30 April 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Dion Molyneux, Malvern Town FC
Malvern Town FC vs Bishops Cleeve
Southern League – Play Offs
29 April 2026
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
Outcome:
Appeal Dismissed
1 Match suspension remains
29 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Ms. Tanya Oxtoby, Manager, Newcastle United Women FC
Bristol City Women FC vs Newcastle United Women FC
FA Women’s Championship
26 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/around 99th minute of the above fixture, you deliberately left the technical area to show dissent towards, or remonstrate with, a match official contrary to Law 12 of the Laws of the Game.
Outcome:
- Accepted Standard Penalty
- 1 match touchline ban
- £250 fine
28 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Mr. Sergej Jakirovic, Manager, Hull City AFC
Leicester City FC v Hull City AFC
EFL Championship
21 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 53rd to 55th minute of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words, leading to your dismissal.
Penalty:
• A 1 match suspension
• A Fine of £ 2000
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Ian Holloway, Manager, Swindon Town FC
Colchester United FC vs Swindon Town FC
League Two
10 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 and E3.1 -
1. It is alleged that in/around the 82nd minute of the above fixture, you used offensive, insulting or abusive language leading to your dismissal, contrary to Law 12 of the Laws of the Game.
2. It is further alleged that following your dismissal, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
Ian Holloway admitted the charges and requested a paper hearing.
RESULT:
• Suspended from the touchline for two matches.
• Fined £1,000.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Mike Fondop, Oldham Athletic FC
Newport County AFC v Oldham Athletic FC
EFL League 2
25 April 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 4 match suspension removed
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Redcar Athletic FC
Redcar Athletic FC v Dunston FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
26 December 2025
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that at full-time of the fixture, Redcar Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper.
Plea: Deny/personal
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: a £300 fine
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL AND MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dunston FC
Redcar Athletic FC v Dunston FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
26 December 2025
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 -
1. It is alleged that in or around the 56th minute of the fixture, Dunston FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.
2. It is further alleged that at full-time of the fixture, Dunston FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Charges Proven
• Fine: £400
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Jon McDonald
Redcar Athletic FC v Dunston FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
26 December 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that after full-time of the above fixture you acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Suspension: 1-match touchline suspension (from 1 July 2026).
• Fine: a £100 fine
23 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Mark Harris (formerly of The Northern Premier League)
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that on 7 April 2026, you acted in a manner which is improper and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards another Participant.
Mark Harris has until 6pm on 1 May 2026 to provide a response.
22 April 2026
INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Mr Edon Pruti, Player, Sutton United FC
Sutton United FC vs Altrincham FC
National League - Premier
18 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that your behaviour in or around the 88th minute of the fixture constituted violent conduct.
Decision:
• 4 match suspension
INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Mr Flynn Downes, Player, Southampton FC
Swansea City AFC v Southampton FC
EFL Championship
18 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that your behaviour in/or around the 23rd minute the fixture constituted violent conduct.
Decision
• 3 match suspension
21 April 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Kyle McFazdean, Chesterfield FC
Fleetwood Town FC vs Chesterfield FC
EFL League Two
18 April 2026
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
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 2 match suspension lifted
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Samuel Teale, Frome Town FC
Melksham Town FC vs Frome Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 April 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• Claim of Clearly Excessive - Cancelled
• 3 match suspension lifted
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jake Miller, Downham Town FC
Cambridge City FC vs Downham Town FC
Isthmian League Division One North
18 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 4 match suspension remains
CROWD CONTROL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Walton & Hersham FC
Walton & Hersham FC v Chippenham Town FC
FA Cup
27 September 2025
Breach of FA Rule E21. – It is alleged that Walton & Hersham FC failed to ensure that its spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) attending any Match do not behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative, contrary to FA Rule E21.1.
Plea: Deny/Paper
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: £1,000
20 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Mr. Michael Duff, Manager, Wycombe Wanderers FC
Huddersfield Town FC vs Wycombe Wanderers FC
League One
11 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 -
It is alleged that in/around the 90 + 11th minute of the above fixture, you entered the opposing technical area in an aggressive or confrontational manner contrary to Law 12 of the Laws of the Game, leading to your dismissal.
Penalty:
• A Fine of £1,000.00
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Richard Wellens, Manager, Leyton Orient FC
Leyton Orient FC v Huddersfield Town FC
EFL League 1
6 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 -
1. It is alleged that at full time of the fixture you acted in an improper manner by entering the field of play to confront a Match Official and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to your dismissal.
2. It is alleged that immediately following your dismissal, you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
3. It is alleged that you acted in an improper manner in/or around the Match Officials changing room and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision
• Charge 1 - Proven; Charge 2 - Proven; Charge 3 – Proven.
• Fine: £4,000
• Suspension: Immediate 3-match extended touchline suspension.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Samuel Barnes, Player, Altrincham FC
Woking FC v Altrincham FC
National League - Premier
31 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1 and E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval, following your dismissal in the match, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words in or around the match officials’ changing room.
Plea: Deny/Paper
Regulatory Commission Result
• Charge Proven
• Fine: a £250 fine.
• Suspension: 2-match suspension.
• The entirety of both the suspension and the fine are suspended until the conclusion of the 2026/27 season (30 June 2027).
Appeal Board Result:
• The appeal is allowed.
• A 2-match suspension. Mr Barnes is immediately suspended from all domestic club football until such time as Altrincham FC have completed two (2) First Team Competitive Matches (Category 1) in approved competitions.
• A fine of £500.
17 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Stephen Pitt, Manager, Braintree Town FC
Braintree Town FC vs Wealdstone FC
National League – Premier
07 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E10 and E3.1:
Charge 1
It is alleged that you have failed to comply with a suspension (commencing on 4 March 2026 until 14 March 2026) imposed pursuant to the Rules and regulations of The Association by participating in the above fixture, contrary to FA Rule E10.
Charge 2
It is further alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Fourth Official, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Charge 3
It is further alleged that on/around the field of play at half time, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or confrontational behaviour towards the Fourth Official, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Plea: Deny/Personal
RESULT:
• Charges 1, 2 & 3 – proven
• Suspended for six (6) matches (Extended Touchline Suspension)
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Jack Bates, Congleton Town
Witton Albion v Congleton Town
Northern Premier League Division One West
11 April 2026
S4 – Denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball
Outcome: Dismissed. 1 match suspension remains.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Alfie Young, Chesham United
Bath City v Chesham United
National League South
11 April 2026
S4 – Denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball
Outcome: Dismissed. 3 match suspension remains.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jamie Salmon, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Bowers & Pitsea v Witham Town
Isthmian League Division One North
11 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (KI - Kicking)
Outcome: Dismissed on both claims. 3 match suspension remains.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Bradley Wilson, Chertsey Town
Chertsey Town v Poole Town
Southern League Premier Division South
11 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (ST - Striking)
Outcome: Dismissed on both claims. 3 match suspension remains.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jerome Binnom-Williams, AFC Croydon Athletic
Hassocks v AFC Croydon Athletic
Isthmian League Division One South East
11 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (VC – Violent Conduct)
Outcome: Dismissed on both claims. 4 match suspension remains.
BREACH OF FA RULES – MISCONDUCT FA RULE E3 (MEDIA COMMENTS)
Keil O’Brien, Assistant Manager, Trafford FC
Bury F.C. v Trafford FC (“The Match”)
Northern Premier League – West Division
7 February 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 –
It is alleged that on 8th February 2026, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words contrary to FA Rule E3.1 in a post on X from the account “@Keyob29”, regarding a Match Official.
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 included a reference, whether express or implied, to gender.
Keil O'Brien has until 6pm on 27 April 2026 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Warrington Rylands FC
Ilkeston Town FC vs Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
18 October 2025
Breach of FA Rule E20.1. –
1. It is alleged that in or around the 81st minute of the fixture, Warrington Rylands FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Warrington Rylands FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper.
Warrington Rylands FC has until 6pm on 27 April 2026 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ilkeston Town FC
Ilkeston Town FC vs Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
18 October 2025
Breach of FA Rule E20.1. –
1. It is alleged that in or around the 81st minute of the fixture, Ilkeston Town FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Ilkeston Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper.
Ilkeston Town FC has until 6pm on 27 April 2026 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Neil Reynolds, Manager, Warrington Rylands FC
Ilkeston Town FC vs Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
18 October 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/around the 92nd minute of the fixture you acted in an improper manner.
Neil Reynolds has until 6pm on 27 April 2026 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Brennan Camp, Player, Dorking Wanderers FC
Dorking Wanderers FC vs Horsham FC
National League – South
26 December 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around 88th minute of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner.
Plea: Deny/personal
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: £900 fine
• Warning as to future conduct
15 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) POST MATCH MEDIA COMMENTS
Mr Marco Silva, Head Coach, Fulham FC
Fulham FC v West Ham United FC
Premier League
4 March 2026
Post-Match Media Comments
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that you acted in an improper manner during a media interview after the Match by making comments that imply bias on the part of a Match Official and/or question the integrity of a Match Official and/or were personally offensive towards a Match Official, contrary to FA Rule 3.1.
Regulatory Commission
Admit/paper.
REGULATORY COMMISSION RESULT:
• Fined £90,000
• Immediate 1 match Standard Touchline Suspension
Appeal Board
Hearing type: Personal
The grounds upon which Mr Silva appeals are that, in imposing the sanction set out above, the Commission:
3.1. “came to a decision to which no reasonable such body could have come; and/or”
3.2. “imposed a penalty, award, order or sanction that was excessive.”
APPEAL BOARD RESULT:
• Appeal partially upheld
• One (1) match Standard Touchline Suspension now suspended until the end of the 2026/27 season
• £90,000 fine imposed by the Regulatory Commission remains as originally ordered
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Lisandro Martínez, Manchester United FC
Manchester United FC v Leeds United FC
Premier League
13 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Cleary Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Nathan Okome, Bamber Bridge FC
Ilkeston Town v Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
11 April 2026
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
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• 1 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
James Cowan, AFC Portchester
AFC Portchester v Southall
Isthmian League Division One South Central
11 April 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 4 match suspension removed
13 April 2026
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Rochdale
Sutton United FC vs AFC Rochdale
National League Premier
28 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that at the conclusion of the fixture, Rochdale AFC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- Fine of £1000
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sutton United FC
Sutton United FC vs AFC Rochdale
National League Premier
28 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that at the conclusion of the fixture, Sutton United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- Fine of £5000
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Chris Agutter, Manager, Sutton United FC
Sutton United FC vs Rochdale AFC
National league Premier
28 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1 and E3.1 -
1. It is alleged that in breach of FA Rule E1.1, at the conclusion of the fixture, you used physical or aggressive behaviour contrary to Law 12 of the Laws of the Game for which you were dismissed.
2. It is alleged that in breach of FA Rule E3.1, following your dismissal, you acted in an improper manner towards another Participant.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- 5 Match Extended Touchline Ban
- Fine of £2300
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NONSTANDARD CASE
Vinny Murphy, Player/Manager, Walthamstow FC
Stanway Rovers FC v Walthamstow FC
Isthmian League - North
28 October 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/around 27th minute of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the Match Official.
Plea: Nil Response – Deny Paper
Decision:
- Charge Proven
- Fine of £250
- 5 Match Standard Ground Ban
10 April 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Oliver Battersby, Cleethorpes Town FC
Workington AFC v Cleethorpes Town FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
6 April 2026
S4 – Denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• 1 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
James Baillie, Nantwich Town FC
Mossley AFC v Nantwich Town FC
Northern Premier League Division One West
3 April 2026
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
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 1 match suspension removed
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Louis Rogers, Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southall FC v Hayes & Yeading United FC
Isthmian League Division One South Central
6 April 2026
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
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• 2 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jack Jenkins, Bedford Town
Bedford Town v Leamington FC
National League North
3 April 2026
S1 - Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 3 match suspension removed
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Thomas Whelan, AFC Fylde
Chorley FC v AFC Fylde
National League North
3 April 2026
S1 - Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place
9 April 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - Allegation of Discrimination
Darren Beale, Assistant Coach of Ramsgate FC
Welling United FC vs Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
Tuesday 23rd September 2025
It is alleged that during the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
It is further alleged that this breaches 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 disability.
Mr Beale denied the Charge and elected a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
• Charge Proven
• 9-match touchline suspension
• Mandatory education order
Participating in a fixture whilst under a suspension
Mr. Kevin Hake, Manager, Chatham town FC
Charge 1
Chatham Town FC vs Canvey Island FC
Isthmian League – Premier
14 March 2026
Charge 2
Canvey Island FC vs Chatham Town FC
Isthmian League –
Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that you have failed to comply with a decision made pursuant to the Rules and regulations of The Association, namely an
automatic two (2) match touchline suspension for the accumulation of six (6) cautions during the 2025/26 season, by participating in the following fixtures:
Kevin Hake has until 6pm on 17 April 2026 to provide a response.
8 April 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Connor Ogilivie, Portsmouth FC
Portsmouth FC v Oxford United FC
EFL Championship
6 April 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jay Williams, Crawley Town FC
Crawley Town FC v Grimsby Town FC
EFL League Two
6 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 3 match suspension removed
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Shaun Rooney, Fleetwood Town FC
Fleetwood Town FC v Barnet FC
EFL League Two
6 April 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Jason Alexander, Mickleover FC
AFC Rushden & Diamonds v Mickleover FC
Northern Premier League Division One Midlands
3 April 2026
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
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• 1 match suspension remains
CLAIM OF MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Jack Sloan, Trafford FC
Trafford FC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League Division One East
3 April 2026
S7 - Receives a second yellow card in the same match
DECISION:
• Claim of Mistaken Identity: Dismissed
• 2 match suspension remains
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Martin Kuhl, Coach
Southall FC vs Kingstonian FC
Isthmian League – South Central
06 December 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the above fixture, acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct towards another Participant.
Plea: Admit/Personal
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: £160 fine.
• Suspension: 5-match ground/venue suspension.
5 April 2026
INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Mr Alassana Jatta, Player, Notts County FC
Salford City FC v Notts County FC
EFL League 2
3 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that your behaviour in or around the 79th minute of the fixture constituted violent conduct.
Reply – admit charge and accept the automatic penalty (3-match suspension)
4 April 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
John McAtee, Bolton Wanderers FC
Plymouth Argyle FC v Bolton Wanderers FC
EFL League One
3 April 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
RESULT:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Danny Collinge, Barnet FC
Barnet FC v Bromley FC
EFL League Two
3 April 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (striking)
RESULT:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place.
2 April 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Sam Barnes, Altrincham FC
Woking FC v Altrincham FC
National League
Tuesday 31st March
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal - Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place.
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jake Burton, Warrington Rylands FC
Gainsborough Trinity FC v Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League – Premier
28 March 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (kicking)
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal - Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive - Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Anisius Lewis, Maldon & Tiptree FC
Witham Town FC v Maldon & Tiptree FC
Isthmian League Division One North
28 March 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Cerny Ando, Metropolitan Police FC
Moneyfields v Metropolitan Police FC
Isthmian League Division One South Central
28 March 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 4 match suspension removed
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Truro City FC
Sutton United FC vs Truro City FC
National League Premier
21 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that at the conclusion of the fixture, Truro City FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.
Non response
• Charge: Proven
• Sanction: Fined £750
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sutton United FC
Sutton United FC vs Truro City FC
National League Premier
21 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that at the conclusion of the fixture, Sutton United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.
Admit paper hearing
• Charge: Proven
• Sanction: Fined £2750
1 April 2026
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Plymouth Argyle FC
Plymouth Argyle FC v Stevenage FC
League One
17 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following completion of the above fixture, Plymouth Argyle FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.
Plymouth Argyle FC admitted the Charge and elected a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
£31,875 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stevenage FC
Plymouth Argyle FC v Stevenage FC
League One
17 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following completion of the above fixture, Stevenage FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.
Stevenage FC denied the Charge and elected a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
Charge Proven
£12,500 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON STANDARD CASE
Callum Ebanks, Player, Buxton FC
Buxton FC vs Chester FC
National League – North
08 November 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1. – It is alleged that in/or around the 92nd minute, you acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Mr Ebanks admitted the Charge and elected a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
3 match playing ban
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Thomas Killick, Manager
Dorchester Town FC v Chertsey Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
8 November 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the above fixture, your language was abusive and/or insulting towards a match official.
Mr Killick admitted the Charge but contested the Standard Penalty 1, requesting that the matter is reviewed by a Regulatory Commission at a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
Standard Penalty 1 imposed
2 match touchline ban
£200 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – Breach of FA Rules Betting E8
Ben Markall, Registered Intermediary, Pro-Vision Football
Breach of FA Rule E8 – Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b)/E1.2 (as applicable) in respect of 865 bets placed on football matches between 11 August 2015 and 28 December 2023 (both dates inclusive)
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: £500 fine.
• Suspension: 1-month suspension, suspended for a period of 12-months, up to and including 31 March 2027.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - Breach of FA Rules Betting E8
George Hornshaw, Gainsborough Trinity FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - You are hereby charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 663 bets placed on football matches between 06 November 2021 to 21 June 2025. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8
1. Bets were placed on the result and/or progress and/or conduct and/or any other aspect of a football match or competition.
2. Bets were placed on the result and/or progress and/or conduct and/or any other aspect of a football match or competition in which your club and/or you were participating.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: £200 fine.
