Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for April 2024

Tuesday 07 May 2024
FA charges - April 2024

30 April 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Thimothee Lo-Tutala – Doncaster Rovers FC

Gillingham FC v Doncaster Rovers FC
EFL League Two
27 April 2024

S4 – Denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball

RESULT
Upheld
1 match suspension withdrawn

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Shepherd Murombedzi – Brackley Town FC

Brackley Town FC v Chorley FC
National League – North - Playoffs
28 April 2024
S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
Upheld
3 match suspension withdrawn

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH A SUSPENSION
George Elwell, Player, Solihull Moors FC

Solihull Moors FC U18 v Coventry Sphinx FC U18
Midland Floodlit Youth League
12 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that he failed to comply with a suspension by participating in the above fixture. 

Mr Elwell has until 6pm on 3 May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH A SUSPENSION
Solihull Moors FC

Solihull Moors FC U18 v Coventry Sphinx FC U18
Midland Floodlit Youth League
12 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that the Club failed to do all things necessary to ensure that a Player, Mr George Elwell, complied with a penalty or order imposed pursuant to the Rules and regulations of The Association, in that he participated in the above fixture when suspended. 

The Club has until 6pm on 3 May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Gary O’Neil, Manager, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC vs West Ham United FC
Premier League
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in/or around the Match Officials changing room, his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or threatening.

Mr O’Neil admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Result 
1 Match Touchline Ban 
£8000 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Paul Barnes, Manager, Corinthian-Casuals FC

Corinthian-Casuals FC v Leatherhead FC
Isthmian League South Central
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official leading to his dismissal.

Mr Barnes has until 6pm on 10 May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Kevin Wilson, Manager, Banbury United FC

Banbury United FC v Hereford FC 
National League North FC 
3 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner leading to his dismissal.

Mr Wilson has until 6pm on 10 May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jimmy Dean, Manager, Scunthorpe United FC

Spennymoor Town FC v Scunthorpe United FC
National League North
26 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner towards the match officials leading to his dismissal.

Mr Dean has until 6pm on 10 May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON - Standard Case 
John Eustace – Manager 

Blackburn Rovers FC v Coventry FC 
EFL Championship 
27 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 

It is alleged that in/or around the 50th minute of the fixture John Eustace acted in an improper manner.

John Eustace has until 6:00pm on 3 May 2024 to provide a response. 

29 April 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Daniel Burns – Pontefract Collieries

Newton Aycliffe v Pontefract Collieries
Northern Premier League Division One East
27 April 2024
S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
Dismissed
5 match suspension remains 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - DISCRIMINATION
Mitchell Duggan, Player, Warrington Town FC 

South Shields FC v Warrington Town FC
National League - North
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and used insulting and/or abusive words towards a spectator, 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to gender and/or disability.

Mr Duggan denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing

RESULT
Charge Proven
8 match suspension
Education Programme
£100 fine

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Callum Woodward, Player, Coventry Sphinx FC 

Coleshill Town FC v Coventry Sphinx FFC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division 
27 January 2024

Charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3.1 in respect of the above fixture.

It is alleged that following your dismissal in the first half of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner during the half time interval and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Woodward admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing

RESULT
1 match suspension
£100 fine

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS 
Mr. Moses Yoak, Longridge Town FC (Formerly Bootle FC) 

Prescot Cables FC v Bootle FC 
Northern Premier League West Division 
1 January 2024

Charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3.1 in respect of the above fixture.
It is alleged that during the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, his behaviour constitutes violent conduct. 

Mr Yoak has indicated in the email correspondence he admits the Charge. We however have not received a reply form.

RESULT
3 match suspension

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE 
Scunthorpe FC 

Scunthorpe United FC vs Chester FC 
National League North 
2 March 2024

Charged with misconduct of FA Rule E20.1 in respect of the above fixture.

It is alleged that in or around the 74th minute of the fixture, Scunthorpe United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative. 

Scunthorpe United admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
£700 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE 
Chester FC 

Scunthorpe United FC vs Chester FC 
National League North 
2 March 2024 

Charged with misconduct of FA Rule E20.1 in respect of the above fixture.

It is alleged that in or around the 74th minute of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative. 

Chester FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing

RESULT
£1,400 fine 

25 April 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE 
Milos Kerkez – AFC Bournemouth 

Wolverhampton Wanderers v AFC Bournemouth 
Premier League 
24 April 2024 
S1 – Serious Foul Play 

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO 
Mia Ross – Charlton Athletic FC Women 

Sunderland AFC Ladies v Charlton Athletic FC Women 
The FA Women’s Championship 
21 April 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that your behaviour in or around the 87th minute constitutes violent conduct. 

Ms Ross admits the Charge but submits the automatic penalty is clearly excessive. 

RESULT
Dismissed
Automatic Penalty remains

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

AFC Wimbledon vs Salford City FC
EFL League Two
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that 25 minutes after the completion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials changing rooms, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that 30 minutes after the completion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials changing rooms, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Robinson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
3 Match Touchline Ban 
£3000 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Danny Wilkins, Player, Clitheroe FC

Clitheroe FC vs Witton Albion FC
Northern Premier League West Division
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, he used threatening words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Wilkins admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£220 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Gary Flinn, Manager, Leighton Town FC

Leighton Town FC v Thame United FC
Southern League – Division One Central
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 69th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive behaviour towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Flinn admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
1 Match Touchline Ban 
£100 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Stanley, Kit Manager, Stalybridge Celtic FC

City of Liverpool FC v Stalybridge Celtic FC
Northern Premier League West Division
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting language towards spectators.

Mr Stanley admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£100 fine 

24 April 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chris John, Assistant Manager, Leeds United AFC

Leeds United AFC vs Blackburn Rovers FC
EFL Championship
13 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged in/or around the 90+7th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper.

Result
1 match touchline ban 
£2,000 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Matt Uggla, Co-Chair, York City FC

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

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and/or violent.

Mr Uggla denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result
Proven
3 match ground ban
£250 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Scott Rogers, Assistant Manager, Weston Super Mare AFC

Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Weston Super Mare AFC
National League South
23 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, he used insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Rogers has not provided a response.

Result
proven
2 match touchline ban 
£300 fine

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Ryan Cooney – Crewe Alexandra FC

Crewe Alexandra FC v Wrexham FC
EFL League Two
20 April 2024
S4 – Denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball

RESULT
Upheld
2 match suspension withdrawn

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
John Joseph O’Toole – AFC Wimbledon

Tranmere Rovers FC v AFC Wimbledon
EFL League Two
20 April 2024
S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Deirdre Bradley – Durham Women FC

Reading FC Women v Durham Women FC
Women’s Championship
21 April 2024
S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Andrew Norfolk – Bridlington Town FC

Bridlington Town FC v Ossett United FC
Northern Premier League Division One East
20 April 2024
S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Upheld
3 match suspension withdrawn

23 April 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – Standard Case 
Ben Strevens – Manager 

Dagenham & Redbridge FC vs Aldershot Town FC
The National League
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that, in or around the 49th and 71st minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Ben Strevens has until 6:00pm on 26 April 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Stoke City FC

Stoke City FC v Plymouth Argyle FC
EFL Championship
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. - It is alleged that in or around the 35th minute of the fixture, Stoke City FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club has until 6:00pm on 26 April 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Plymouth Argyle FC

Stoke City FC v Plymouth Argyle FC
EFL Championship
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. - It is alleged that in or around the 35th minute of the fixture, Plymouth Argyle FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club has until 6:00pm on 26 April 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Sutton United FC

Sutton United FC vs Crawley Town FC
EFL League 2
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Sutton United 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 has until 6:00pm on 26 April 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Crawley Town FC

Sutton United FC vs Crawley Town FC
EFL League 2
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Crawley Town 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 has until 6:00pm on 26 April 2024 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bristol Manor Farm FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Bristol Manor Farm FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
£500 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lee Lashenko, Manager, Bristol Manor Farm FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent conduct.

Mr Lashenko denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Proven 
4 Match Touchline ban 
£250 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Malvern Town FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Malvern Town 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.

Result 
£350 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stephen Cleal, Manager, Malvern Town FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent conduct.

Mr Cleal admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
3 Match touchline ban 
£150 fine 

19 April 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chelmsford City FC

Chelmsford City FC vs Aveley FC
National League South
2 March 2024

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

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jackie Matthews, Kit Manager, Hayes & Yeading United FC

Hayes & Yeading United FC v AFC Totton
Southern League – Premier Division South
17 February 2024

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

Ms. Matthews admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Michael Spillane, Assistant Manager, Chelmsford City FC

Chelmsford City FC v Yeovil Town FC
National League South
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Chris Martin, Player, Bristol Rovers FC

Bristol Rovers FC vs Cambridge United FC
EFL League One
16 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 41st minute of the fixture constituted violent conduct.

Mr Martin admits the Charge and accepts the Automatic Penalty (4 match ban).

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Jay Williams – Crawley Town

Crawley Town v Barrow AFC
EFL League Two
16 April 2024
C1 – Unsporting behaviour

RESULT:
Upheld 
3 match suspension withdrawn
Caution transferred to Jeremy Kelly

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Nathan Harness - Gateshead FC 

Gateshead FC v Aldershot Town
National League - Premier
17 April 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:
Dismissed
1 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jonathon Margetts – Kings Lynn Town FC 

Kings Lynn Town FC v Peterborough Sports FC
National League - North
13 April 2024
S1 – Serious Foul Play
RESULT:
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Joseph Hall – Paulton Rovers FC

Paulton Rovers FC v Larkhall Athletic FC
Southern League Division One South
13 April 2024
S1 – Serious Foul Play
RESULT:
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Mason Winter – Bristol Manor Farm 

Westbury United v Bristol Manor Farm
Southern League Division One South
13 April 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:
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Sami Nabbad – Cheshunt FC 

Billericay Town v Cheshunt FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
13 April 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:
Dismissed
1 match suspension remains

18 April 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stoke City FC U17s

Stoke City FC U17 v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC U17
U17 Premier League Cup
27 February 2024

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

Stoke City FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£1750 fine  

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC U17s

Stoke City FC U17 v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC U17
U17 Premier League Cup
27 February 2024

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

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£2000 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION - NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Bournemouth U18s

Ipswich Town U18 v AFC Bournemouth U18
U18 Professional Development League South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 75th minute of the fixture AFC Bournemouth 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 
£6500 fine  

MASS CONFRONTATION - NON-STANDARD CASE
Ipswich Town FC U18s

Ipswich Town U18 v AFC Bournemouth U18
U18 Professional Development League South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 75th minute of the fixture Ipswich 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 elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£1250 fine 

Participating in a fixture whilst under a suspension 
Redacted, Player, Mansfield Town FC U18s

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

Grimsby Town FC U18 v Mansfield Town FC U18
EFL Youth Alliance
9 March 2024

Redacted admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Must serve out original suspension
Additional 1 match suspension 

Failing to ensure that a Player associated with the Club complied with a suspension
Mansfield Town FC U18s

Breach of FA Rule E12: It is alleged that they failed to do all things necessary to ensure that a Player, Redacted, complied with a penalty or order imposed pursuant to the Rules and regulations of The Association, in that he participated in the following fixture when suspended.

Grimsby Town FC U18 v Mansfield Town FC U18
EFL Youth Alliance
9 March 2024

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£1000 fine 

17 April 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Diego De Girolamo, Player, Buxton FC

Scarborough Athletic FC v Buxton FC
National League - North
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his language towards the referee was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper 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 gender.

Mr De Girolamo has until 6pm on 25th April 2024 to provide a response.

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 admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Warning 
£200 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Avro FC

Avro FC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League West
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 59th minute of the fixture, Avro FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Warning 
£500 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Runcorn Linnets FC

Avro FC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League West
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 59th minute of the fixture, Runcorn Linnets FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Warning 
£500 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Clyde Ondo, Player, Egham Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 560 bets placed on football matches between 16 August 2020 and 15 December 2022. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Ondo has until 6pm on 25th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Charles Ondo, Player, Huddersfield Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 560 bets placed on football matches between 16 August 2020 and 15 December 2022. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Ondo has until 6pm on 25th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Nick Amos, Assistant Manager, Boldmere St Michaels FC

Walsall Wood FC v Boldmere St Michaels FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
19 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 5th and 27th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Amos has until 6pm on 24th April 2024 to provide a response.

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

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 2 bets placed on football matches on 07 January 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Maguire has until 6pm on 25th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tristan Thomas, Player, Wingate & Finchley FC

Wingate & Finchley FC vs Chatham Town FC
Isthmian League Premier
6 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following postponement of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and used threatening and/or abusive and/or insulting words and behaviour towards a Match Official(s).

Mr Thomas denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aveley FC

Chelmsford City FC vs Aveley FC
National League South
2 March 2024

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

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Jamie Richards, Player, Tiverton Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 228 bets placed on football matches between 17 October 2015 to 19 January 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.

Mr Richards admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Radcliffe FC

Ilkeston Town FC vs Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged during the half time interval of the fixture, Radcliffe FC 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.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Yates, Coach, Sheffield FC

Cleethorpes Town FC v Sheffield FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 47th minute his behaviour was improper and/or violent.

Mr Yates admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ilkeston Town FC

Ilkeston Town FC vs Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged during the half time interval of the fixture, Ilkeston Town FC 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.

16 April 2024

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Sekou Mara, Player, Southampton FC

Southampton FC vs Watford FC
EFL Championship
13 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture constituted violent conduct.

Mr Mara admits the Charge and accepts the Automatic Penalty (3 match ban). 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nathan Jones, Player, Thatcham Town FC 

Guernsey FC vs Thatcham Town FC
Isthmian League South Central
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the fixture, in/or around the clubhouse, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the Match Official(s).

Mr Jones has not provided a response

RESULT
Proven
2 match ban
£150.00 fine

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE 
Callum Willmoth, Player, Thatcham Town FC 

Guernsey FC vs Thatcham Town FC 
Isthmian League South Central 
20 February 2024 

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

Mr Willmoth has not provided a response. 

RESULT
Charge 1 Proven
Charge 2 Proven
3 match ban
£350.00 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE 
Francois Mahop, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Hampton & Richmond Borough FC 

Welling United FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC 
National League South 
30 January 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct. 

Mr Mahop admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
2 match touchline ban
£175.00 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE 
Hampton & Richmond Borough FC 

Welling United FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC 
National League South 
30 January 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 65th minute of the fixture, Hampton & Richmond Borough 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.  

RESULT
£500 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE 
Welling United FC

Welling United FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC 
National League South 
30 January 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 65th minute of the fixture, Welling United 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.  

RESULT
£500 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE 
James Jepson, Manager, Basford United FC 

Worksop Town FC vs Basford United FC 
Northern Premier League 
26 December 2023 

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal. 

Mr Jepson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
2 match extended touchline ban
£250 fine 

15 April 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Samson Tovide – Colchester United FC

Crawley Town v Colchester United FC
EFL League Two
13 April 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
Dismissed
4 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Sefton Appleton – Clitheroe FC 

1874 Northwich FC v Clitheroe FC
Northern Premier League Division One West
13 April 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jon Stead, Assistant Manager, Barnsley FC 

Charlton Athletic FC vs Barnsley FC
League One
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute 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.
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 Stead admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
2 match touchline ban
£500 fine
12 April 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Marc Abbott, Coach, AFC Sudbury

AFC Sudbury v Mickleover FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
3 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90+6th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Abbott has until 6pm on 22nd April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mams Mirza, Physio, Margate FC

Margate FC vs Horsham FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
2 March 2024

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

Mr Mirza has until 6pm on 22nd April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mark Molesley, Manager, Weymouth FC (formerly Hayes & Yeading United FC)

Hayes & Yeading United FC v AFC Totton
Southern League – Premier Division South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1) It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official, by entering the field of play at full time to remonstrate with the Match Officials.
2) It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, around the tunnel area, he acted in an improper manner towards the
Match Officials.
3) It is alleged that around 30 minutes after the completion of the fixture, in the match officials changing room, he acted in an
improper manner towards the Match Officials.

Mr Molesley admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Maidenhead United FC

Maidenhead United FC vs Barnet FC
The National League
6 April 2024

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

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Pete Fairchild, Club Accountant, Heybridge Swifts FC

Heybridge Swifts FC vs Enfield FC
Isthmian League North
6 January 2024

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

Mr Fairchild denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT:
Proven
Warning as to future conduct
2 match ground ban/£150 fine

10 April 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Evan Marlow, Physio, Aveley FC

Chelmsford City FC vs Aveley FC
National League South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words to a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Scott Adey-Linforth, Coach, Stourbridge FC

Stourbridge FC v Redditch United FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during half time of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Dan Nolan, Manager, North Leigh FC

North Leigh FC v Kempston Rovers FC
Southern League Division One Central
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion 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 Nolan admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - BETTING
Sandro Tonali, Player, Newcastle United FC

Breach of FA Rule £8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 50 bets placed on football matches between 12 August 2023 and 12 October 2023 (both dates inclusive). It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.1.

Mr Tonali admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
Two-month suspension from all football and football-related activity (suspended until the end of the 2024/25 season)
£20,000 fine
Warning

 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Dodd, Player, Guernsey FC

Metropolitan Police FC vs Guernsey FC
Isthmian League South Central
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule £3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.

Mr Dodd admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Tom Harrison – Truro City FC

Truro City FC v Hemel Hempstead Town
National League - South
04 April 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Aidan Elliott-Wheeler – Hemel Hempstead Town

Truro City FC v Hemel Hempstead Town
National League - South
04 April 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
Dismissed
5 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Keelan Fallows – Coventry Sphinx

Coventry Sphinx v Walsall Wood
Northern Premier League Division One Midlands
06 April 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
Vincent Kompany, Manager, Burnley FC

Chelsea FC vs Burnley FC
The Premier League
30 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 40th minute of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting towards a match official and/or questioned the integrity of a match official.

Mr Kompany admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing. 

Result 
£10,000 fine
2 match touchline ban. 
1 match to be served immediately. 
1 match suspended until 31 December 2024

9 April 2024

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chester FC

Hereford FC vs Chester FC
National League North
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 72nd minute of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Declan Weeks, Player Chester FC

Hereford FC vs Chester FC
National League North
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, following the incident for which he was dismissed, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.

Mr Weeks admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jamie Milligan, Manager, Bamber Bridge FC

Bamber Bridge FC v Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official which resulted in his dismissal.

Mr Milligan admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Danny Robinson, Manager, Hungerford Town FC

Hendon FC vs Hungerford Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 39th minute of the fixture your behaviour was improper, leading to your dismissal.

Mr Robinson admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Adam Hinshelwood, Manager, York City FC (formerly Worthing FC)

Weymouth FC vs Worthing FC
National League South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 69th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Lee Attenborough, Head Coach, Belper Town FC

Newton Aycliffe FC v Belper Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the 86th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Attenborough denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alfie Hadfield, Player, Broadbridge Heath FC

Broadbridge Heath v Lancing
Isthmian League South-East
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 18th minute of the fixture, your behaviour was improper.

Mr Hadfield denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Chris Appleton, Head of Goalkeeping, Witton Albion FC

Witton Albion FC v Prescot Cables FC
Northern Premier League West Division
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute 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 Appleton admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Neil Reynolds, Manager, FC United of Manchester

Ashton United FC vs FC United of Manchester
Northern Premier League
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Reynolds admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Ryan Catterick, Player, Bishop Auckland FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 49 bets placed on football matches between 3 January 2020 to 16 January 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Catterick admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andrew Danylyszyn, Head Coach, Basford United FC

Basford United FC vs Hyde United FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
10 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 77th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Danylyszyn denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sholing FC

Salisbury FC v Sholing FC
Southern League Premier Division South
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 44th minute of the fixture, Sholing FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

8 April 2024

INCIDENT ON OR AROUND THE FIELD OF PLAY – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kerstin Casparij, Player, Manchester City Women FC (FA WSL)

Manchester City Women FC vs Manchester United Women FC
The Barclays Women’s Super League
23 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that your conduct in or around the 37th minute of the fixture, contrary to FIFA Laws of the Game – Law 12, was offensive, insulting or abusive action(s).

Ms. Casparij admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
1 match suspension
A fine of £1,634.61

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mark Cooper, Manager, Yeovil Town FC 

Yeovil Town FC v Hemel Hempstead Town FC
National League South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the match officials changing room area, he used abusive and/or insulting language in confronting a Match Official.

Mr Cooper admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing

RESULT
SP1 remains
1 match touchline ban
£200 fine

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Danny Lloyd, Player, Southport FC 

Southport FC vs Hereford FC
National League North
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or he used abusive and/or insulting language towards an opposition player.

Mr Lloyd admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
1 match suspension
£200 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Tom Killick, Manager, Dorchester Town FC 

Dorchester Town FC v Merthyr Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that at half time of the fixture he acted in an improper manner by entering the field of play to confront a Match Official.

Mr Killick admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
SP1 remains
1 match touchline ban
£150 fine

5 April 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Tommy Widdrington, Manager, Aldershot Town FC

Maidenhead United FC vs Aldershot Town FC
The National League
29 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that, in or around the 89th minute and following the completion 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 Widdrington admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£250 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
West Bromwich Albion FC

West Bromwich Albion FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
The FA Cup
28 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 - It is alleged that West Bromwich Albion FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative contrary to FA Rules E21.1 and/or refrain from throwing missiles or other potentially harmful or dangerous objects at or on to the pitch contrary to FA Rules E21.2.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Samuel Avery, Player, Weston Super Mare AFC

Weston Super Mare AFC vs Weymouth FC
National League South
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the field of play and/or you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Avery has not provided a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Simon Dye, Goalkeeping Coach, Gresley Rovers FC

Gresley Rovers FC v Walsall Wood FC
Northern Premier League Midlands
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he used abusive and/or indecent and/or insulting and/or improper words, 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.

Mr Dye admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mike Cook, Manager, Gloucester City FC

Chippenham Town FC vs Gloucester City FC
FA Trophy
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 93rd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.

Mr Cook admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban
£200 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aveley FC

Braintree Town FC v Aveley FC
National League South
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 98th minute of the fixture, Aveley FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

Aveley FC admit and elect a Paper Hearing

Result
£450 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Braintree Town FC

Braintree Town FC v Aveley FC
National League South
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 98th minute of the fixture, Braintree Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

Braintree Town FC admit and elect a Paper Hearing

Result 
£650 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ian Nicholls, Assistant Manager, East Grinstead Town FC

Burgess Hill Town FC vs East Grinstead Town FC (“the Match”)
Isthmian League South-East
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 57th minute of the Match he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, he used abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
3. It is alleged that, following the conclusion of the Match, in or around the changing rooms area, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Nicholls admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Extended touchline ban 
£200 fine 

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, your language was insulting and/or abusive towards a Match Official.

Mr Watters denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
2 Match Touchline ban 
£225 fine 

4 April 2024

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.

RESULT
Not proven

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.

RESULT
Proven
8-week suspension from All Football and Football-Related Activity

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Kairo Mitchell – Rochdale AFC

Rochdale AFC v Hartlepool United FC
National League - Premier
01 April 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Upheld
3 match suspension withdrawn

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jack Hopwood – Kidlington FC

Kings Langley FC v Kidlington FC
Southern League Division One Central
30 March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
George Taggart – Lancing 

Horndean v Lancing
Isthmian League Division One South East
01 April 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Daniel Howick – Lancing 

Horndean v Lancing
Isthmian League Division One South East
01 April 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
Dismissed
3 match suspension remains

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Jacob Lara, Player, Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC

Workington AFC v Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
10 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a Workington AFC player, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an "Aggravated Breach", as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.

Mr. Lara has until 6pm on 12th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Matthew Bates, Assistant Manager, Whitby Town FC

Whitby Town FC v Gainsborough Trinity FC
Northern Premier League
9 March 2024

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, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Bates has until 6pm on 12th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andy Smith, Coach, Eastbourne Borough FC

Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Eastbourne Borough FC
National League South
5 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that, following completion 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 Smith admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Kelvin Davis, Manager, Eastleigh FC

Woking FC vs Eastleigh FC
The National League
29 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 73rd minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.

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

3 April 2024

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Runcorn Linnets

Leek Town FC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League West Division
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, Runcorn Linnets FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 11th April 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scott Harris, Manager, Walton & Hersham FC

Walton & Hersham FC v Hanwell Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that, in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner by returning to the field of play when he had earlier been dismissed.
3. It is alleged that, following completion of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Harris has until 6pm on 11th April 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Cameron Morris, Player, Shrewsbury FC U18s

Morecambe FC U18 vs Shrewsbury Town FC U18
Youth Alliance North-West Conference
10 February 2024

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

Mr Morris admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC U15 Kent

Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC U15 Kent v Bromley FC U15 KYL
U15 North – Kent Youth League
4 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 86th minute of the fixture Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club have not provided a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Shrewsbury Town FC U17s

Mansfield Town FC U17 vs Shrewsbury Town FC U17
EFL U17 Floodlit Cup
6 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90+5th minute of the fixture Shrewsbury Town FC failed to ensure that its players 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.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ahmet Rifat, Manager, Wingate & Finchley FC

Wingate & Finchley FC v Bognor Regis Town FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner during the halftime interval, in/or around the changing room area, and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Rifat admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
David Birmingham, Coach, Bognor Regis Town FC

Bognor Regis Town FC v Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged upon completion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official, by entering the field of play at full time to confront the Match Official.

Mr Birmingham admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Robert Blake, Manager, Bognor Regis Town FC

Bognor Regis Town FC v Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 93rd minute of the fixture you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words to a Match Official.

Mr Blake admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Weston Super Mare AFC

Havant & Waterlooville FC vs Weston Super Mare AFC 
National League South 
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Weston Super Mare AFC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Neil Kitching, Manager, Boldmere St Michaels FC

Boldmere St Michaels FC vs Harborough Town FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Officials, leading to his dismissal.

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

2 April 2024

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.

RESULT
Charge 1 found proven in part (not proven that he acted in an improper manner during the fixture).
Charge 2 found proven.
£100 fine
2 match touchline ban (1 match suspended until the conclusion of the 2024/25 season).

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.

Result
Not Proven

By FA Staff