Disciplinary charges, suspensions and responses for November 2018

Friday 21 Dec 2018
FA charges - November 2018

30 November 2018

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY THE MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
CLAIM THAT THE STANDARD PUNISHMENT IS CLEARLY INSUFFICIENT

Bradley Johnson, Player, Derby County FC
Stoke City FC v Derby County FC
EFL Championship
28 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Johnson’s behaviour in or around the 31st minute of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing to be convened 

RESULT
Violent conduct charge: Proven
Clearly insufficient claim: Upheld

Player immediately suspended for 4 matches

[Arising from the same fixture Bradley Johnson also has a 1 match accumulated suspension which must be served immediately after this 4 match suspension.]   

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Paul Doswell, Manager, Sutton United FC
Braintree Town FC v Sutton United FC
National League
27 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Doswell’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 75th minute of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 4 December 2018 to respond. 

28 November 2018

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Joe Fitzpatrick, Hednesford Town FC
Hednesford Town FC v Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League
3 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Mr Fitzpatrick failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the above fixture.

Charge Admitted –Paper hearing requested 
RESULT:
1 match suspension 
Fined £100

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Hednesford Town FC
Hednesford Town FC v Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League
3 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that Hednesford Town FC failed to comply with an automatic suspension by allowing Joe Fitzpatrick to participate in the above fixture.

Charge Admitted –Paper hearing requested 
RESULT:
Fined £100

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
David Harrison, Kit Man, Chasetown FC
Newcastle Town FC v Chasetown FC
The FA Trophy
27 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in the car park following the fixture Mr Harrison used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Proven 
2 match ground ban 
Fined £150

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA
Brett Donnelly, Player, Biggleswade Town FC
Biggleswaed Town FC v  Coalville Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following Mr Donnelly’s dismissal in or around the 44th minute, his language towards the Assistant Referee was abusive and/or insulting.

The participant has until 6 December 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK ) – NON STANDARD CASE
Steven Shaw, Physiotherapist, Morpeth Town FC
Morepeth Town FC v Gresley FC
Norther Premier League – East Division
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Shaw’s behaviour in or around the 59th minute of the fixture constitutes improper conduct.

The participant has until 6 December 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Ismat Ahmed, Intermediary

10 Breaches of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Mr Ahmed entered into a Representation Contract with 6 players without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries.
It is further alleged that Mr Ahmed entered into a Representation Contract with four of the above named players before the 1st day in January of the year of that players sixteenth birthday contrary to Regulation B8 of the FA’s Regulations on Working with Intermediaries 2017-18.

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Bristol Rovers FC
Bristol Rovers FC v Gillingham FC
English Football League One
27 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture, Bristol Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion. 

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£2,500 fine)

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Gillingham FC 
Bristol Rovers FC v Gillingham FC
English Football League One
27 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture, Gillingham FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion. 

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£2,500 fine)

27 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Michael Meaker, Assistant Manager, Truro City FC
Truro City FC v Hemel Hempstead Town FC
National League South
13 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture Mr Meaker used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official. 

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £200 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Leigh Robinson, Manager, Truro City FC
Truro City FC v Hemel Hempstead Town FC
National League South
13 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture Mr Robinson language was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of a Match Official. 

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £200 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Steve Castle, Manager, Royston Town FC
Stourbridge FC v Royston Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
13 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Castle’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 88th minute of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD
Kidderminster Harriers FC U19
Kidderminster Harriers FC U19 v Solihull Moors FC U19
Division H – National League u19 Alliance
14 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, Kidderminster Harriers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour. 

The club has until 30 November 2018 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD
Solihull Moors FC U19
Kidderminster Harriers FC U19 v Solihull Moors FC U19
Division H – National League u19 Alliance
14 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, Solihull Moors FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour. 

The club has until 30 November 2018 to provide a response.

26 November 2018

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Sutton United FC 
Gateshead FC v Sutton United FC
National League Premier
17 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Sutton United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £600

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Radcliffe FC
Radcliffe FC v Glossop North End FC
Northern Premier League – West Division
25 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Radcliffe FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour. 

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £400

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Tony Mills, Vice Chairman, Herne Bay FC
Herne Bay FC v Phoenix Sports FC
Isthmian League – South East
9 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following the fixture, Mr Mills used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 match ground ban 
Fined £150

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Ryan Mackerness, Coach, Cinderford Town FC
Cinderford Town FC v Street FC
Southern League – Division One South
29 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Mackerness’s behaviour during the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
3 match ground ban 
Fined £175

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)  NON STANDARD CASE
Nathan Munson, Assistant Manager, Needham Market FC
Needham Market FC v Metropolitan Police FC
The FA Cup
25 September 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that Mr Munson’s language and/or behaviour during the interval prior to the commencement of extra time amounts to improper conduct.
It is alleged that following your dismissal from the technical area you used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Official. 

Charge Denied – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
1st alleged breach, proven 
2nd alleged breach, not proven
1 match ground ban (immediate effect) 
Fined £225 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Steve Sands, U23s Development Squad Assistant Manager, Hasting United FC
Hasting United FC v Whyteleafe FC
FA Challenge Trophy 
13 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture, Mr Sands’ used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Officials.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £100 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Danny Martin, former Assistant Manager of Grantham Town FC
Sutton Coldfield FC v Grantham Town FC
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3(2)
It is alleged that following the above match, whilst on the team bus, Mr Martin used abusive and/or insulting words toward a player contrary to Rule E3(1)
It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3(1) is an ‘Aggravated Breach’ as defined in Rule E3(2) as it made reference to ethnic origin and/or race and/or nationality. 

The participant has until 4 December 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Adam Porritt, Player, Ossett United FC
Brighouse Town FC v Ossett United FC
27 August 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3(2)
It is alleged that in or around the 81st minute of the fixture, Mr Porritt used abusive and/or insulting words towards an opposition player contrary to Rule E3(1)
It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3(1) is an ‘Aggravated Breach’ as defined in Rule E3(2) as it made reference to colour.

The participant has until 4 December 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Marvin Shortman, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Shortman entered into a Representation Contract with a minor without ‘additional authorisation’ to do so contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries.

The participant has until 4 December 2018 to respond.

22 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Junior Kadi, Assistant Manager, Dulwich Hamlet FC
Dartford FC v Dulwich Hamlet FC
National League South
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following the end of the fixture Mr Kadi’s behaviour was improper and/or he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Officials.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Don Amott, Chairman, Mickleover Sports FC
Mickleover Sports FC v Alfreton Town FC
FA Cup
6 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in the clubhouse after the fixture Mr Amott used abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening words towards a Match Official.

Charge Denied – Paper Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Lee Attenborough, Manager, Loughborough Dynamo FC
Loughborough Dynamo FC v Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League East Division
6 October 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture Mr Attenborough used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.
It is alleged that in or around the tunnel area after the end of the fixture Mr Attenborough used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

Charge Admitted – Paper Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Gary Hussey, Manager, Loughborough Dynamo FC
Loughborough Dynamo FC v Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League East Division
6 October 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture Mr Hussey used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
It is alleged that in or around the tunnel area after the end of the fixture Mr Hussey used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

Charge Admitted – Paper Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Phil Hodgkinson, Chairman, Southport FC
Southport FC v Curzon Ashton FC
National League – North
30 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following the end of the fixture Mr Hodgkinson’s language was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.

Charge Denied – Paper Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Luther Munakandafa, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Munakandafa entered into Representation Contracts with two players without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minor contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries.

The participant has until 30 November 2018 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Gateshead FC
Gateshead FC v Sutton United FC
National League Premier
17 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Gateshead FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£500 fine)

21 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Andrew Walsh, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Walsh entered into a Representation Contract with a minor without ‘additional authorisation’ to do so, contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries.

Charge Admitted – Paper Hearing requested
RESULT:
Suspended from all intermediary activity for 6 months, running up to and including 21st May 2019
Fined £500

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Adam Westwood, Assistant Manager, Horsham FC
Horsham FC v Ware FC
FA Challenge Trophy
13 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Westwood’s behaviour during the second-half of the fixture constitutes improper conduct.

The participant has until 29 November 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) –STANDARD CASE
Stacy Reed, Assistant Manager, Brighouse Town FC
Cleethorpes Town FC v Brighouse Town FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
16 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Reed’s language and/or behaviour at the end of the fixture was improper. 

The participant has until 29 November 2018 to respond.

SUCCUSSFUL DECEPTION OF A MATCH OFFICIAL: INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 1) – STANDARD CASE
Tyrell Miller Rodney, Player, Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Oldham Athletic FC 
The FA Cup 
12 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Miller-Rodney’s behaviour in or around the 14th minute of the fixture, in committing a clear act of simulation which led to a penalty being awarded, amount to improper conduct.

Charge Denied – Paper Hearing requested.
RESULT:
Proven 
2 match suspension 

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Oliver Donald, Player, Cleethorpes Town FC
Cleethorpes Town FC v Tadcaster Albion FC
Northern Premier League East
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Mr Donald failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the above fixture. 

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
1 match suspension 
Fined £140

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Cleethorpes Town FC
Cleethorpes Town FC v Tadcaster Albion FC
Northern Premier League East
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that Cleethorpes Town FC failed to comply with an automatic suspension by allowing Oliver Donald to participate in the above fixture. 

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £150

16 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Dulwich Hamlet FC
Dulwich Hamlet v Welling United, National League South, 4 August 2018
Dulwich Hamlet v East Thurrock United, National League South, 8 August 2018
Dulwich Hamlet v Concord Rangers, National League South, 11 August 2018
Dulwich Hamlet v Chelmsford City, National League South, 13 August 2018
Dulwich Hamlet v Bath City, National League South, 18 August 2018
Dulwich Hamlet v Gloucester City, National League South, 25 August 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E1(b)
It is alleged that Dulwich Hamlet FC failed to comply with FA Rule C1(f)(i) and C1(f)(ii) in that the club did not supply The FA with a copy of the contract in respect of player Daniel Pappoe, within the required time limits.
It is alleged that Dulwich Hamlet FC failed to comply with FA Rule C1(f)(i) and C1(f)(ii) in that Daniel Pappoe played for the club in the above six fixtures without the Club receiving confirmation of registration from The FA.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £250

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Lee Lashenko, Manager, Bristol Manor Farm FC
Thatcham Town FC v Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League – Division One South
29 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that Mr Lashenko’s language and/or behaviour after the end of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
3 match touchline ban 
Fined £150

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Dylan Edge, Player, formerly of Kings Lynn FC

Dereham Town v Aveley FC
Isthmian Football League
11 August 2018
Dereham Town v Coggleshall Town
Isthmian Football League
18 August 2018

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Edge failed to comply with FA Rule C1(i)(i) in that he played for Dereham Town in the above two fixtures whilst registered with Kings Lynn Town FC.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Proven 
2 match suspension 
Fined £40

13 November 2018

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Ebbsfleet United FC
Ebbsfleet United FC v Barrow AFC
National League
3 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Ebbsfleet United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £2,000

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Barrow AFC 
Ebbsfleet United FC v Barrow AFC
National League
3 November 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Barrow AFC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £1,000

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIAL BUT REPORTED TO THE FA 
Callum Donnelly, Player, Bedford Town FC
Bedford Town FC v Corby Town FC
Southern League – Division One Central
9 October 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged the following the serious foul play for which Mr Donnelly was dismissed, his behaviour amounts to improper and/or violent conduct.
It is further alleged that Mr Donnelly’s language following his dismissal was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
11 match suspension  
Fined £150

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK CHARGE) – NON STANDARD CASE
Tom Loizou, Manager, Haringey Borough FC
Leatherhead FC v Haringey Borough FC
Isthmian League
18 August 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Loizou’s behaviour after the end of the fixture constitutes improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
1 match ground ban  
Fined £225

12 November 2018

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICITION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA
Oliver Price, Player, Cheltenham Town FC
Cheltenham Town FC u19 v Exeter City FC u19
Youth Alliance South West Conference
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 -  It is alleged that following Mr Price’s dismissal in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words to the Match Referee.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 match suspension (non first team) 
Fined £100

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)  NON STANDARD CASE
Ogo Obi, Player, Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
Truro City FC v Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
National League South
15 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Obi’s behaviour in or around half-time of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 match suspension  
Fined £300

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Alan Ison, Financial Director, Bedworth United FC
Bedworth United FC v Banbury United FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
18 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Ison’s language during the second half of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Officials. 

Charge Admitted – Paper Hearing Requested
RESULT:
2 match ground ban   
Fined £225

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Chesterfield FC

Breaches of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Chesterfield FC failed to comply with FA Rule C1(f)(i) in that the Club did not supply The Football Association with a copy of the contract in respect of player, Joe Rowley.
It is alleged that Chesterfield FC failed to comply with FA Rule C1(f)(ii) in the Joe Rowley played for Chesterfield FC in 39 fixtures between 30 September 2017 and 27 August 2018.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £5,000

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
David Wild, Joint Manager, Mossley AFC
Mossley AFC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League West Division
25 September 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture, Mr Wild’s language and/or behaviour amounts to improper conduct.
It is alleged that following Mr Wild’s dismissal from the technical area his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Officials.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
3 match touchline ban 
Fined £150

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK)
Jeff Ashton, Manager, Staffordshire FA
Lancashire FA v Staffordshire FA
FA Youth Cup
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Ashton’s language and/or behaviour during the second half of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 21 November 2018 to respond.

8 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Charlie Price, Player, Alvechurch FC
Alvechurch FC v Kettering Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
29 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Price’s behaviour during the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested.

7 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Matt Clements, Manager, St Neots Town FC
Coalville Town FC v St Neots Town FC
FA Cup
9 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Clements’ language and/or behaviour in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct. 

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£150 fine)

6 November 2018

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA
Armand Gnanduillet, Player, Blackpool FC
Fleetwood Town FC v Blackpool FC
EFL League One
27 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Gnanduillet’s behaviour in or around the tunnel area following his dismissal amounts to improper conduct. 

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
1 match suspension 
Fined £2,000

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2 ) – NON STANDARD CASE
Victor Manas, Analyst, Arsenal FC
Crystal Palace FC V Arsenal FC
Premier League
28 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Manas’ behaviour in or around half-time of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
1 match touchline ban 
Fined £6,000

5 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Steve Evans, Manager, Peterborough United FC
Peterborough United FC v Accrington Stanley
Post-Match Interview
20 October 2018
English Football League One

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Evan’s comments in a post-match interview were abusive and/or insulting and/or brought the game into disrepute.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £1,000

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Darren James, Manager, North Leigh FC
North Leigh FC v AFC Dunstable
Southern League – Division One Central
29 September 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that Mr James’ language and/or behaviour on or around the field of play after the end of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
It is alleged that Mr James’ language and/or behaviour in or around the Match Officials changing room after the end of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 13 November 2018 to respond.

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Max Norman, Player, Oldham Athletic FC
Oldham Athletic FC v Hartlepool United FC
Youth Alliance Cup
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Mr Norman failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the above fixture. 

The participant has until 13 November 2018 to respond.

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Oldham Athletic FC
Oldham Athletic FC v Hartlepool United FC
Youth Alliance Cup
20 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that Oldham Athletic failed to comply with an automatic suspension by allowing Max Norman to participate in the above fixture. 

The Club has until 13 November 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON FAST TRACK) –STANDARD CASE
Ben Murray, Manager, Ashford Town FC
Hayes & Yeading United FC V Ashford Town FC
Isthmian League – South Central
6 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 –It is alleged that Mr Murray’s language and/or behaviour during the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 13 November 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Rudy Funk, Manager, AFC Mansfield
Stocksbridge Park Steels FC v AFC Mansfield
Northern Premier League – East Division
15 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 11th minute of the fixture Mr Funk used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Official. 

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £100 fine)

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Fleetwood Town FC
Fleetwood Town FC v Blackpool FC
EFL League One
27 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Fleetwood Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£2,500 fine)

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Blackpool FC 
Fleetwood Town FC v Blackpool FC
EFL League One
27 October 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Blackpool FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£2,500 fine)

1 November 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Basil Kabbani, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Kabbani entered into a Representation Contract with a minor without ‘additional authorisation’ to do so, contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

RESULT:
Immediately suspended from all Intermediary Activity for 3 months, running up to and including 31st January 2019
Fined £500

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (NON FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Adam Jones, Player, Mossley AFC
Mossley AFC v Ossett United FC
FA Cup
4 September 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Jones’ language and/or behaviour after the end of the fixture was improper and/or threatening.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Proven 
4 match suspension 
Fined £400

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Reuban Kester, Player, formerly of Luton Town FC U19s
Swindon Town FC U19s v Luton Town FC U19s
National (U19) Football Youth Development League
Wednesday 21 February 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3(2)
It is alleged that in or around the 43rd minute of the fixture, Mr Kester used abusive and/or insulting behaviour towards an opposition player contrary to FA Rule E3(1). 
It is further alleged that this breach is an ‘aggravated breach’ as defined in Rule E3(2), as it included an implied reference to ethnic origin and/or race.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Charge not proven. 

By FA Staff