Wigan's Jason Roberts
Roberts appeal received
Tuesday, 24 February 2004.
The FA has received a claim for Wrongful Dismissal today from Wigan Athletic on behalf of their player, Jason Roberts.
Roberts was dismissed for violent conduct (kicking out at an opponent) in the 74th minute of the Division 1 fixture at Stoke City on Saturday (21 Feb). The appeal will now be forwarded to the Video Advisory Panel.
We will keep you updated this case.
* Clubs may only appeal against sending offs for violent conduct, mistaken identity, or denial of obvious goal-scoring opportunities.