DISCIPLINARY CHARGES, RESPONSES AND SUSPENSIONS FOR OCTOBER 2022

31 October 2022

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Wealdstone FC, The National League – Premier

Boreham Wood FC v Wealdstone FC

FA Cup

15 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 29th minute of the fixture, Wealdstone FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion

Result

£1000 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION

Tottenham Hotspur U21, Premier League 2 – Division 1

Tottenham Hotspur U21 v Arsenal U21

Premier League 2 – Division 1

8 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture Tottenham Hotspur FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from provocative behaviour.

Admit/Paper hearing to be convened.

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Chesterfield FC, National League Premier

Chesterfield FC v Bromley FC

National League Premier

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1: It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Chesterfield FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Admits Charge/Paper Hearing to be convened.

28 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT

Leigh Bedwell, Player, Didcot Town FC

Didcot Town FC v Thame United FC

19th February 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 23rd minute of the fixture the Participant’s language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper contrary to FA Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of FA Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated breach” as defined in Rule E3.2, as it included reference to, whether express or implied, sexual orientation.

Result

Proven

7 Match Suspension

Face to Face Education

27 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

Steve Evans, Manager, Stevenage FC, English Football League Two

Stevenage FC vs Northampton Town FC

English Football League Two

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3: It is alleged that in or around the 27th minute of the fixture, your language and/or behaviour was improper.

Admits Charge/Standard Penalty 1.

Result

£500 fine

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

Tottenham Hotspur FC, Premier League

Tottenham Hotspur FC vs Newcastle United FC

Premier League

23 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 31st minute of the fixture, Tottenham Hotspur FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Admits Charge/Standard Penalty 1

Result

£20,000 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

Dean Brennan, Manager, Barnet FC – National League Premier

Barnet FC vs Maidenhead United FC

National League Premier

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 84th minute of the fixture, Mr. Brennan’s language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or improper.

Admits Charge/Standard Penalty 1

Result

£250 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

Everton FC, Premier League

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC

Premier League

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture, Everton FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Admits Charge/Standard Penalty 1.

Result

£20,000

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

West Ham United FC, Premier League

Southampton FC vs West Ham United FC

Premier League

16 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 20th minute of the fixture, West Ham United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result

£20,000 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION AND SURROUNDING (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Bromley FC, National League Premier

Chesterfield FC v Bromley FC

National League Premier

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1:

I. It is alleged that in or around the 55th minute of the fixture, Bromley FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

II. It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Bromley FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour and/or violent conduct

The Club have until 6:00pm on Monday 31 October 2022 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

Mr. Andy Woodman, Manager, Bromley FC, National League Premier

Chesterfield FC v Bromley FC

National League Premier

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3: It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture, Mr. Woodman’s language and/or behaviour was improper.

The Club have until 6:00pm on Monday 31 October 2022 to provide a response.

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Spennymoor Town FC

AFC Fylde v Spennymoor Town FC

National League North

27 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture, Spennymoor Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Admits Charge/Accepts Standard Penalty 1

Result

£400 fine

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

AFC Fylde

AFC Fylde v Spennymoor Town FC

National League North

27 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture, AFC Fylde failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Admits Charge/Accepts Standard Penalty 1

Result

£400 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Lewis McGugan, Player, Loughborough Dynamo FC

Corby Town FC v Loughborough Dynamo FC

Northern Premier League – Midlands Division

17 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Mr. McGugan’s language was abusive and/or improper.

Admits Charge/Accepts Standard Penalty 1

Result

£100 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Matt Finlay, Assistant Manager, Daventry Town FC

Daventry Town FC vs Bedworth United FC

Northern Premier League – Midland Division

17 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Mr. Finlay’s language was abusive and/or improper.

Admits Charge/Accepts Standard Penalty 1

Result

1 match touchline ban

£100 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Dale Hurley, Manager, Lancing FC

Lancing FC vs Whitehawk FC

Isthmian League – South East

20 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Mr. Hurley’s language was abusive and/or improper.

Admits Charge/Accepts Standard Penalty 1.

Result

1 match

£100 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (MASS DISCRIMINATION) (NON-FAST TRACK)

Kings Lynn Town FC, National League – North

Kings Lynn Town FC v Alfreton Town FC

National League – North

13 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E21.4 – It is alleged that during the fixture Kings Lynn Town FC failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from using improper and/or abusive and/or insulting words which included a reference, whether express or implied, to gender.

Admit/Paper hearing to be convened.

26 October 2022

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Chippenham Town FC

Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Chippenham Town FC

National League South

27 August 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 (a) – It is alleged that in or around the 98th minute of the fixture, Chippenham Town failed to ensure that its players and/or officials ls conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result

£450 fine

25 October 2022

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Manchester United FC, Premier League

Chelsea FC vs Manchester United FC

Premier League

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 84th minute of the fixture, Manchester United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club have until 6:00pm on Friday 28 October 2022 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Crystal Palace FC, Premier League

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC

Premier League

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture, Crystal Palace FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club have until 6:00pm on Friday 28 October 2022 to provide a response.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE

Sheffield United, English Football League Championship

Sheffield United FC vs Norwich City FC

English Football League Championship

22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture, Sheffield United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club have until 6:00pm on Friday 28 October 2022 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Southend United, National League – Premier

Southend United FC v Woking FC

National League – Premier

4 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Southend United failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Admit Charge/Paper Hearing to be convened.

24 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (MASS DISCRIMINATION) (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Maidstone United FC

Maidstone United FC v Dorking Wanderers FC

National League

16 August 2022

Breach of FA Rule E21.4 – It is alleged that during the fixture Maidstone United FC failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and failed to ensure those persons did not use words or otherwise behave in an improper and/or offensive and/or abusive or insulting manner with either express or implied reference to gender.

Admits Charge/Paper hearing to be convened.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Jurgen Klopp, Manager, Liverpool FC

Liverpool FC vs Manchester City FC

Premier League

16 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture, Mr Klopp’s behaviour was improper.

Admits Charge/Paper Hearing

Result

£30,000 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Woking FC, National League – Premier

Southend United FC v Woking FC

National League – Premier

4 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Woking FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Admits Charge/Paper hearing to be convened.

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Daniel Thomas Hylton, Northampton Town FC

Stevenage AFC v Northampton Town FC

Football League 2

22/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct: St – Striking

Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Matthew James Taylor, Oxford United

Oxford United v Peterborough United FC

Football League 1

22/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct: St – Striking

Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Alexander Hurst, York City

Aldershot Town v York City

National League – Premier

22/10/2022

S1 Serious Foul Play

Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Omar Sowunmi, Bromley FC

Chesterfield FC v Bromley FC

National League – Premier

22/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct: St – Striking

Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains

21 October 2022

MASS CONFRONTATION

Arsenal U21, Premier League 2 – Division 1

Tottenham Hotspur U21 v Arsenal U21

Premier League 2 – Division 1

8 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture Arsenal FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from provocative behaviour.

The Club have until Monday 31 October 2022 to provide a response.

MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO INTEMEDIARY ACTIVITY

Mr. Peter Conning

Breach of FA Rule E1.2 – It is alleged that Mr. Conning concealed and/or misrepresented the reality and/or substance of the above transaction, contrary to Regulation C2 of the Football Agents Regulations 2014/2015.

Admit Charge – Paper Hearing to be convened.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE

Imran Louza, Watford FC

Watford FC v Swansea City AFC

English Football League Championship

5 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 – – It is alleged that in or around the 90+17th minute, contrary to FIFA Laws of the Game – Law 12, Mr. Imran Louza spat at Mr. Ryan Manning.

Denied Charge/Paper Hearing requested.

Result

Not Proven

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Douglas Luiz, Aston Villa

Fulham v Aston Villa

English Premier League

20/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct

Claim upheld – 3 match suspension removed

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Jack Benjamin Simpson, Cardiff City

Queens Park Rangers v Cardiff City

English Football League Championship

19/10/2022

S5 – Denying An Obvious Goal Scoring Opportunity

Claim Upheld – 1 Match Suspension Removed

WRONGUL DISMISSAL

Kenneth McLean, Norwich City FC

Norwich City FC v Luton Town

English Football League Championship

18/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct

Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains

19 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Phil Wilson, Coach, Beckenham Town FC

Beckenham Town FC v VCD Athletic FC

Isthmian League – South East

8 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that during the second half of the fixture, Mr. Wilson used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

The Participant has until 6:00pm on Thursday 27 October 2022 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Michael Golding, Manager, Corinthian FC

Corinthian FC vs Whitehawk FC

FA Challenge Trophy

24 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in and/or around the 65th minute of the fixture, your language was abusive and/or improper.

Admit Charge – Standard Penalty 1

Result

1 match touchline ban

£100 fine

18 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Warren Feeney, Manager, Welling United FC

Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Welling United FC

National League South

8 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute of the fixture Mr Feeney’s behaviour was improper.

Denied – Paper Hearing to be convened

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Wesley Andrew Foderingham, Sheffield United FC

Sheffield United FC v Blackpool FC

English Football League Championship

15/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct

Result – Dismissed Suspension Remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Shayne Francis Lavery, Blackpool FC

Sheffield United FC v Blackpool FC

English Football League Championship

15/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct

Result – Dismissed Suspension Remains

WRONGUL DISMISSAL

Benjamin Jake Fox, Northampton Town FC

Leyton Orient FC v Northampton Town FC

English Football League 2

15/10/2022

S1 – Serious Foul Play

Result – Dismissed Suspension Remains

17 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

Jamie Crellin, Manager, Three Bridges FC

Ashford United vs Three Bridges FC

FA Challenge Trophy

24 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, the manager’s language was abusive and/or improper.

Admit – Standard Penalty 1

Result

1 match touchline ban

£100 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE

AFC Telford United

AFC Telford United FC v Kings Lynn Town FC

National League North

20 August 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that during the fixture AFC Telford United failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or used discriminatory language towards a participant.

Admit – Paper Hearing to be convened.

13 October 2022

INCIDENT OF INTERMEDIARY MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)

Jamie Hart, Hart Sport and Media

It is alleged that Mr. Hart concealed and/or misrepresented the reality and/or substance of the registration of Andrew Crofts, contrary to Regulation C2 of the Football Agents Regulations 2012/2013.

The Participant has until 21 October 2022 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF INTERMEDIARY MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)

Will Salthouse, Unique Sports Group

1. It is alleged that Mr. Salthouse arranged matters so as to conceal or misrepresent the reality and/or substance of the Transaction, contrary to Regulation C2 of The FA’s Football Agents Regulations 2012/13.

2. It is alleged that Mr. Salthouse Conducted agency activity on behalf of Andrew Crofts in July 2012 without having entered into a validly executed written representation contract, contrary to Regulations B1 and H1 of The FA’s Football Agents Regulations 2012/13.

The Participant has until 21 October 2022 to provide a response.

11 October 2022

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2 – DESIGNATED CATEGORY 3)

Brighton & Hove Albion FC, Premier League

Gillingham FC v Brighton & Hove Albion FC U21

EFL Trophy

4 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 80th minute of the fixture Brighton & Hove Albion FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Admit – Paper Hearing to be convened

10 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT

Nathan Koranteng, Player, Waltham Abbey FC

Cirencester FC v Waltham Abbey FC

Southern League – Division One Central

Saturday 1 October 2022

It is alleged that the Player’s behaviour in or around the 70th, as evidenced in the reports, constitutes spitting at an opponent or any other person in circumstances where the standard punishment that would otherwise apply following your dismissal is clearly insufficient.

Denied – Paper hearing to be convened

6 October 2022

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)

Manchester City FC, Premier League

Manchester City FC v Aston Villa FC

Premier League

22 May 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture Manchester City Football Club failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from using threatening and/or violent behaviour whilst encroaching onto the pitch area.

Result

Warning

£260,000 fine

4 October 2022

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Arthur Gnahoua, Morcambe FC

Accrington Stanley FC v Morcambe FC

English Football League 1

01/10/2022

S2 – Violent Conduct: EL – Elbowing

Result – Claim Dismissed. 3 match suspension remains.

3 October 2022

MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING

Sam Poole, Player, Portland United FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 474 bets placed on football matches between 22 October 2014 to 04 February 2022.

Charge admitted – paper hearing requested.

Result

£500 fine

Source: The Football Association

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