27 August 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Kevin Hake, Manager, Chatham Town FC
Participating in a fixture whilst under a suspension
You are hereby charged with Misconduct for two breaches 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:
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 – Premier
17 March 2026
Plea: Admit/Personal
DECISION:
· 2 Match (touchline) suspension
· Warning to future conduct
26 August 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD
Mr. Dominic Di Paola, Manager, Horsham FC
Horsham FC vs Tonbridge Angels FC
National League - South
14 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 -
It is alleged that in or around the 76th minute of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official leading to your dismissal, contrary to Law 12 of the Laws of the Game.
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.
Plea: Admit/Personal
DECISION:
• 1 Match (touchline) suspension
• £100
24 August 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Gus Scott-Morriss, Oldham Athletic FC
Colchester United FC vs Oldham Athletic FC
EFL League Two
22 August 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 3 match suspension removed
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Thierry Small, Preston North End FC (Youth)
Fleetwood Town FC vs Preston North End FC
U23 Premier League Cup
18 August 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (Striking)
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 3 match suspension removed
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Henry Sinai, Herne Bay FC
Broadfields United FC vs Herne Bay FC
FA Cup
18 August 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
Layton Watts, Stockton Town FC
Gainsborough Trinity FC vs Stockton Town FC
Northern Premier League – Premier
18 August 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (Stamping)
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive - Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kidderminster Harriers FC
Kidderminster Harriers FC vs Aldershot Town FC
National league – Premier
22 August 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/around the 39th minute of the fixture, Kidderminster Harriers FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.
Kidderminster Harriers FC has until 6pm on 27 August 2026 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aldershot Town FC
Kidderminster Harriers FC vs Aldershot Town FC
National league – Premier
22 August 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/around the 39th minute of the fixture, Aldershot Town FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.
Aldershot Town FC has until 6pm on 27 August 2026 to provide a response.
20 August 2026
SUCCESSFUL DECEPTION OF A MATCH OFFICIAL
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 1) – STANDARD CASE
Aune Hegebo, West Bromwich Albion FC
Norwich City FC v West Bromwich Albion FC
EFL Championship
15 August 2026
Charge
You are hereby charged with Misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3 in respect of the above fixture.
It is alleged that you acted in an improper manner in or around the 75th minute whereby you did successfully deceive a Match Official by handling the ball in a direct and successful attempt to score a goal, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Mr Heggebo denied the Charge and sought for the matter to be put before a Regulatory Commission.
DECISION:
• Charge Proven
• 2 match suspension imposed.
19 August 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Alan Stoner, Club Official, Littlehampton Town FC
Binfield FC vs Littlehampton Town FC
Isthmian League – South Central
21 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
It is alleged that at the conclusion of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
It is further alleged that in/around the tunnel area at full time of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
PLEA – Admit/paper
DECISION:
- 2 Match suspension (Ground Ban)
- £50 fine
ALLEGATION OF MISCONDUCT - NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Steven Orchard, Coach, Tiverton Town FC
Uxbridge FC v Tiverton Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
7 February 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner, leading to your dismissal.
It is alleged following your dismissal, you acted in an improper manner in that you remained in an area where you could directly view the remainder of the match.
PLEA – Admit/paper
DECISION:
• 2 Match suspension (Extended Touchline Ban)
• £100 fine
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Shamar Andrew Moore, Player, Marlow FC
Marlow FC v Ware FC
Southern League Division One Central
24 February 2026
Breach of FA Rules E3.1-
It is alleged that following your dismissal, in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official and/or your behaviour was improper.
It is alleged that following your dismissal, you acted in an improper manner in that you failed to leave the field directly after being informed that you were being dismissed.
PLEA – Admit/paper
DECISION:
• 2 Match suspension
• £150 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Dominic Perkins
Sporting Khalsa FC v Clitheroe FC
Northern Premier League – West Division
4 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1- It is alleged that in/or around the 68th minute of the fixture your conduct amounts to violent conduct.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision (Proven):
• 8 match suspension
• £250 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Ruben Soares, Dover Athletic FC
Dorking Wanderers FC v Dover Athletic FC
National League South
10 February 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
1. It is alleged that upon completion of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or threatening words and/or behaviour towards a spectator.
2. It is further alleged that you acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct towards another spectator.
Plea: Nil Response
Decision (Proven):
• 3 match suspension
• £500 fine
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Nicholas Oyekunle, Player, Southampton FC
Stoke City U21 v Southampton FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
12 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
1. It is alleged that following your dismissal in/or 78th minute of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner in failing to leave the field of play.
2. It is further alleged that you acted in an improper manner when leaving the field of play.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision (Proven):
• £2000 fine
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Malcolm Ebiowei, Crawley Town FC
Crawley Town FC vs Crewe Alexandra FC
EFL League Two
15 August 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct (VC)
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Djavan Pedro, Bury FC
Bury FC vs Warrington Rylands FC
Northern Premier League – Premier
15 August 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Upheld
• 3 match suspension removed
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Anisius Lewis, Braintree Town FC
Braintree Town FC vs Chesham United FC
National League – South
15 August 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
DECISION:
• Claim of Wrongful Dismissal – Dismissed
• Claim of Clearly Excessive – Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains in place
17 August 2026
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tottenham Hotspur FC U21
Leeds United FC U21 vs Tottenham Hotspur U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
16 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1- It is alleged upon completion of the fixture, Tottenham Hotspur FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- £7500 fine
- Warning to future conduct
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leeds United FC[ML2.1] U21
Leeds United FC U21 vs Tottenham Hotspur U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
16 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1- It is alleged upon completion of the fixture, Leeds United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- £7500 fine
- Warning to future conduct
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD
Mr. Anthony Curran, Coach, Macclesfield FC
AFC Telford United vs Macclesfield FC
National League - North
17 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that at or around the conclusion of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- £200 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Adam Lewis, Coach, Leyton Orient FC
Sutton United FC v Leyton Orient FC
Youth Alliance South East Conference
21 March 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
1. It is alleged that in or around the 35th minute of the fixture you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official, leading to your dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following your dismissal, you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
- £ 200 fine
- 1 match touchline suspension
Misconduct: Alleged breach of FA Football Agent Regulations
Mr. Bradley Hudson-Odoi
Breach of FA Rule E1.2-
Charge 1
It is alleged that you made an approach to, or represented, a Minor in relation to any Football Agent Services and/or entered into any agreement with a Minor without first obtaining additional authorisation to deal with Minors contrary to Regulations 5.3(a) and/or 5.3(c) of the FA Football Agent Regulations.
Charge 2
It is alleged that you performed Football Agent Services without first entering into a Representation Agreement contrary to Regulation 4.1 of The FA Football Agent Regulations.
Mr Hudson-Odoi denied the Charge and elected a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
• Charges 1 and 2 proven
• 6 month suspension from all activity that falls under the Football Agent Regulations, including but not limited to Football Agent Services (commencing on 24th August 2026).
• £500 fine
Misconduct: Alleged breach of FA Football Agent Regulations
Mr Matthew Gilson
Breach of FA Rule E1.2- It is alleged that contrary to Regulation 5.2 of the Agent Regulations, you entered into an agreement with a Minor (whether a Representation Agreement or an agreement other than a Representation Agreement, including but not limited to agreements relating to Other Services) before 1 September in the Academic Year in which the Minor reaches the age of 16.
Mr Gilson admitted the Charge and elected a Paper Hearing.
DECISION:
• 3 month suspension from all activity that falls under the Football Agent Regulations, including but not limited to Football Agent Services (commencing on 31st August 2026).
• £200 fine
12 August 2026
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Andrew Carroll, Dagenham & Redbridge FC
Dorking Wanderers v Dagenham & Redbridge FC
National League – South
8 August 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
Outcome:
- Claim of wrongful dismissal – dismissed
- Claim of clearly excessive – dismissed
- 3 match suspension remains
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
William Aimson, Salford City
Salford City v Shrewsbury Town FC
EFL League 2
8 August 2026
S2 – Violent Conduct
Outcome:
- Claim of wrongful dismissal – upheld
- Claim of clearly excessive – cancelled
- 3 match suspension cancelled
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL AND CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Daniel Koita, Taunton Town FC
Hanworth Villa v Taunton Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
8 August 2026
S1 – Serious Foul Play
Outcome:
- Claim of wrongful dismissal – dismissed
- Claim of clearly excessive – dismissed
- 3 match suspension remains
CLAIM OF WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Harry Brooks, Sevenoaks Town FC
Hassocks v Sevenoaks Town FC
Isthmian League Division One South East
8 August 2026
S4 – Denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball
Outcome:
- Claim of wrongful dismissal – upheld
- 1 match suspension cancelled
7 August 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr Liam Whipps, Statistician, Witham Town FC
Witham Town FC vs Wroxham FC
Isthmian League – North
21 February 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 90+4th minute of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used violent conduct towards an opposition player, leading to your dismissal.
2. It is further alleged that following your dismissal, you acted in an improper manner.
Plea: Admit/Personal
DECISION:
• 3-match suspension (touchline)
• £150 Fine
INCIDENT OF MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Beaconsfield Town FC
Beaconsfield Town FC vs Leighton Town FC
Southern League Division One Central
17 January 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Beaconsfield Town FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Plea: Admit/Personal
DECISION:
• £200 Fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leighton Town FC
Beaconsfield Town FC vs Leighton Town FC
Southern League Division One Central
17 January 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1- It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Leighton Town FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
PLEA: Admit/paper
DECISION:
• £450 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Kieran Amos, Team Official, Takeley FC
Heybridge Swifts FC vs Takeley FC
Isthmian League – North
07 March 2026
It is alleged that in/or around the 87th minute of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner, leading to your dismissal.
PLEA: Admit/does not accept the Standard Penalty 1
DECISION:
• £100 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Rhys Evans, Manager, Sporting Khalsa FC
Sporting Khalsa FC vs Lower Breck FC
Northern Premier League – West Division
07 March 2026
Charge
1. It is alleged that at the conclusion of the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official leading to your dismissal.
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.
PLEA: Admit/paper
• DECISION:
• 3-match suspension (touchline)
• £150 fine
6 August 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Andy Smith, Coach, Folkestone Invicta FC
Whitehawk FC vs Folkestone Invicta FC
Isthmian league – Premier Division
11 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1-
1. It is alleged that during the second half of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the Match Official, leading to your dismissal.
2. It is further alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, around the changing room area, you acted in an improper manner.
Mr. Andy Smith has until 6pm on 14 August 2026 to provide a response.
ALLEGATION OF DISCRIMINATION
Mr Brett Longden, Player, Hitchin Town FC
Maccabi London Lions FC (MLLFC) v Hitchin Town FC
Southern League – Division One Central
6 December 2025
Breach of FA Rule E3.1- It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Maccabi London Lions FC player, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is 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 ethnic origin, and/or race, and/or religion or belief.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Suspension: 8-match playing suspension.
• Fine: £100.
• Education: a mandatory face-to-face education programme
• A warning as to future conduct.
5 August 2026
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Southampton FC
Southampton FC U21 vs Leeds United FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
20 March 2026
Charge
It is alleged upon completion of the fixture, Southampton FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Admit/Paper
Decision:
- £4000 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leeds United FC
Southampton FC U21 vs Leeds United FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
20 March 2026
Charge
It is alleged upon completion of the fixture, Leeds United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Admit/Paper
Decision:
- £8000 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Scott Gardner, Coach, Leeds United FC
Southampton FC U21 v Leeds United FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
20 March 2026
Charge
It is alleged that upon completion of the above fixture, you acted in an improper and/or confrontational manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the Match Official.
Deny/Paper
Decision:
- Charge proven
- 2 match touchline suspension (excluding friendly)
- £600 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Crystal Palace FC
Crystal Palace FC U18 v West Ham United FC U18
U18 Premier League - South
28 February 2026
Breach of FA Rule E20.1- It is alleged that in/or around the 84th minute of the above fixture Crystal Palace FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Deny/Paper
Decision:
- Charge proven
- £4500 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ashley Kersey, Player, Stotfold FC
London Lions FC vs Stotfold FC
Southern League Division One Central
21 March 2026
Charge
It is alleged that in or around 78th minute of the fixture, you acted in an improper and/or violent manner.
Deny/Paper
Decision:
- Charge not proven
ALLEGATION OF MISCONDUCT - NON STANDARD CASE
Mr Bradley Wilson, Player, Chertsey Town FC
Gosport Borough FC v Chertsey Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
07 February 2026
Breach of FA Rules E3.1 - It is alleged that you acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words or behaviour contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Suspension: 2-match suspension.
• Fine: £150 fine.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Daniel Welch, Social Media Manager, Berkhamsted FC
Farnham Town FC v Berkhamsted FC
Southern League Play Offs
29 April 2026
Breach of FA Rule E3.1- It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Suspension: 3-match ground/stadium suspension.
• Fine: £250.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Philip Brown, Coach, Marlow FC
Flackwell Heath FC v Marlow FC
Southern League – Division One Central
30 April 2026
Breach of FA Rules E1 and E3-
1. It is alleged that in or around the 59th minute of the fixture, you deliberately left your technical area and/or entered the field of play to show dissent towards and/or confront and/or remonstrate with a Match Official, contrary to FA Rule E1.1.
2. It is alleged that you acted in an improper manner at the completion of the fixture by re-entering the field of play, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Suspension: 3-match touchline suspension.
• Fine: £150
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mr. Mark Bartley, Manager, Marlow FC
Flackwell Heath FC v Marlow FC
Southern League – Division One Central
30 April 2026
Breach of FA Rules E1 and E3-
1. It is alleged that in or around the 59th minute of the fixture, you deliberately left your technical area and/or entered the field of play to show dissent towards and/or confront and/or remonstrate with a Match Official, contrary to FA Rule E1.1.
2. It is alleged that you acted in an improper manner at the completion of the fixture by re-entering the field of play, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Suspension: 3-match touchline suspension.
• Fine: £150
4 August 2026
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT / BETTING
Mr Kai Nugent, Participant, Workington AFC
Breach of FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 140 bets placed on football matches between 8 March 2023 to 30 December 2025. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.
Plea: Admit/Paper
Decision:
• Charge Proven
• Fine: £500.
BREACH OF FA RULES BETTING
Mr Martin Sherif, Player, Everton FC
Breach of FA Rule E8-
You are hereby charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 61 bets placed on football matches between 20th November 2024 to 12th February 2026.
It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).
Mr Martin Sherif has until 6pm on 17 August 2026 to provide a response.
