Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for October 2022

Tuesday 01 Nov 2022
FA charges - 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

By FA Staff