Disciplinary charges, suspensions and responses for May 2018

Friday 08 Jun 2018

Disciplinary charges, suspensions and responses for May 2018

31 May 2018

MASS CONFRONTATION 
Chester FC U19s
Chester FC U19 v Boreham Wood U19
National League U19 Alliance League Cup
11 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 8 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (Schedule b) – NON STANDARD CASE
Jody Brown, Manager, Heybridge Swifts FC
Heybridge Swifts FC v Soham Town Rangers FC
Isthmian League Division 1 North
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, Mr Brown’s behaviour amounted to improper conduct and/or he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

The participant has until 8 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Brendan Cavalier, Player, Brentwood Town FC
Bury Town FC v Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League Division One North
14 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Cavalier’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 8 June 2018 to respond.

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Scarborough Athletic FC
Colwyn Bay FC v Scarborough Athletic FC
Northern Premier League Division One North
17 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 32nd minute of the fixture, Scarborough Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 8 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B ) – STANDARD CASE
Jonathan Macken, Manager, Radcliffe Borough FC
Scarborough Athletic FC v Radcliffe Borough FC
Northern Premier League Division One North
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture, Mr Macken used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline suspension, £100 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Alan Barrett, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1 (b) – It is alleged that Mr Barrett entered into a representation contract with a minor without ‘additional authorisation’ to work with minors, contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II of the FA Regulations on Working with Intermediaries 

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B ) – STANDARD CASE
Gary Ede, Physiotherapist, Moneyfields FC
Bedford Town FC v Moneyfields FC
Southern League Division One East
24 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Ede’s language and/or behaviour during the second half of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

‘nil response’ – Paper hearing to be convened

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Tom Duke, Coach, Dorking Wanderers FC
Needham Market FC v Dorking Wanderers FC
Isthimian League Premier
7 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, Mr Duke used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £150 fine)

30 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Ian Lovegrove, Assistant Manager, Didcot Town FC
Salisbury FC v Didcot Town FC
Southern League West
21 April 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3 
It is alleged that on the field of play after the fixture, Mr Lovegrove used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
It is alleged that in the bar after the fixture Mr Lovegrove use abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Lee Bradbury, Manager, Havant & Waterlooville FC
Whitehawk FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
2 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Mr Bradbury’s language was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Referee.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £200 fine)

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD
Rory Coleman, Player, Stocksbridge Park Steels FC
Bedsworth United FC v Stocksbridge Park Steels FC
Northern Premier League Division One South
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Coleman’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal after the end of the fixture was improper and/or threatening.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Bromley FC U15s

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Bromley FC failed to comply with an automatic suspension in that Paris Jackson participated in the following fixtures:
South Dartmoor FC U15s v Bromley FC U15s, 10 March 2018
Bromley FC U15s v Aldershot APC U15s, 16 March 2018
Bromley FC U15s v Kings Lynn U15s, 7 April 2018
Bromley FC U15s v Bridgewater FC U15s, 14 April 2018
St Neots Town FC U15s v Bromley FC U15s, 21 April 2018

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Graham Meakin, Kitman, Beaconsfield Town FC
Beaconsfield Town FC v Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Division One East
21 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture Mr Meaking used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

The participant has until 7 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Matty Hughes, Player, Chorley FC
Leamington FC v Chorley FC
National League North
18 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following Mr Hughes’ dismissal in or around the 90th minute he used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee. 

The participant has until 7 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Connor Hunte, Player, Kingstonian FC
Thurrock FC v Kingstonian FC
Isthmian League Premier
21 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Hunte’s behaviour in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, constitutes violent conduct sufficiently serious to warrant an additional sanction.

The participant has until 7 June 2018 to respond.

25 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Bromley FC U16
Bromley FC U16 v Our Lady Youth U16
U16 A – South East London & Kent Youth League
25 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 30th minute of the fixture, Bromley FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Our Lady Youth U16
Bromley FC U16 v Our Lady Youth U16
U16 A – South East London & Kent Youth League
25 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 30th minute of the fixture, Our Lady Youth FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Mick McGuire, Intermediary 

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Mr McGuire entered into a Representation Contract with Connor Smith without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries. 
This charge is aggravated fur to the absence of the player’s parent/guardian countersignature of the ‘Representation Contract’, contrary to FA Intermediary Regulation B9.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Mick McGuire, Intermediary 

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Mr McGuire entered into a Representation Contract with Cain Thomas without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries. 
This charge is aggravated due to the absence of the player’s parent/guardian countersignature of the ‘Representation Contract’, contrary to FA Intermediary Regulation B9.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Tom Duke, Coach, Dorking Wanderers FC
Needham Market FC v Dorking Wanderers FC
Isthimian League Premier
7 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, Mr Duke used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

The participant has until 5 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Malcolm Porter, Manager, South Park FC
South Park FC v Molesey FC
Isthmian League – Division 1 South
21 April 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3 
It is alleged that in or around the 27th minute of the fixture, Mr Porters’ language was abusive and/or improper
It is alleged that following Mr Porter’s dismissal from the technical area he used abusive and/or insulting words and/or threatening behaviour towards a Match Official

The participant has until 5 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Ian Lovegrove, Assistant Manager, Didcot Town FC
Salisbury FC v Didcot Town FC
Southern League West
21 April 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3 
It is alleged that on the field of play after the fixture, Mr Lovegrove used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
It is alleged that in the bar after the fixture Mr Lovegrove use abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official

The participant has until 5 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OURSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Stephen Hutchings, Player, Moneyfields FC
Hanwell Town FC v Moneyfields FC
Southern League Division One East
7 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Hutchings’ language and/or behaviour following his dismissal during the fixture was abusive and/or improper and/or threatening.

The participant has until 5 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Martin Hunter, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1 (b) – It is alleged that Mr Hunter conducted Intermediary Activity on behalf of a player before the 1st day in January of the year of the players sixteenth birthday contrary to Regulation B8 of the FA Regulations on Working with Intermediaries 2016-2017.

The participant has until 5 June 2018 to respond.

24 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Michael Turl, Solihull Moors FC

Breach of FA Rule E1 (b) – It is alleged that Mr Turl breached Regulation 4.3 of the Owners’ and Directors’ Test (OADT) by providing a false Declaration dated 19th May 2017 that asserted he had not held a position as an Officer in a Football Club in the last 5 years.

Admitted Charge – Paper hearing requested

ORIGINAL RESULT: 
Fined £1,000

APPEAL RESULT: 
Appeal dismissed.
Original decision remains in place i.e. Michael Turl is fined £1,000. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Lee Bradbury, Manager, Havant & Waterlooville FC
Whitehawk FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
2 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Mr Bradbury’s language was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Referee.

The participant has until 4 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Marc White, Manager, Dorking Wanderers FC
Dulwich Hamlet FC v Dorking Wanderers FC
Isthmian League Premier
12 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – it is alleged that Mr White’s behaviour in or around the 60th minute of the fixture constitutes improper conduct.

The participant has until 4 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Owen Irish, Player, Tiverton Town FC
Hitchin Town FC v Tiverton Town FC
Southern League Premier
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Irish’s behaviour in or around the 9th minute of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

The participant has until 4 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Sean Parrish, Assistant Manager, AFC Telford United
AFC Telford United v Spennymoor Town FC
National League North
5 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Parrish’s behaviour in or around the 94th minute of the fixture constitutes improper conduct.

The participant has until 4 June 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ian Leigh, Physio, Truro City FC
Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Truro City FC
National League South – Play Offs
2 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 110th minute of the fixture, Mr Leigh used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline suspension, £200 fine)

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Poole Town FC
East Thurrock United FC v Poole Town FC
National League
20 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Poole Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour. 

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Tom Killick, Manager, Poole Town FC
East Thurrock United FC v Poole Town FC
National League
20 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Killick’s language and/or behaviour after the end of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Hythe Town FC
Leatherhead FC v Hythe Town FC
FA Trophy
28 October 2017

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Hythe Town FC failed to comply with an automatic suspension in that Mr. Ryan Johnson participated in the above fixture. 

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Ryan Johnson, Player, Hythe Town FC
Leatherhead FC v Hythe Town FC
FA Trophy
28 October 2017

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Mr. Johnson failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the above fixture. 

‘nil response’ – Paper hearing to be convened

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Gosport Borough FC

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Gosport Borough FC failed to comply with FA Rules C1(g)(vii) and C1(g)(x) (p107 FA Handbook 2017-18), in that Harvey Read played for Gosport Borough FC in six fixtures, without his temporary transfer being submitted to, and authorised by The Football Association.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

22 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Alan Barrett, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1 (b) – It is alleged that Mr Barrett entered into a representation contract with a minor without ‘additional authorisation’ to work with minors, contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II of the FA Regulations on Working with Intermediaries 

The participant has until 31 May 2018 to respond

18 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
David Manasseh, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Manasseh entered into a Representation Contract with a minor before the 1st day in January of the year of that Players sixteenth birthday, contrary to Regulation B8 of the FA Regulations on Working with Intermediaries 2017-2018.

The participant has until 29 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Justin Agyepong, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Agyepong entered into a Representation Contract with Bismark Owusu without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II.

The participant has until 29 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ian Leigh, Physio, Truro City FC
Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Truro City FC
National League South – Play Offs
2 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 110th minute of the fixture, Mr Leigh used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

‘nil response’ – Paper hearing to be convened

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Lee Neville, Player, formerly of Trafford FC
Bamber Bridge FC v Trafford FC
Northern Premier League Division 1 North
2 January 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that during the second half of the above fixture, Mr Neville used abusive and/or insulting words towards Player, Danny Forbes, 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 included a reference to ethnic origin and/or race.
In the alternative, it is alleged that during the second half of the above fixture, Mr Neville used abusive and/or insulting words towards Player, Danny Forbes, 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 included a reference to disability.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Arsenal FC
Leicester City FC v Arsenal FC
Premier League
9 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture, Arsenal FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One not accepted – Paper hearing to be convened.
RESULT:
Circumstances not truly exceptional, SP1 applied 
Fined £20,000

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (Schedule B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Michael Jackson, Assistant Manager, Tranmere Rovers FC
National League
12 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Jackson’s language at half time of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
3 match touchline ban 
Fined £400

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Lamar Johnson, Player, Grays Athletic FC
Grays Athletic FC v Barking FC
Isthmian League Division One North
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Johnson’s behaviour at half-time of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested.
RESULT:
5 match suspension 
Fined £225

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Craig Stainton, Company Secretary, Gosport Borough FC
Bishop’s Stortford FC v Gosport Borough FC
Southern League Premier
13 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Stainton’s language and/or behaviour after the end of the fixture, was abusive and/or improper and/or threatening.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested.
RESULT:
10 week suspension from all football and football related activity 
Fined £200

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Famara Diedhiou, Player, Bristol City FC
Bristol City FC v Birmingham City FC
English Football League Championship
10 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E1 (a) – It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture, contrary to FIFA Laws of the Game – Law 12, Mr Diedhiou spat at Mr. David Davis.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested.
RESULT:
Proven 
6 match suspension 

17 May 2018

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD
Rory Coleman, Player, Stocksbridge Park Steels FC
Bedsworth United FC v Stocksbridge Park Steels FC
Northern Premier League Division One South
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Coleman’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal after the end of the fixture was improper and/or threatening.

The participant has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B ) – STANDARD CASE
Jonathan Macken, Manager, Radcliffe Borough FC
Scarborough Athletic FC v Radcliffe Borough FC
Northern Premier League Division One North
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture, Mr Macken used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee.

The participant has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B ) – STANDARD CASE
Gary Ede, Physiotherapist, Moneyfields FC
Bedford Town FC v Moneyfields FC
Southern League Division One East
24 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Ede’s language and/or behaviour during the second half of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Bromley FC U15s

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Bromley FC failed to comply with an automatic suspension in that Paris Jackson participated in the following fixtures:
South Dartmoor FC U15s v Bromley FC U15s, 10 March 2018
Bromley FC U15s v Aldershot APC U15s, 16 March 2018
Bromley FC U15s v Kings Lynn U15s, 7 April 2018
Bromley FC U15s v Bridgewater FC U15s, 14 April 2018
St Neots Town FC U15s v Bromley FC U15s, 21 April 2018

The club has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B ) –NON STANDARD CASE
Gabriel Odunaike, Corinthian Casuals FC
Corinthian Casuals FC v Cray Wanderers FC
Isthmian League Division One South
24 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Odunaike’s behaviour following his dismissal in or around the 54th minute of the fixture constitutes improper conduct.

The participant has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Corinthian Casuals FC 
Corinthian Casuals FC v Cray Wanderers FC
Isthmian League Division One South
24 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 54th minute of the fixture, Corinthian Casuals FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Cray Wanderers FC 
Corinthian Casuals FC v Cray Wanderers FC
Isthmian League Division One South
24 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 54th minute of the fixture, Cray Wanderers FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 25 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Craig Shipman, Manager, Brentwood Town FC
Brentwood Town FC v Tilbury FC
Isthmian League Division One North
27 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Shipman’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £100 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Mitchell Austin, Coach, Kettering Town FC
Slough Town FC v Kettering Town FC
Southern League – Play Offs
2 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following Mr Austin’s dismissal from the technical area he used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Official.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (1 match touchline ban, £150 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Matt O’Halloran, Coach, Lincoln City FC
York City u16 v Lincoln City FC u16
Academy Match
15 April 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that Mr O’Halloran’s language and/or behaviour following the dismissal of Mr. S. Bingham amounts to improper conduct.
It is alleged that Mr O’Halloran’s language and/or behaviour on the field of play following the end of the fixture, amounts to improper conduct.

Denied Charge – Paper hearing requested 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITIES
Fitzroy Simpson, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Simpson entered into a Representation Contract with Luke Haines without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Darren Wassall, Academy Director, Derby County FC
Leicester City FC U23s v Derby County FC U23s
Premier League 2 – Division 1
23 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Mr Wassall used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Charge Admitted – Personal hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Pat Lyons, Senior Professional Development Phase Coach, Derby County FC
Leicester City FC U23s v Derby County FC U23s
Premier League 2 – Division 1
23 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Mr Lyons’ used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Charge Admitted – Personal hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Tony Henry, Former Head of Player Recruitment at West Ham United FC

Breach of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that comments Mr Henry made via an email correspondence on 27 January 2018 and comments made during a telephone conversation on 31 January 2018 were improper and/or insulting and/or abusive.
It is alleged that this breach of Rule E3(1) is an ‘Aggravated Breach’ as defined in Rule E3(2) as the comments included reference to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race and/or nationality.

Charge Admitted – Personal hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (Schedule B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Michael Jackson, Assistant Manager, Tranmere Rovers FC
National League
12 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Jackson’s language at half time of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

15 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Craig Shipman, Manager, Brentwood Town FC
Brentwood Town FC v Tilbury FC
Isthmian League Division One North
27 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Shipman’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

‘nil response’ – Paper hearing to be convened.

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Arsenal FC
Leicester City FC v Arsenal FC
Premier League
9 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture, Arsenal FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One not accepted – Paper hearing to be convened.

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Chelsea FC
Chelsea FC v Huddersfield Town FC
Premier League
9 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that at half time of the fixture, Chelsea FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One accepted (£20,000 fine)

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY THE MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Tom Davies, Player, Coventry City FC
Coventry City FC v  Notts County FC
Football League Play Offs
12 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Davies’ behaviour in or around the 21st minute of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Automatic Penalty Accepted (3 Match Suspension)

14 May 2015

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
John Achterberg, Coach, Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC v Stoke City FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Achterberg’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Submits that Standard Penalty One is excessive – Paper hearing to be convened
RESULT:
Standard penalty would be disproportionately harsh
Fine reduced to £4,000

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Georgia Giddings, Player, Millwall Lionesses LFC
Durham Women FC v Millwall Lionesses LFC
FA WSL 2
22 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Ms Giddings’ behaviour during the above fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
3 match suspension 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Lewis Taylor, Player, Dorking Wanderers FC
Dorking Wanderers FC v Leatherhead FC
Surrey FC Senior County Cup
10 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that at the end of the fixture Mr Taylor’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Official was threatening.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
3 match suspension 
Fined £150

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Spittal Rovers FC
Spittal Rovers FC v Coundon & Leeholme 
Northern Alliance League Division 2
10 February 2018

Breach of FA Rule E1(d) 
It is alleged that Spittal Rovers FC failed to comply with Article 9 of FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (p12 FIFA RSTP), in that Michael Beveridge played for Spittal Rovers FC on 10 February 2018, without the necessary international clearance having first been obtained.
It is further alleged that Spittal Rovers FC falsified an email from The FA Player Status Team purporting to show that the player’s international clearance had been received, before international clearance had in fact been received from the Scottish Football Association.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Both charges, proven.
Fined £300

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Nicky Butt, Head of Academy, Manchester United FC
Manchester City FC U23s v Manchester United FC U23s
Premier League 2 – Division 1
13 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture Mr Butt’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Referee was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

Admit Charge – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £1,000

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Everton FC (Reserve Team)
Manchester United (Reserve Team) v Everton FC (Reserve Team)
Premier League 2 – Division 1
20 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Everton FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Manchester United FC (Reserve Team) 
Manchester United FC (Reserve Team) v Everton FC (Reserve Team)
Premier League 2 – Division 1
20 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Manchester United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Bromley FC U16
Bromley FC U16 v Our Lady Youth U16
U16 A – South East London & Kent Youth League
25 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 30th minute of the fixture, Bromley FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

The club has until 22 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Our Lady Youth U16
Bromley FC U16 v Our Lady Youth U16
U16 A – South East London & Kent Youth League
25 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 30th minute of the fixture, Our Lady Youth FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

The club has until 22 May 2018 to respond

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Jayden Anderson, Player, Bromley FC  U16
Bromley FC U16 v Our Lady Youth U16
U16 A – South East London & Kent Youth League
25 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Anderson’s conduct following his dismissal in the above fixture, amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 22 May 2018 to respond

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT 
Lloyd Davies, Coach , Bromley FC  U16
Bromley FC U16 v Our Lady Youth U16
U16 A – South East London & Kent Youth League
25 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Davies’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 30th minute of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 22 May 2018 to respond

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Mick McGuire, Intermediary 

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Mr McGuire entered into a Representation Contract with Cain Thomas without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries. 
This charge is aggravated fur to the absence of the player’s parent/guardian countersignature of the ‘Representation Contract’, contrary to FA Intermediary Regulation B9.

The participant has until 22 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (Schedule B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Michael Jackson, Assistant Manager, Tranmere Rovers FC
National League
12 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Jackson’s language at half time of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening.

The participant has until 6:00pm on 17 May 2018 to respond.

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Tranmere Rovers FC
Tranmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 107th minute of the fixture, Tranmere Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£500 fine)

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ebbsfleet United FC 
Tranmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 107th minute of the fixture, Ebbsfleet United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£500 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Aaron McLean, Coach, Ebbsfleet United FC 
Tranmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr McLean’s behaviour in or around the 107th minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£250 fine)

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Eric Nixon, Coach, Tranmere Rovers FC
Tranmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Nixon’s behaviour in or around the 107th minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£250 fine)

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY THE MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Tom Davies, Player, Coventry City FC
Coventry City FC v  Notts County FC
Football League Play Offs
12 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Davies’ behaviour in or around the 21st minute of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

The participant has until 6:00pm on 15 May 2018 to respond.

11 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Alun Armstrong, Manager, Blyth Spartans AFC
Salford City FC v Blyth Spartans AFC
National League North
27 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Armstrong’s language and/or behaviour in or around th e50th minute of the fixture was improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Officials.

Charge Admitted – Standard Penalty One Accepted (£200 fine)

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Hythe Town FC
Leatherhead FC v Hythe Town FC
FA Trophy
28 October 2017

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Hythe Town FC failed to comply with an automatic suspension in that Mr. Ryan Johnson participated in the above fixture. 

The club has until 21 May 2018 to respond.

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Arsenal FC
Leicester City FC v Arsenal FC
Premier League
9 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) - It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture, Arsenal FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 6:00pm on 16 May 2018 to respond.

10 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITIES
Fitzroy Simpson, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Simpson entered into a Representation Contract with Luke Haines without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II

The participant has until 18 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORT TO THE FA
Sam Corcoran, Player, Royston Town FC
Kettering Town FC v Royston Town FC
Southern League Premier
20 March 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that your language and/or behaviour following your dismissal in or around the 55th minute of the fixture, as described in the enclosed reports, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
It is alleged that your language and/or behaviour following your dismissal in or around the 55th minute of the fixture, as described in the enclosed reports, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Alan White, Manager, Darlington FC
Darlington FC v North Ferriby United FC
National League North
17 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr White’s behaviour in or around the 55th minute of the fixture, constitutes improper conduct. 

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Michael Pryce, Intermediary

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Mr Pryce entered into a Representation Contract with a Minor without having obtained the ‘Additional Authorisation’ to deal with Minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries.
This charge is aggravated due to the absence of the player’s parent/guardian countersignature on the ‘Representation Contract’ contrary to FA Intermediary Regulation B9.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Chelsea FC
Chelsea FC v Huddersfield Town FC
Premier League
9 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that at half time of the fixture, Chelsea FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 6:00pm on 15 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
John Achterberg, Coach, Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC v Stoke City FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Achterberg’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, amounts to improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Submits that Standard Penalty One is excessive – Paper hearing to be convened

9 May 2018

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Tooting & Mitcham United FC
Tooting & Mitcham United FC v Dorking Wanderers FC
Isthmian League Premier
10 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, Tooting & Mitcham United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £500

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA – NON STANDARD CASE
Paul Alexander, Player, Kendal Town FC
Prescot Cables FCv Kendal Town FC
Northern Premier League Division One North
10 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Alexander’s behaviour following his dismissal during the above fixture, constitutes improper conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
4 match suspension 
Fined £100

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Mick McGuire, Intermediary 

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Mr McGuire entered into a Representation Contract with Reece Devine without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries. 
This charge is aggravated fur to the absence of the player’s parent/guardian countersignature of the ‘Representation Contract’, contrary to FA Intermediary Regulation B9.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Spittal Rovers FC
Spittal Rovers FC v Coundon & Leeholme 
Northern Alliance League Division 2
10 February 2018

Breach of FA Rule E1(d) 
It is alleged that Spittal Rovers FC failed to comply with Article 9 of FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (p12 FIFA RSTP), in that Michael Beveridge played for Spittal Rovers FC on 10 February 2018, without the necessary international clearance having first been obtained.
It is further alleged that Spittal Rovers FC falsified an email from The FA Player Status Team purporting to show that the player’s international clearance had been received, before international clearance had in fact been received from the Scottish Football Association.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Lee Neville, Player, formerly of Trafford FC
Bamber Bridge FC v Trafford FC
Northern Premier League Division 1 North
2 January 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that during the second half of the above fixture, Mr Neville used abusive and/or insulting words towards Player, Danny Forbes, 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 included a reference to ethnic origin and/or race.
In the alternative, it is alleged that during the second half of the above fixture, Mr Neville used abusive and/or insulting words towards Player, Danny Forbes, 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 included a reference to disability.

The participant has until 1 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Gosport Borough FC

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) 
It is alleged that Gosport Borough FC failed to comply with FA Rules C1(g)(vii) and C1(g)(x) (p107 FA Handbook 2017-18), in that Harvey Read played for Gosport Borough FC in six fixtures, without his temporary transfer being submitted to, and authorised by The Football Association.

The Club has until 1 May 2018 to respond.

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO BETTING
Emmerson Mututala – Sambu, Player, Norwich City FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – It is alleged that Mr Mututala-Sambu  placed 258 bets on football matches between 6 November 2016 and 26 December 2017.

Admit Charge – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 year suspension from all football and football related activity 
Fined £1,000

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Dorking Wanderers FC 
Tooting & Mitcham United FC v Dorking Wanderers FC
Isthmian League Premier
10 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, Dorking Wanderers FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £500

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA – NON STANDARD CASE
Eddie Odhiambo, Player, Kidlington FC
Kiddlington FC v Bideford AFC
Southern League Division One West
16 April 2018

Three breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that following Mr Odhiambo’s dismissal in or around the 74th minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
It is alleged that Mr Odhiambo’s behaviour in or around the boardroom after the end of the match constitutes improper conduct.
It is alleged that Mr Odhiambo’s behaviour in or around the car park after the end of the match constitutes improper conduct.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Three breaches, found proven. 
6 match suspension 
Fined £250

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Tranmere Rovers FC
Transmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 107th minute of the fixture, Tranmere Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 6:00pm on 14 May 2018 to respond.

MASS CONFRONTATION (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ebbsfleet United FC 
Transmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 107th minute of the fixture, Ebbsfleet United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The club has until 6:00pm on 14 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Aaron McLean, Coach, Ebbsfleet United FC 
Transmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr McLean’s behaviour in or around the 107th minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 6:00pm on 14 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Eric Nixon, Coach, Transmere Rovers FC
Transmere Rovers FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League
5 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Nixon’s behaviour in or around the 107th minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 6:00pm on 14 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO FINANCIAL IRREGULARITIES
Chesterfield Football Club

Breach of FA Rule C1
It is alleged that Chesterfield Football Club’s actions in allowing the CFC Football Development School Ltd to pay the wages of Jake Orrell and Myles Wright between 1 July 2015 and 6 July 2016, and 1 July 2015 and 10 November 2015 respectively, whilst not fully recording the payments on the accounting records of the Club, are in contravention of Rule C1(b)(v). 

The club has until 1 May 2018 to respond.

8 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Mitchell Austin, Coach, Kettering Town FC
Slough Town FC v Kettering Town FC
Southern League – Play Offs
2 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following Mr Austin’s dismissal from the technical area he used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Official.

The participant has until 16 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Matt O’Halloran, Coach, Lincoln City FC
York City u16 v Lincoln City FC u16
Academy Match
15 April 2018

Two breaches of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that Mr O’Halloran’s language and/or behaviour following the dismissal of Mr. S. Bingham amounts to improper conduct.
It is alleged that Mr O’Halloran’s language and/or behaviour on the field of play following the end of the fixture, amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 16 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ian Leigh, Physio, Truro City FC
Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Truro City FC
National League South – Play Offs
2 May 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in or around the 110th minute of the fixture, Mr Leigh used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

The participant has until 16 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Darren Wassall, Academy Director, Derby County FC
Leicester City FC U23s v Derby County FC U23s
Premier League 2 – Division 1
23 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Mr Wassall used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

The participant has until 16 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Pat Lyons, Senior Professional Development Phase Coach, Derby County FC
Leicester City FC U23s v Derby County FC U23s
Premier League 2 – Division 1
23 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Mr Lyons’ used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

The participant has until 16 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Craig Stainton, Company Secretary, Gosport Borough FC
Bishop’s Stortford FC v Gosport Borough FC
Southern League Premier
13 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Stainton’s language and/or behaviour after the end of the fixture, was abusive and/or improper and/or threatening.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Famara Diedhiou, Player, Bristol City FC
Bristol City FC v Birmingham City FC
English Football League Championship
10 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E1 (a) – It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture, contrary to FIFA Laws of the Game – Law 12, Mr Diedhiou spat at Mr. David Davis.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MARCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Marc Albrighton, Player, Leicester City FC
Crystal Palace FC v Leicester City FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Albrighton’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Referee.

Charge admitted. Paper hearing requested. 

RESULT
2 match suspension, effective immediately; and
Fined £25,000.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ian Baird, Coach, Sutton United FC
Sutton United FC v Aldershot Town FC
National League
28 April 018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Baird’s behaviour in or around the 80th minute of the fixture constitutes improper conduct. 

Charge Admitted - Submits that Standard Penalty 1 is excessive – Paper hearing to be convened

RESULT
Claim rejected.
Standard Penalty 1 applied i.e. fined £250.

4 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Georgia Giddings, Player, Millwall Lionesses LFC
Durham Women FC v Millwall Lionesses LFC
FA WSL 2
22 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Ms Giddings’ behaviour during the above fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Lewis Taylor, Player, Dorking Wanderers FC
Dorking Wanderers FC v Leatherhead FC
Surrey FC Senior County Cup
10 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that at the end of the fixture Mr Taylor’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Official was threatening.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Lemar Johnson, Players, Grays Athletic FC
Grays Athletic FC v Barking FC
Isthmian League Division One North
31 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Johnson’s behaviour at half-time of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Tony Henry, Former Head of Player Recruitment at West Ham United FC

Breach of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that comments Mr Henry made via an email correspondence on 27 January 2018 and comments made during a telephone conversation on 31 January 2018 were improper and/or insulting and/or abusive.
It is alleged that this breach of Rule E3(1) is an ‘Aggravated Breach’ as defined in Rule E3(2) as the comments included reference to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race and/or nationality.

The participant has until 15 May 2018 to respond to the charge.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Tony Henry, Former Head of Player Recruitment at West Ham United FC

Breach of FA Rule E3
It is alleged that comments Mr Henry made via an email correspondence on 27 January 2018 and comments made during a telephone conversation on 31 January 2018 were improper and/or insulting and/or abusive.
It is alleged that this breach of Rule E3(1) is an ‘Aggravated Breach’ as defined in Rule E3(2) as the comments included reference to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race and/or nationality.

The participant has until 15 May 2018 to respond to the charge.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Marc Albrighton, Player, Leicester City FC
Crystal Palace FC v Leicester City FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Albrighton’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Referee.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

3 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Steve Brown, Assistant Manager, Margate FC
Leiston FC v Margate FC
Isthmian League Premier 
6 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Brown’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 88th minute of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Admit Charge – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 match touchline ban 
Fined £225

Failure to comply with an FA suspension
Whitehawk FC
St Albans City FC v Whitehawk FC
National League South
7 April 2018

Breach of FA RULE E10 – It is alleged that Whitehawk FC failed to comply with a touchline suspension in that Mr Larry Raji participated in the above fixture.

Charge Denied – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £750

Failure to comply with an FA suspension
Larry Raji, Assistant Manager,  Whitehawk FC
St Albans City FC v Whitehawk FC
National League South
7 April 2018

Breach of FA RULE E10 – It is alleged that Mr Raji failed to comply with a touchline suspension in that he participated in the above fixture.

‘nil response’ – Paper hearing to be convened
RESULT:
Proven 
2 match touchline ban 
Fined £300

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Craig Shipman, Manager, Brentwood Town FC
Brentwood Town FC v Tilbury FC
Isthmian League Division One North
27 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Shipman’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 14 May 2018 to respond.

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Poole Town FC
East Thurrock United FC v Poole Town FC
National League
20 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture, Poole Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour. 

The club has until 14 May 2018 to respond.

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Tom Killick, Manager, Poole Town FC
East Thurrock United FC v Poole Town FC
National League
20 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Killick’s language and/or behaviour after the end of the fixture was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

The participant has until 14 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Alan White, Manager, Darlington FC
Darlington FC v North Ferriby United FC
National League North
17 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr White’s behaviour in or around the 55th minute of the fixture, constitutes improper conduct. 

The participant has until 14 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Alun Armstrong, Manager, Blyth Spartans AFC
Salford City FC v Blyth Spartans AFC
National League North
27 March 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Armstrong’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 50th minute of the fixture was improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Officials.

The participant has until 14 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Nicky Butt, Head of Academy, Manchester United FC
Manchester City FC U23s v Manchester United FC U23s
Premier League 2 – Division 1
13 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that after the end of the fixture Mr Butt’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Referee was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.

Admit Charge – Paper hearing requested

MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Jamie Moralee, Intermediary 

Breach of FA Rule E1(b) – It is alleged that Mr Moralee entered into a Representation Contract with Isaak Davis without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Chris Hussey, Player, Swindon Town FC
Newport County AFC v Swindon Town FC
English Football League Two
14 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Hussey’s behaviour following the end of the fixture amounts to improper and/or violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
5 match suspension 
Fined £4,000

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION FO MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Ryan Upward, Player, Maidenhead United FC
Leyton Orient FC v Maidenhead United FC
National League
24 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Upward’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal in or around the 90th minute of the fixture was abusive and/or improper and/or insulting.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 matches 
Fined £500

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL; and/or MASS CONFRONTATION - SCHEDULE B – NON STANDARD CASE
Maidenhead United FC
Leyton Orient FC v Maidenhead United FC
National League
24 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 67th minute of the fixture, Maidenhead United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £750

2 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Chris Hussey, Player, Swindon Town FC
Newport County AFC v Swindon Town FC
English Football League Two
14 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Hussey’s behaviour following the end of the fixture amounts to improper and/or violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Personal Hearing requested
RESULT:
5 match suspension 
Fined £4,000

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION FO MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Ryan Upward, Player, Maidenhead United FC
Leyton Orient FC v Maidenhead United FC
National League
24 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Upward’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal in or around the 90th minute of the fixture was abusive and/or improper and/or insulting.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
2 matches 
Fined £500

SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL; and/or MASS CONFRONTATION - SCHEDULE B – NON STANDARD CASE
Maidenhead United FC
Leyton Orient FC v Maidenhead United FC
National League
24 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E20(a) – It is alleged that in or around the 67th minute of the fixture, Maidenhead United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested
RESULT:
Fined £750

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO INTERMEDIARIES
Samuel Okoronkwo

12 Breaches of FA Rule E1(b)
It is alleged tht Mr Okoronkwo entered into Representation Contracts with eleven players without having obtained ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries
It is alleged that Mr Okoronkwo breached Regulation 8 by directly or indirectly, making an approach to and/or enter into an agreement with a minor, in relation to Intermediary Activities before the 1st day in January of the year of the minor’s sixteenth birthday.

The participant has until 10 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY THE MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Islam Slimani, Player, Newcastle United FC
Newcastle United FC v West Bromwich Albion FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Slimani’s behaviour, in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Participant submits that Automatic Penalty is excessive, Paper hearing to be convened.

RESULT:
Circumstances not truly exceptional 
3 match suspension applies.

1 May 2018

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
Ian Baird, Coach, Sutton United FC
Sutton United FC v Aldershot Town FC
National League
28 April 018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Baird’s behaviour in or around the 80th minute of the fixture constitutes improper conduct. 

The participant has until 6:00pm on 4 May 2018 to respond.

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY THE MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Islam Slimani, Player, Newcastle United FC
Newcastle United FC v West Bromwich Albion FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Slimani’s behaviour, in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, constitutes violent conduct.

Charge Admitted – Participant submits that Automatic Penalty is excessive, Paper hearing to be convened.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION FO MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Ryan Upward, Player, Maidenhead United FC
Leyton Orient FC v Maidenhead United FC
National League
24 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Upward’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal in or around the 90th minute of the fixture was abusive and/or improper and/or insulting.

Charge Admitted – Paper hearing requested

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (SCHEDULE B) – STANDARD CASE
John Achterberg, Coach, Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC v Stoke City FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Achterberg’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, amounts to improper conduct.

The participant has until 4 May 2018 to respond. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MARCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FA (SCHEDULE B) – NON STANDARD CASE
Marc Albrighton, Player, Leicester City FC
Crystal Palace FC v Leicester City FC
Premier League
28 April 2018

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that Mr Albrighton’s language and/or behaviour following his dismissal was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Referee.

The participant has until 6:00pm on 4 May 2018 to respond.

By FA Staff