Disciplinary charges, suspensions and responses for February 2020

Tuesday 03 Mar 2020
FA charges - February 2020

28 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Christopher Lock, Manager, Carpe Diem U14s

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around 65th minute of the fixture, his language and behaviour amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Denied – Personal Hearing requested.

RESULT
Case Dismissed

MASS CONFRONTATION
Carpe Diem FC (U14s)

Bromley FC (U14) v Carpe Diem FC (U14)
Tandridge Youth Football League
31 March 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20 (a) – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Carpe Diem FC (U14) failed to ensure that its players and/or
officials and/or spectators conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

RESULT
£300 fine
Warning as to future conduct

MASS CONFRONTATION
Bromley FC (U14s)

Bromley FC (U14) v Carpe Diem FC (U14)
Tandridge Youth Football League
31 March 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20 (a) – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Bromley FC (U14) failed to ensure that its players and/or
spectators conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

RESULT
£300 fine
Warning as to future conduct

27 February 2020

Claim of Wrongful Dismissal & Excessive Punishment
Darnell Fisher 
Preston North End FC v West Bromwich Albion FC
EFL Championship 
25 February 2020

Serious Foul Play

RESULT
WD: Upheld
3 match suspension removed

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Sam Finley, Player, Accrington Stanley FC

Accrington Stanley FC v Rochdale AFC
League One Fixture
Wednesday 01 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 23rd minute of the above fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting language 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 the language included a reference to nationality.

The Participant has until 5th March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Dele Alli, Player, Tottenham Hotspur FC

Breach of FA Rule E3 – Misconduct in respect of a video posted by the Participant on his Snapchat account. It is alleged the post was insulting and/or improper and/or brought the game into disrepute, 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 includes reference, whether express or implied, to race and/or colour and/or ethnic origin and/or nationality. 

The Participant has until 5th March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Cornelius Nwadialor, Coach, Tooting & Mitcham FC

Tooting & Mitcham United FC v Chertsey Town FC
Isthmian League – South Central
8 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture the Participant used threatening and/or improper words towards a Match Official.

The Participant has until 5th March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION OT CROWD CONTROL
Chorley FC U13s

Hindley Green U13 v Chorley FC U13
Junior Premier League
1 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged during the fixture, Chorley FC failed to ensure that its spectators and/or all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

The Club have until 5th March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Steve Heath, Manager, AFC Dunstable 

AFC Dunstable v Yaxley FC
Southern League – Division One Central
8 February 2020

Two breaches of FA Rule E3:

i. It is alleged that in or around half time of the fixture the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words toward the Match Referee.
ii. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.
The Participant has until 5th March 2020 to respond. 

25 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Richard Pope, Kitman, Havant & Waterlooville FC

Concord Rangers FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League – South
1 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and /or abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the Match Official’s integrity.

Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£200 / 1 match touchline ban). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Paul Doswell, Manager, Havant & Waterlooville FC

Concord Rangers FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League – South
1 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour was improper.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Ryan Auger, Player, Soham Town Rangers FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – in respect of 2,926 bets placed on football matches between 11 October 2014 to 19 September 2019.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Michael Sandmann, Assistant Manager, Margate FC

Brightlingsea Regent FC v Margate FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
15 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words toward a Match Official.

Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (1 match touchline ban / £150). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Steve King, Manager, Dartford FC

Chippenham Town FC v Dartford FC
National League – South
1 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.

The Participant has until 4th March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Marc McGregor, Manager, Chippenham Town FC

Chippenham Town FC v Dartford FC
National League – South
1 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language in reference to a Match Official was improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.

The Participant has until 4th March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Joseph Barton, Manager, Fleetwood Town FC

Wycombe Wanderers FC v Fleetwood Town FC
English Football League One
11 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or questioned their integrity.

Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested. 

Result 
Charge proven
2 Match touchline ban 
£2000 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Neil Moss, Coach, AFC Bournemouth 

Burnley FC v AFC Bournemouth
Premier League
22 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that the Participant’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 61st minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

The Participant has until 6:00pm on Friday 28th February 2020 to respond. 

24 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Darren Blewitt, Assistant Manager, Brentwood Town FC

Felixstowe & Walton United FC v Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League – North
2 November 2019

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, the Participant’s language was improper and/or threatening and the Participant’s behaviour amounts to improper and/or violent conduct.

The Participant has until 3rd March 2020 to respond. 

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Felixstowe & Walton FC, Isthmian League – North 

Felixstowe & Walton United FC v Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League – North
2 November 2019

Two breaches of FA Rule E20(a):

1. It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Felixstowe & Walton United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
2. It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Felixstowe & Walton United FC failed to ensure that it player and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club have until 3rd March 2020 to respond. 

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Brentwood Town FC, Isthmian League – North

Felixstowe & Walton United FC v Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League – North
2 November 2019

Two breaches of FA Rule E20(a):

1. It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Brentwood Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
2. It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Brentwood Town FC failed to ensure that it player and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club have until 3rd March 2020 to respond. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
David Longwell, Academy Manager, Shrewsbury Town FC 

Shrewsbury Town FC U16s v Salford City FC U16s
15 February 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that the Participant’s behaviour at half time of the fixture, amounts to improper and/or violent conduct.

The Participant has until 3rd March 2020 to respond. 

21 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Stephen Butterworth, Manager, Great Wakering Rovers FC 

Breach of FA Rule E8 - in respect of 1,541 bets placed on football matches between 03 August 2014 to 29 May 2019.

Charge admitted – Personal Hearing requested. 

RESULT
4 months suspension from all football and football related activity
£150 fine

20 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Paul Cook, Manager, Wigan Athletic FC

Wigan Athletic FC v Middlesbrough FC
English Football League Championship
11 February 2020

Two breaches of FA Rule E3 –

i. It is alleged that in or around the tunnel area following the end of the fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

ii. It is alleged that the Participant’s language and/or behaviour in or around the Match Officials’ dressing room amounts to improper conduct.  

Charges admitted – paper hearing requested. 

RESULT
1 match touchline ban 
£4000 fine

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE  
Kai Fisher, Player, Barnstaple Town FC

Barnstaple Town FC v Basingstoke Town FC 
Southern League – Division One South 
11 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, his language towards the Match Officials was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

RESULT
2 match suspension
£100 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Tom Loizou, Manager, Haringey Borough FC 

Haringey Borough FC v Potters Bar Town FC 
Isthmian League – Premier Division 
18 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 42nd minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour was improper and/or threatening.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

RESULT
1 match touchline ban
£250 fine

19 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION 
Michael Richens, Player, Kettering Town FC

AFC Totton v Cinderford Town FC 
Southern League – Division One Couth 
16 November 2019

Breach of FA Rule E10 - it is alleged that the Participant failed to comply with an automatic suspension.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

RESULT
1 match suspension
£350 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION 
Nuneaton Borough, Southern League - Central 

Nuneaton Borough FC v Redditch United FC
Southern League - Central 
12 October 2019

Breach of FA Rule E12 - it is alleged that the Club failed to do all things necessary to ensure that a Player associated with the Club complied with an automatic suspension.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

RESULT
£200 fine

18 February 2020

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE  
Thomas Boxer, Player, St Neots Town FC 

Yaxley FC v St Neots Town 
Southern League – Division One Central 
4 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, in the tunnel area following the Participant’s dismissal, his language towards the Match Officials was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.  

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

RESULT
2 match suspension
£150 fine

Claim of Excessive Punishment

Lucy Staniforth, Birmingham City Women FC
Sunderland AFC Ladies v Birmingham City Women FC
The Women’s FA Cup
16th February 2020

Offensive, insulting or abusive language.

RESULT
EX: Dismissed
2 match suspension remains in place

17 February 2020

INCIDENTS OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Marc Roberts, Player, Birmingham City FC 

Breach of FA Rule E8 - in respect of 94 bets placed on football matches between 29 January 2011 and 21 December 2014.

Charge admitted – Personal Hearing requested. 

Result
£2000 Fine 

14 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Mark Stimson, Manager, Hornchurch FC

Cray Wanderers FC v Hornchurch FC 
Isthmian League – Premier Division 
15 January 2020

Two breaches of FA Rule E3: 

                1. It is alleged that following the final whistle of the fixture, on the field of play, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.
                2. It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials changing rooms, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour amounts to improper conduct.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

RESULT
2 match touchline ban
£150 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Timi Olomofe, Coach, Hornchurch FC

Cray Wanderers FC v Hornchurch FC 
Isthmian League – Premier Division 
15 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.  

Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine / 1 match touchline ban) contested.

RESULT
Standard Penalty 1 not disproportionately harsh
1 match touchline ban
£75 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Tony Gay, Coach, Hornchurch FC

Cray Wanderers FC v Hornchurch FC 
Isthmian League – Premier Division 
15 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.  

Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine / 1 match touchline ban) contested.

RESULT
Standard Penalty 1 not disproportionately harsh
1 match touchline ban
£150 fine

Claim of Wrongful Dismissal

Rosella Ayane, Tottenham Hotspur Women FC
Tottenham Hotspur Women FC v Everton Women FC
The FA Women’s Super League
12th February 2020

RESULT
WD: Dismissed
EX: Dismissed
3 match suspension remains in place

11 February 2020

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Hertford Town FC, Isthmian League – South Central

Barking FC v Hertford Town FC 
Isthmian League – South Central 
28 December 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - it is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Hertford Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE   
Barry Fitzharris, Player, Coleshill Town FC 

Coleshill Town FC v Alesbury United FC 
Southern League – Division One Central 
25 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, his language towards a Match Official was improper and/or threatening.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Sevenoaks Town FC, Isthmian League – South East 

Ashford United FC v Sevenoaks Town FC 
Isthmian League – South East 
18 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, Sevenoaks Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Stalybridge Celtic FC, Northern Premier League – Premier Division 

Hyde United FC v Stalybridge Celtic FC 
Northern Premier League – Premier Division 
26 December 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - it is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Stalybridge Celtic FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials and/or supporters conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
John McCombe, Player, Hyde United FC 

Hyde United FC v Stalybridge Celtic FC 
Northern Premier League – Premier Division 
26 December 2019

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, the Participant’s behaviour was improper and/or violent.  

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.

7 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Spencer Knight, Manager, Wingate & Finchley FC 

Carshalton Athletic FC v Wingate & Finchley FC 
Isthmian League – Premier Division 
18 January 2020

Two breaches of FA Rule E3 – 

1. It is alleged that in or around the 48th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.
2. It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials changing rooms, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

The Participant has until 17 February 2020 to respond. 

6 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
Victor Orta, Director of Football, Leeds United FC

Leeds United FC v Millwall FC 
English Football League Championship 
28 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that the Participant’s language and/or behaviour at half time in or around the tunnel area amounts to improper conduct.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

Result
1 Match Stadium Ban 
£2000 Fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
James Mooney, Head of Media & Communications, Leeds United FC 

Leeds United FC v Millwall FC 
English Football League Championship 
28 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that the Participant’s behaviour at half time in or around the tunnel area amounts to improper conduct.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

Result
1 Match Stadium Ban
£700 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Graham Drury, Manager, Stamford AFC 

Frickley Athletic FC v Stamford AFC
Northern Premier League – South East
18 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 48th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s behaviour was improper and/or violent.

The Participant has until 14th February 2020 to respond. 

5 February 2020

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Hyde United FC, Northern Premier League – Premier Division 

Hyde United FC v Stalybridge Celtic FC 
Northern Premier League – Premier Division 
26 December 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - it is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Hyde United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials and/or supporters conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Barking FC, Isthmian League – South Central

Barking FC v Hertford Town FC 
Isthmian League – South Central 
28 December 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - it is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Barking FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge admitted – Standard Penalty contested (£200). 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE   
Michael Alexis, Player, North Leigh FC

North Leigh FC v Thame United 
Southern League – Division One Central 
4 January 2020

Breach of FA Rule E3 - it is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, his language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELAITON TO BETTING 
Gareth Bull, Chairman, Sherwood Colliery FC 

Breach of FA Rule E8 - in respect of 6 bets placed on football between 20 October 2016 and 01 November 2019

Charge admitted – Personal Hearing requested. 

4 February 2020

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2 / DESIGNATED CATEGORY 3)
AFC Wimbledon U18s, Youth Alliance South East Conference

Luton Town FC U18s v AFC Wimbledon U18s 
Youth Alliance South East Conference 
9 November 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that at the end of the fixture, AFC Wimbledon failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrain from provocative behaviour and/or violent conduct.

Charge Admitted, paper hearing requested.

RESULT
£750 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2 / DESIGNATED CATEGORY 3)
Luton Town FC U18s, Youth Alliance South East Conference

Luton Town FC U18s v AFC Wimbledon U18s 
Youth Alliance South East Conference 
9 November 2019

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that at the end of the fixture, Luton Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrain from provocative behaviour and/or violent conduct.

Charge Admitted, personal hearing requested.

RESULT
£1,500 fine

1 February 2020

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)  
Aden Baldwin, Player, Bristol City FC

Millwall FC Reserves v Bristol City FC Reserves 
Monday 21st October 2019

Breach of FA Rule E3(2) - It is alleged that the language used was abusive and/or insulting, contrary to 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to race and/or colour and/or nationality.

Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested. 

Result 
Not Proven

By FA Staff