Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for January 2024

Monday 05 Feb 2024
FA charges - January 2024

31 January 2024 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Aris Christophorou, Player, Sutton Coldfield Town FC

Corby Town FC vs Sutton Coldfield Town FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Christophorou admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match ban).

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Sutton Coldfield Town FC

Corby Town FC vs Sutton Coldfield Town FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around 92nd minute of the fixture, Sutton Coldfield Town FC failed to ensure its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Darren Anslow, Coach, Beckenham Town FC

Beckenham Town vs Lancing
Isthmian League South East
28 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the Match Officials.

Mr Anslow admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Graham Fenton, Manager, Blyth Spartans AFC

Blyth Spartans AFC vs Tamworth FC
National League North
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 33rd minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour.

Mr Fenton admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Andy Garner, Coach, Mansfield Town FC

AFC Wimbledon vs Mansfield Town FC 
EFL League Two 
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his behaviour was improper.

Mr Garner has until 6pm on 5 February 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Brown, Director, Mansfield Town FC

AFC Wimbledon vs Mansfield Town FC 
EFL League Two 
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture, in or around the directors’ box area, his behaviour was improper.

Mr Brown has until 6pm on 5 February 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Kalambayi, Player, AFC Wimbledon 

Milton Keynes Dons FC vs AFC Wimbledon
EFL League Two
23 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 73rd minute of the fixture, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or repeatedly used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards Match Officials, namely the Referee and Fourth Official.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sam Naylor, Goalkeeper Coach, Cribbs FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent behaviour leading to his dismissal.

Mr Naylor has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tom Sills, Manager, Wimborne Town FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent behaviour leading to his dismissal.

Mr Sills has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wimborne Town FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Wimborne Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Cribbs FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Cribbs FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scott Tarr, Assistant Manager, Chertsey Town FC

Chertsey Town FC vs Raynes Park Vale FC
Isthmian League South Central
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 94th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper.

Mr Tarr has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chertsey Town FC

Chertsey Town FC vs Raynes Park Vale FC
Isthmian League South Central
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Chertsey Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Raynes Park Vale FC

Chertsey Town FC vs Raynes Park Vale FC
Isthmian League South Central
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Raynes Park Vale FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER A SUSPENSION
Louis Morrison, Player, Exmouth Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that you have failed to comply with a suspension by participating in the following fixture:

Larkhall Athletic FC v Exmouth Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Mr Morrison has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

FAILING TO ENSURE THAT A PLAYER ASSOCIATED WITH THE CLUB COMPLIED WITH A SUSPENSION
Exmouth Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that you failed to ensure that Mr Louis Morrison complied with a suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:

Larkhall Athletic FC v Exmouth Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

The Club have until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ryan Hayes, Player, Phoenix Sports FC

Phoenix Sports FC vs Beckenham Town FC
Isthmian League South East
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following your dismissal, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Hayes has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Luke Paris, Player, Uxbridge FC

Guernsey FC vs Uxbridge FC
Isthmian League South Central
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged following completion of the fixture, in Guernsey Airport, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Paris has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION (SOCIAL MEDIA)
Jake Bloom, Referee

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that between 18 and 23 October 2023 (both dates inclusive), he repeatedly acted in an improper manner and/or repeatedly used insulting and/or abusive words when posting/reposting on the social media platform X, 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 FA Rule E3.2 as it includes repeated references, whether express or implied, to nationality and/or religion or belief and/or ethnic origin and/or race.

Mr Bloom has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Lee Riddell, Assistant Manager, Bracknell Town FC

Cambridge United FC vs Bracknell Town FC
FA Cup
4 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used or insulting words towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Riddell has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Grant Black, Manager, Ossett United FC

Ossett United FC vs Hebburn Town FC
Northern Premier League East
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Black has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Hicks, Kit Manager, Yates Town FC

Wimborne Town FC vs Yate Town FC
Southern League Division One South
28 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that during the fixture he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in a manner which was improper by failing to return to the dressing room and/or continuing to watch the match.

Mr Hicks has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kevin Hill, Manager, Exmouth Town FC

Yate Town FC vs Exmouth Town FC
Southern League Division One South
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture, his language was insulting towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in a manner which was improper by failing to return to the dressing room and/or continuing to watch the match.

Mr Hill has until 6pm on 7 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - DISCRIMINATION
Mikey Dunn, Player, Pontefract Colleries FC

Ashington FC vs Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
Saturday 28th October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the above fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive and/or insulting words towards an Ashington FC player. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach”, as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race.

Mr Dunn denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Tamworth FC

Warrington Town FC vs Tamworth FC
National League North
9 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in/or around the 95th minute of the fixture, Tamworth FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lewes FC

Concord Rangers FC vs Lewes FC
Isthmian League
2 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 45th minute of the fixture, Lewes FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lewes FC

Whitehawk FC vs Lewes FC
Isthmian League
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, Lewes FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ian Johnson, Coach, Marine FC

Marine FC vs Lancaster City FC
Northern Premier League
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was insulting and/or abusive towards a Match Official.

Mr Johnson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Dartford FC

Dartford FC vs Chelmsford City FC
National League South
7 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Dartford FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

30 January 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alasan Ann, Physio, Berkhamsted FC

Berkhamsted FC vs Redditch United FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 77th minute of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Ann denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
3 Match Stadium Ban 
£150 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tony Clarke, Director, Berkhamsted FC

Berkhamsted FC vs Redditch United FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Clarke denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
3 Match Stadium Ban 
£200 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Zion Nditi, Player, Aldershot Town FC

Farnham Town Development Squad FC vs Aldershot Town FC (SUB FL)
Suburban Football League
17 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and repeatedly used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Nditi admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result  
3 Match suspension
£100 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nick Ironton, Manager, Walthamstow FC

Lowestoft Town FC vs Walthamstow FC
Isthmian League North
14 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that his behaviour during the fixture, leading to his dismissal, was improper.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
3. It is alleged, following his dismissal his behaviour in failing to return to the dressing room and/or continuing to watch the match was improper.

Mr Ironton admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£150 fine   

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Steve Kennedy, Head of Youth, Uxbridge FC

Guernsey FC vs Uxbridge FC
Isthmian League South Central
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Kennedy admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result  
2 Match Stadium Ban 
£150 fine  

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Oliver Knight, Player, Enfield Town FC

Kingstonian FC vs Enfield Town FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
18 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute, following the challenge for which he was dismissed, he acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct and/or indecent and/or abusive behaviour towards an opponent.

Mr Knight admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result  
3 Match suspension
£250 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Nigel Clough, Manager, Mansfield Town FC

AFC Wimbledon vs Mansfield Town FC
EFL League Two
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the match officials changing room area, he used improper and/or insulting words towards a Match Official and/or questioned the integrity of a Match Official.

Mr Clough has until 6:00pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response. 

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Woking FC

Oldham Athletic FC vs Woking FC
National League
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 47th minute of the fixture, Woking FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6:00pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response. 

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Oldham Athletic FC

Oldham Athletic FC vs Woking FC
National League
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 47th minute of the fixture, Oldham Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6:00pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response. 

29 January 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Richie Wellens, Manager, Leyton Orient FC

Leyton Orient FC vs Bolton Wanderers FC
EFL League One
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 81st minute, he acted in a manner which was improper leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in a manner which was improper by remaining in an area where he could directly view the remainder of the match.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Concord Rangers FC

Concord Rangers FC vs Lewes FC
Isthmian League
2 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 45th minute of the fixture, Concord Rangers FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£300 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Danny Payne, Manager, Biggleswade Town FC

AFC Dunstable vs Biggleswade Town FC
Southern League Division One Central
28 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct, which led to his dismissal.

Mr Payne admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Kidlington FC

Kidlington FC vs Waltham Abbey FC
Southern League Division One Central
4 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 33rd minute of the fixture, Kidlington FC failed to ensure its players did not behave in a way which was improper.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 38th to 40th minute of the fixture, Kidlington FC failed to ensure its player did not behave in a way which was improper.
The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine).

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Morecambe FC

Morecambe U18 v Fleetwood Town U18
FA Youth Cup
22 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in upon conclusion of the fixture Morecambe FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from provocative behaviour.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scarborough Athletic FC

Farsley Celtic FC vs Scarborough Athletic FC
National League North
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 26th minute of the fixture, Scarborough Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Josh Bowen, Head of Sports Science, Reading FC 

Reading FC vs Port Vale FC
EFL League One
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following the suspension of play, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Bowen admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
- Two (2) match standard touchline ban 
- Fined £500.00 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nathan Attafuah, Coach, West Ham United U11 

Southampton U11 vs West Ham United U11
26 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that during the fixture his behaviour was improper.

Mr Attafuah admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
- 6 match standard touchline ban effective if/when he returns to coaching football at any level
- Fined £50.00

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Daniel Davidson, Coach, Coalville Town FC 

Coalville Town FC vs Stamford AFC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
26 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that during the half time interval and following the completion of the fixture he acted in an improper and/or confrontational manner, resulting in his dismissal.

Mr Davidson denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT 
- One (1) match touchline ban 
- Fined £250.00

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hythe Town FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Hythe Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or threatening and/or provocative.

Result 
£450 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sittingbourne FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Sittingbourne FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or threatening and/or provocative.

Result 
£600 fine 

INDICENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ayman El-Moghaebel, Player, Sittingbourne FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct.

Result 
Not proven 

INDICENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kane Phillips, Player, Hythe Town FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct.

Result 
3 match suspension 
£40 fine 

INDICENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Emmanuel Osei-Owusu, Player, Sittingbourne FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used one, or a combination of, violent conduct and/or threatening words or behaviour.

Result 
6 Match suspension
£120 fine 

INDICENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Liam Smith, Player, Hythe Town FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct.

Result 
3 Match suspension 
£40 fine 

INDICENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ethan Smith, Player, Hythe Town FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used one, or a combination of violent conduct and/or threatening words or behaviour.

Result 
4 Match suspension 
£80 fine 

INDICENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Steve Watt, Manager, Hythe Town FC

Sittingbourne FC vs Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or violent and/or threatening towards an opposition participant.

Result 
3 Match Touchline Ban 
£150 fine 

26 January 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE

Lateef Owolabi – Macclesfield FC 
Macclesfield v Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
20 January 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play
Result: Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains in place

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL

Michael McGrath – Bromsgrove Sporting FC  
Redditch United FC v Bromsgrove Sporting FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
20 January 2024

S5 – Denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity to an opponent moving towards the player’s goal by an offence punishable by a free kick or a penalty
Result – Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains in place

25 January 2024

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO THE FA INVESTIGATION INTO SUPPORTER BEHAVIOUR
Walton & Hersham FC

Walton & Hersham FC v Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
12 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule F3 - It is alleged that between 14 September 2023 and 15 January 2024, both dates inclusive, the Club repeatedly failed to comply with the requirement to provide information to The Football Association, exercising its powers under FA Rule F1, relating to an investigation into crowd disorder at the fixture between Walton & Hersham FC and Hayes & Yeading United FC on 12 September 2023.

The Club have until 6pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Inigo Idiakez, Reserves Manager, Aston Villa FC

Brighton & Hove Albion FC (Reserves) vs Aston Villa FC (Reserves)
Premier League 2 – Division 1
3 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture his language and or behaviour was improper leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner following his dismissal.

Mr Idiakez has until 6pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Alan Dowson, Manager, Dartford FC

Hemel Hempstead Town FC vs Dartford FC
National League South
28 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a match official.

Mr Dowson has until 6pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sittingbourne FC

Sheppey United FC vs Sittingbourne FC
Isthmian League South East
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged upon completion of the fixture, Sittingbourne FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 2 February 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Gary Baines, Coach, Bishops Cleeve FC

Tavistock Association FC vs Bishops Cleeve FC
Southern League Division One South
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Baines admit the Charge, does not accept SP1 and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Warrington Town FC

Warrington Town FC vs Tamworth FC
National League North
9 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in/or around the 95th minute of the fixture, Warrington Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Harry Pritchard, Player, Barnet FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 150 bets placed on football matches between 23 August 2015 to 30 September 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Pritchard admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mike Cook, Manager, Gloucester City AFC

Gloucester City AFC vs Hereford FC
National League North
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 96th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Cook admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mark Turner, Chairman, Chertsey Town FC

Chertsey Town FC vs Thatcham Town FC
Isthmian League South Central
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Turner denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

23 January 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Whitehawk FC

Whitehawk FC vs Lewes FC
Isthmian League
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, Whitehawk FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 31 January 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chelmsford City FC

Dartford FC vs Chelmsford City FC
National League South
7 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Chelmsford City FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 31 January 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS (NON-STANDARD CASE)
Andy Somo, Player, Kingstonian FC

Kingstonian FC v Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3:
Charge 1 - It is alleged that in or around 34th minute and 35th minute of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent conduct and/or threatening and/or abusive words or behaviour towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
Charge 2 - It is alleged that immediately following his dismissal whilst on the field of play, he acted in an improper manner.
Charge 3 - It is alleged that during the half-time interval in the tunnel area, he acted in an improper manner and used threatening words or behaviour towards a Match Official.
Charge 4 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture in the tunnel area, he acted in an improper manner and used threatening words or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Somo denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Gavin Cowan, Manager, Brackley Town FC

Banbury United FC vs Brackley Town FC
National League North
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute he repeatedly acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words and/or behaviour towards match officials, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Cowan admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Joshua Gallagher, Manager, Raynes Park Vale FC

Thatcham Town FC vs Raynes Park Vale FC
Isthmian League South Central
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner during, and after the conclusion of the fixture, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner following his dismissal.

Mr Gallagher denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Chris Maguire, Player, Eastleigh FC

Eastleigh FC vs Boreham Wood FC
FA Cup 1st Round
Saturday 4th November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3: It is alleged that during the above fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive and/or insulting words towards Boreham Wood player, Femi Ilesanmi. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach”, as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to disability.

Mr Maguire denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Garrett Kelly, Player, Aveley FC

Aveley FC vs Barnet FC
FA Cup
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner.

Mr Kelly admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
1 Match Suspension 
£150 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leicester City FC U18s

Leicester City U18 v Brighton & Hove Albion FC U18
U18 Premier League Cup
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in upon conclusion of the fixture Leicester City FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£1250 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Brighton & Hove Albion U18s

Leicester City U18 v Brighton & Hove Albion FC U18
U18 Premier League Cup
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in upon conclusion of the fixture Brighton & Hove Albion FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£3000 fine 

22 January 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Fleetwood Town FC

Morecambe U18 v Fleetwood Town U18
FA Youth Cup
22 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in upon conclusion of the fixture Fleetwood Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from provocative behaviour.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
James Beadle, Assistant Manager, Scarborough Athletic FC

Chorley FC vs Scarborough Athletic FC
FA Challenge Trophy
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 62th minute and 86th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Beadle admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dave Diedhiou, Player, Hendon Town FC

Plymouth Parkway FC v Hendon FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
Saturday 26th August 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following your dismissal, you acted in a manner which was improper and used threatening and/or abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards and in reference to a match official.

Mr Diedhiou admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Farsley Celtic FC

Farsley Celtic FC vs Scarborough Athletic FC
National League North
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 26th minute of the fixture, Farsley Celtic FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

19 January 2024

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jordan Boon, Player, Atherton Colleries FC

Gainsborough Trinity FC vs Atherton Collieries FC
Northern Premier League
23 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Boon denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Proven 
2 Match Suspension 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alvechurch FC

Anstey Nomads FC vs Alvechurch FC
FA Trophy
7 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, Alvechurch FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in an improper and/or provocative manner.

The Club admit paper 

Result 
£650 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alejandro Machado, Player, Basildon United FC

Witham Town FC vs Basildon United FC
Isthmian League North
7 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute, shortly prior to the violent conduct for which he was dismissed, he acted in an improper manner and/or did use violent conduct.

Mr Machado admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
3 Match Suspension 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Billy Heath, Manager, Alfreton Town FC

Gloucester City FC vs Alfreton Town FC
National League North
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute of the fixture his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, his language and/or behaviour was improper.

Mr Heath admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£200 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kieran Bentley, Goalkeeper Coach, Curzon Ashton FC

Hereford FC vs Curzon Ashton FC
National League North
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that during the fixture his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Bentley admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
1 Match Touchline Ban 
£150 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Shane Dunne, Player, Hampton & Richmond Borough FC

Havant & Waterlooville FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
National League South
7 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner.

Admit Paper 

Result 
£75 fine 

18 January 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
George Smith – Maldon & Tiptree 
Maldon & Tiptree v Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League Division One North
13 January 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct 
EL – Elbowing

Result
Upheld - 3 match suspension withdrawn 

Christian Lynn – Morpeth Town FC 
Gainsborough Trinity FC v Morpeth Town FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
13 January 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

Result
Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains in place

Montrell Deslandes – Concord Rangers 
Margate FC v Concord Rangers
Isthmian League Premier Division
13 January 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct
SM – Stamping

Result 
Dismissed - 3 match suspension remains in place

Christopher Clements – Rugby Town FC 
Corby Town FC v Rugby Town FC
Northern Premier League Division One Midlands
13 January 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct
EL – Elbowing

Result
Upheld - 3 match suspension withdrawn

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Troy Deeney, Manager, Forest Green Rovers

Swindon Town FC vs Forest Green Rovers FC
EFL League Two
29 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute, his behaviour and/or language leading to his dismissal was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, his language towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

Mr Deeney admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Note: Mr Deeney denied the threatening element to his charge. To clarify, the denied element of the charge was found proven

Result 
4 Match touchline ban 
£1500 fine 

17 January 2024

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mark Haines, Player, Bishops Stortford FC

Peterborough Sports FC vs Bishop’s Stortford FC
National League North
30 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the above fixture, following his earlier dismissal in/or around the 49th minute, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Haines admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ashley Miller, Assistant Manager, Heybridge Swifts FC

Maldon & Tiptree FC vs Heybridge Swifts FC
Isthmian League North
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 71st minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner, leading to your dismissal.

Mr Miller admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Michael Clegg, Manager, Warrington Rylands FC

Bamber Bridge FC vs Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League
24 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, his conduct was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Clegg admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Tony Fawcett, Manager, Consett AFC

Brighouse Town FC vs Consett AFC
Northern Premier League East
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that, upon conclusion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner leading to his dismissal.

Mr Fawcett admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

16 January 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mark Fell, Manager, Lancaster City FC

Lancaster City FC vs Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League
28 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, his conduct was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Fell has until 6pm on 24 January 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Oliver Willis, Assistant Manager, Gorleston FC

Basildon United FC vs Gorleston FC
Isthmian League North
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the Match Officials.

Mr Willis admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Charlie O’Brien, Club Secretary, Avro FC

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – He is charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3 in respect of falsified emails which were created and/or sent by him to The Northern Premier League. It is alleged that his actions constitute improper conduct and/or bring the game into disrepute, in contravention of Rule E3(1).

Mr O’Brien denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Three Bridges FC

Herne Bay FC vs Three Bridges FC
Isthmian League South-East
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, Three Bridges FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£300 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Herne Bay FC

Herne Bay FC vs Three Bridges FC
Isthmian League South-East
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, Herne Bay FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£300 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chatham Town FC

Chatham Town FC vs Cray Valley PM
FA Challenge Trophy
28 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Chatham Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£400 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Cray Valley PM

Chatham Town FC vs Cray Valley PM
FA Challenge Trophy
28 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Cray Valley PM failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£300 fine 

15 January 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Karl Robinson, Manager, Salford City FC

Salford City FC vs Forest Green Rovers FC
EFL League Two
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that, in or around the 14th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner leading to his dismissal.

Mr Robinson admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Darren Salmon, General Manager, Sutton Common Rovers FC

South Park (Reigate) FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League Central
10 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in the 45+5th minute of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting.

Mr Salmon admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
1 Match Ground Ban 
£150 fine 

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tonbridge Angels FC

Weymouth FC vs Tonbridge Angels FC
National League South
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture, Tonbridge Angels FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

Result 
£800 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Darlington FC

Darlington FC vs Chester FC
National League North
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, Darlington FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

Result 
£650 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chester FC

Darlington FC vs Chester FC
National League North
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, Darlington FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

Result 
£700 fine 

12 January 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Callum McGrady, Groundsman, Chorley FC

Scunthorpe United FC vs Chorley FC
National League North
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the tunnel area during half time his language was abusive and/or insulting.

Mr McGrady has until 6pm on 22 January 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Christopher Watters, Manager, Royston Town FC

St Ives Town FC vs Royston Town FC
Southern League Central
23 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture, his language was insulting and/or abusive towards a Match Official.

Mr Watters denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Mark Hutton, 1st Team Secretary, Avro FC

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – He is charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3 in respect of falsified emails which were created and/or sent by him to The Northern Premier League. It is alleged that his actions constitute improper conduct and/or bring the game into disrepute, in contravention of Rule E3(1).

Mr Hutton denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - DISCRIMINATION
Aaron Dwyer, Player, Hednesford Town FC

Stalybridge Celtic FC v Hednesford Town FC
Northern Premier League Division One - West
2nd September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the match he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards Hednesford Town FC player, Desean Martin, contrary to FA 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 references, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race.

Mr Dwyer denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - DISCRIMINATION
Max Harrop, Player, Avro FC

Stalybridge Celtic FC v Hednesford Town FC
Northern Premier League
2nd September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the match he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards Hednesford Town FC player, Desean Martin, contrary to FA 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 references, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race.

Mr Harrop denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Toby Hilliard, Player, Corby Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 401 bets placed on football matches between 26 September 2015 to 27 November 2020. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Hilliard admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
3 month suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity 
1 month immediate
2 months suspended for 18 months 
£200 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Daniel Gordon, Player, Corby Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 2,435 bets placed on football matches between 28 November 2014 to 23 September 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.

Mr Gordon admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Warning 
£300 fine 

11 January 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Ben Greenhalgh – Margate FC 
Whitehawk v Margate FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
06 January 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct 
KI – Kicking

Result 
Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains in place

Dillon Addai – Erith & Belvedere FC
Horndean v Erith & Belvedere FC
Isthmian League Division One South East
06 January 2024

S5 – Denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity to an opponent moving towards the player’s goal by an offence punishable by a free kick or a penalty kick.

Result 
Upheld – 1 match suspension withdrawn

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tony McMahon, Assistant Manager, York City FC

York City FC vs Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
23 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that, upon conclusion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or threatening towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or threatening towards a Match Official.

Mr McMahon admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing

Result 
3 Match touchline ban 
£500 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Pete Wild, Manager, Barrow AFC

Barrow AFC vs Accrington Stanley FC
EFL League Two
29 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that prior to kick off, his behaviour and/or language was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following conclusion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour towards a Match Official was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of a Match Official.

Mr Wild admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 match touchline ban 
£800 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Harry Smith, Player, Sutton United FC

Gillingham FC vs Sutton United FC
EFL League Two
29 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 26th minute of the fixture, following his dismissal, his language was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Smith admits the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 match suspension
£750 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Laurence Maguire, Player, Crawley Town FC

Milton Keynes Dons FC vs Crawley Town FC
EFL League Two
29 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official (Referee).
2. It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official (Assistant Referee and/or Fourth Official).

Mr Maguire admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
1 match suspension
£600 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Morecambe FC
Morecambe FC v Harrogate Town FC
EFL League Two
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90+2nd minute of the fixture, Morecambe FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admits the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
A Fine of £1,500.00

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nigel Adkins, Manager, Tranmere Rovers FC
Tranmere Rovers FC vs Notts County FC
EFL League Two
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner in or around the 72nd minute and 85th minute, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Adkins admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
A Fine of £750.00
A one (1) match touch line ban

10 January 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Anstey Nomads FC

Anstey Nomads FC vs Alvechurch FC
FA Trophy
7 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, Anstey Nomads FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in an improper and/or provocative manner.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Jake Thompson, Player, Radcliffe FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 1,205 bets placed on football matches between 03 September 2020 to 20 September 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.

Mr Thompson admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Result 
4 month suspension from all football and football related activity. 
2 months immediate, 2 months suspended for 18 Months.
£250 fine

9 January 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Dominic Calvert-Lewin – Everton FC
Crystal Palace FC v Everton FC
FA Cup
04 January 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play 

Result
Claim Upheld – Standard Punishment Withdrawn

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dagenham & Redbridge FC

Dagenham & Redbridge FC v Wealdstone FC
National League
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 79th minute of the fixture, Dagenham & Redbridge FC failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative and/or violent.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
£800 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wealdstone FC

Dagenham & Redbridge FC v Wealdstone FC
National League
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 79th minute of the fixture, Wealdstone FC failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
£2500 fine 

Failing to ensure that a participant associated with the Club complied with an automatic suspension – NON-STANDARD CASE

Reading FC

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that you failed to ensure that Mr Ruben Selles complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:

Reading FC v Exeter City FC
League One
1 January 2024

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Warning
£2500 fine 

Participating in a fixture whilst under an automatic suspension – NON-STANDARD CASE

Ruben Selles, Manager, Reading FC

Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that he have failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the following fixture:

Reading FC v Exeter City FC
League One
1 January 2024

Mr Selles admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Must serve outstanding suspension in line with original terms 
£4200 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Harrogate Town FC

Morecambe FC v Harrogate Town FC
EFL League Two
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90+2nd minute of the fixture, Harrogate Town FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£1000 fine).

8 January 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2)
Mr Matthew Uggla – York City F.C.
York City FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
23 December 2023
Post-Match Social Media Comments

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that your social media posts constitute misconduct in that they are insulting towards Match Officials and or/question their integrity and/or bring the game in to disrepute, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.

Mr Uggla admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
£250.00 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Johnnie Jackson – Manager – AFC Wimbledon
Crawley Town FC v AFC Wimbledon
EFL League Two
22 December 2023

Two Breaches of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 44th and 45th minute, your behaviour and/or language leading to your dismissal was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.
- It is alleged that following your dismissal, your behaviour in failing to remain in the dressing/changing room and/or continuing to view the match was improper.

Mr Jackson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
2 match touchline ban
£750.00 fine

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alex Tokarczyk, Player, Kings Langley FC

Kings Langley FC vs Cambridge City FC
FA Challenge Trophy
9 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Tokarczyk denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Suspension 
£50 Fine

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Lewis Colvin, Player, Eastleigh FC

Bromley Whites FC v Eastleigh FC Blues
U19s National Alliance Division E Fixture
20 September 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.

Mr Colvin denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
3 Match Suspension 

FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Matthew Price, Player, Bowers & Pitsea FC

Stowmarket Town FC vs Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League North
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the half time interval, following his dismissed in the 37th minute of the above fixture, his behaviour was improper and/or threatening.

Mr Price admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£100 Fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tim Dudding, Manager, Tamworth FC

Tamworth FC vs Banbury United FC
National League North
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or violent and/or threatening towards a match official.

Mr Dudding admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
3 Match Ground Ban 
£250 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – POST-MATCH MEDIA COMMENTS
Kevin Hill, Manager, Exmouth Town FC

Exmouth Town FC vs Westbury United FC 
Southern League – Division 1 South 
11 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that he you did not act in the best interest of the game and acted in a manner which was improper and/or used insulting language about the match officials, contrary to Rule E3.1.

Result
£100 fine 

5 January 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION - STANDARD CASE
Bristol City FC

Bristol City FC vs Millwall FC
EFL Championship
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1: It is alleged that in or around the 90+6th minute of the fixture, Bristol City FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£5000 fine).

4 January 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Harry Lawson – Burgess Hill Town 
Burgess Hill Town v Herne Bay FC
Isthmian League Division One South East
30 December 2023

S1 – Serious Foul Play 

Result
Claim Upheld – Standard punishment withdrawn

Isaac Assenso – Farsley Celtic FC 
Farsley Celtic FC v Scunthorpe United FC
National League - North
30 December 2023

S2 – Violent Conduct (BU – Head to head)

Result
Claim Upheld – Standard punishment withdrawn

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
David Winfield – Chelmsford City 
Chelmsford City v Braintree Town FC
National League – South
01 January 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

Result
Claim Upheld – Standard punishment withdrawn

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Raphe Brown – Maidstone United FC 
Tonbridge Angels FC v Maidstone United FC
National League - South
26 December 2023

S7 – Receives a second yellow card in the same match

Result
Claim Upheld – Standard punishment transferred to Timmy Abraham

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Nick Green, Coach, Rushall Olympic FC

Rushall Olympic FC vs Blyth Spartans FC
National League North
2 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute and upon conclusion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Green admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Erbil Bozkurt, Goalkeeping Coach, Milton Keynes Dons FC

Doncaster Rovers FC vs Milton Keynes Dons FC
EFL League Two
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3: It is alleged that his behaviour in/or around the tunnel area during halftime of the fixture, which lead to his dismissal, was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

Mr Bozkurt admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£250 fine).

MASS CONFRONTATION - STANDARD CASE
Millwall FC

Bristol City FC vs Millwall FC
EFL Championship
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1: It is alleged that in or around the 90+6th minute of the fixture, Millwall FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£5000 fine).

3 January 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Tyler Morton – Hull City 
Sheffield Wednesday FC v Hull City
EFL Championship
01 January 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play 

Result
Claim Upheld – Standard Punishment withdrawn

Daniel Whitehall – Scunthorpe United FC 
Farsley Celtic FC v Scunthorpe United FC
National League - North
30 December 2023

S2 – Violent Conduct (BU – Head to head)

Result 
Claim Dismissed – 3 match suspension remains

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Alexander Monks – Frome Town FC
Frome Town FC v Melksham Town FC
Southern League Division One South
26 December 2023

S7 – Receives a second yellow card in the same match

Result 
Claim Upheld – Standard Punishment transferred to identified offender

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Paul Raynor, Assistant Manager, Stevenage FC

Portsmouth FC vs Stevenage FC
EFL League One
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3: It is alleged that his language and/or behaviour, which led to his dismissal, amounted to improper conduct.

Mr Raynor admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Bristol Rovers FC

Bristol Rovers FC vs Portsmouth FC
EFL League One
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture, Bristol Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£2500 fine).

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Portsmouth FC

Bristol Rovers FC vs Portsmouth FC
EFL League One
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture, Portsmouth FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£2500 fine).

SURROUNDING A MARCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Altrincham FC

Bromley FC vs Altrincham FC
National League
23 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Altrincham FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine).

2 January 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jon Stewart, Goalkeeping Coach, Buxton FC

Buxton FC vs Southport FC
National League North
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 97th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Stewart admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

By FA Staff