has been axed as a live site for the remainder of the Women’s World Cup after dozens of flares were let off among a crowd at maximum capacity during Wednesday night’s semifinal. 

Families could be seen fleeing the venue during the Matildas’ match against England after rowdy fans erupted following Sam Kerr’s equaliser and sparks flew above the 12,000 punters. 

A spokesperson for Federation Square said a repeat of Wednesday night would be unsafe. 

“During the Women’s World Cup, Federation Square has hosted 140,000 people and there have been many memorable scenes, with thousands throwing their support behind the Matildas,” the spokesperson said.

“However, as a result of disappointing behaviour by a small group of people, Federation Square management has made the decision that there will no longer be a live site at Federation Square, due to safety concerns.

And Sir Michael Parkinson died.

Crap.