31 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – SOCIAL MEDIA COMMENTS
Delroy Preddie, Player, Hayes & Yeading United FC
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his comments constitute improper conduct in that they imply bias, and/or question the integrity of the match officials, and/or bring the game into disrepute, contrary to FA Rule 3.1
Mr Preddie has until 6pm on 8 August 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Millwall FC, EFL Championship
Wigan Athletic FC v Millwall FC (“the Match”)
EFL Championship
22 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21:
Charge 1 - It is alleged that in or around 8th minute of the fixture, Millwall FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, abusive, indecent, or insulting with either express or implied reference to religion.
Charge 2 - It is alleged that in or around 12th minute of the fixture, Millwall FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, abusive, indecent, or insulting with either express or implied reference to religion.
Charge 3 - It is alleged that in or around 45th minute of the fixture, Millwall FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, abusive, indecent, or insulting with either express or implied reference to religion.
Millwall FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Luke Elliott, Player, Westfield FC
Westfield FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League South Central
24 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - Following completion of the fixture, it is alleged his behaviour was improper and/or violent towards opposition player.
Mr Elliott denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sonny Wheller, Player, Westfield FC
Westfield FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League South Central
24 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - Following completion of the fixture, it is alleged his behaviour was improper and/or violent towards opposition player.
Mr Wheller denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Westfield FC
Westfield FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League South Central
24 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Westfield FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.
The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
27 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Frank Sinclair, Coach, Doncaster Rovers FC
Grimsby Town FC U19 vs Doncaster Rovers FC U19
Youth Alliance North-East Conference
21 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 53rd minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Sinclair denied the Charge and elected a Personal Hearing, however amended his plea to an admittance at the hearing.
RESULT
1 match touchline suspension
£250 fine
21 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Carlisle United FC, EFL League Two
Carlisle United FC vs Bradford City FC (“the Match”)
EFL League Two
26 December 2022
Breach of FA Rule E21.4 – It is alleged that Carlisle United FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, abusive, indecent, or insulting with either express or implied reference to race.
Carlisle United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
£7500 fine
Action Plan
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Stevenage FC, EFL League Two
Stevenage FC v Bradford City FC (“the Match”)
EFL League Two
11 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Stevenage FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not behave in a way which is improper, threatening or provocative; and/or encroach on to the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion, contrary to FA Rules E21.1 and E21.3.
Stevenage FC have until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
Result
£7500 fine
Action Plan
17 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Joe Keith, Assistant Manager, Hashtag United FC
Hashtag United FC vs Coggeshall Town FC
Isthmian League North
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1) It is alleged that in the 45th minute of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.
2) It is alleged that following his dismissal his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match.
Mr Keith admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
Result
2 Match Touchline Ban
£150 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Harry Hogg, Coach, Peterborough United FC U19
AFC Wimbledon U19 College A v Peterborough United FC U19
Scholarship Boys B Men's Cup
3 May 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged during the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Result
2 Match Touchline Ban
£150 fine
13 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– NON-STANDARD CASE
Coggeshall Town FC
Coggeshall Town FC v Winterton Rangers FC
Isthmian League - Play Offs Final - North
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, Coggeshall Town FC failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and do not behave in a way that is improper.
The Club have until 6pm on 20 July 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– NON-STANDARD CASE
Winterton Rangers FC
Coggeshall Town FC v Winterton Rangers FC
Isthmian League - Play Offs Final - North
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, Winterton Rangers FC failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and do not behave in a way that is improper.
The Club have until 6pm on 20 July 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Sutton Common Rovers FC
Westfield FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League South Central
24 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Sutton Common Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
The Club have until 6pm on 21 July 2023 to provide a response.
Misconduct related to The Football Association investigation into supporter behaviour
Luton Town FC
Breach of FA Rule F2 - It is alleged that the Club has not complied with requirements pursuant to FA Rule F2, by failing to provide information, written observations and video footage requested by The Football Association.
The Club have until 6pm on 21 July 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Luton Town FC
Luton Town FC vs Sunderland AFC (“the Match”)
EFL Championship
16 May 2023
Breaches of FA Rule E21:
1) Pursuant to FA Rule E21.1 it is alleged that in or around the 14th minute of the fixture, Luton Town FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conducted themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and did not behave in a way which is improper, threatening, violent and/or provocative.
2) Pursuant to FA Rule E21.3 it is alleged that following the end of the fixture, Luton Town FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) did not encroach on to the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion.
The Club have until 6pm on 21 July 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– NON-STANDARD CASE
Steve Pitt, Assistant Manager, Braintree Town FC
Braintree Town FC vs Dover Athletic FC
National League South
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture his conduct was improper and/or violent towards a Match Official.
Mr Pitt denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Adriel Jared George, U14 Coach, Oxford United FC
Bristol Rovers FC U14 vs Oxford United FC U14
2 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that during the second half of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr George denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
John Paul Cavanagh, U15s Player, Wigan Athletic FC
Wigan Athletic FC vs Everton FC (under 15s)
Chorley Stadium
U15s Floodlit up
7 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that his language towards an Everton FC player was abusive and/or indecent and/or insulting and/or improper contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of FA Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated breach” as defined in Rule E3.2, as it included a reference, whether express or implied, to race and/or colour and/or ethnic origin.
Mr Cavanagh denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
11 July 2023
INCIDENT IN OR AROUND THE FIELD OF PLAY – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leigh Bedwell, Player, Didcot Town FC
Didcot Town FC vs Ware FC
Southern League Play Offs
1 May 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his conduct following the completion of the fixture was improper.
Mr Bedwell admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Winchester City FC
Weston Super Mare AFC vs Winchester City FC
Southern League Premier Division South
4 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 84th minute of the fixture, Winchester City FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Winchester City FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£300 fine).
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ebbsfleet United FC, National League South
Braintree Town FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League South
10 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 26th minute of the fixture, in or around the field of play, Ebbsfleet United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Result
£2500 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Braintree Town FC, National League South
Braintree Town FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League South
10 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 26th minute of the fixture, in or around the field of play, Braintree Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Result
£500 fine
10 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Marlow FC, Isthmian League South Central
Marlow FC vs Hanworth Villa FC
Isthmian League South Central
26 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21 - It is alleged that Marlow FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent or provocative and/or throw missiles or other potentially harmful or dangerous objects and/or encroach on to the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion, contrary to FA Rules E21.1, E21.2 and E21.3.
The Club have until 6pm on 18 July 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Michael McGrath, Player, Bromsgrove Sporting FC
Bromsgrove Sporting FC vs Stourbridge FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
10 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that during the fixture, he used threatening and/or abusive and/or indecent and/or improper words towards a Match Official on the field of play.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the boardroom area, his conduct was improper towards a Match Official.
Mr McGrath denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Weston Super Mare FC
Weston Super Mare AFC vs Winchester City FC
Southern League Premier Division South
4 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 84th minute of the fixture, Weston Super Mare FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Weston Super Mare FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£300 fine).
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Prince Haywood, Player, Witton Albion FC
Leek Town FC vs Witton Albion FC
Northern Premier League West Division
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following his dismissal in or around the 59th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper and/or threatening.
Mr Haywood denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bernard Morley, Manager, Spennymoor Town FC, National League North
Spennymoor Town FC v Darlington FC
National League North
27 August 2022
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture whilst on the field of play and/or within the tunnel area Mr. Morley acted in an aggressive and/or improper manner and/or did use violent conduct.
Mr. Morley admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Chester FC, National League North
Chester FC vs Brackley Town FC
National League North
7 May 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21.1 – It is alleged that Chester FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, insulting or provocative.
Chester FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
5 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Milligan, Manager, Bamber Bridge FC
Liversedge FC vs Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League
28 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that at the half time interval, in or around the dressing room area, his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Milligan denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
Result
Charge 1- Not Proven
Charge 2- Proven
2 Match Touchline Ban
£225 Fine
4 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andrew Dooley, Coach, Radcliffe FC
Radcliffe FC vs Warrington Town FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
4 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Dooley has until 6pm on 11 July 2023 to provide a response.
3 July 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– NON-STANDARD CASE
Daniel Edwards, Manager, Uxbridge FC
Basingstoke Town FC vs Uxbridge FC
Isthmian League South Central
18 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1) It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words and/or behaviour towards a match official.
2) It is alleged that following his dismissal he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words and/or behaviour towards a match official.
Mr Edwards has until 6pm on 11 July 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Henry Croft
Breach of FA Rule E1.2 - It is alleged that contrary to The FA’s Working with Intermediaries Regulations G2 a. and G2 b. he failed to ensure that Declan Blackwood (one of his employees, contractors or agents, who is not registered as an Intermediary) was prohibited from carrying out any Intermediary Activity and/or making an approach to a Player.
Mr Croft admits and denies the Charges, electing a Personal Hearing.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nivaldo Rodrigues Ferreira, Player, Bootle FC
Mossley AFC vs Bootle FC
Northern Premier League West Division
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. Following his dismissal in or around the 89th minute of the fixture it is alleged his behaviour was improper and/or violent towards opposition player.
2. Following his dismissal in or around the 89th minute of the fixture it is alleged his behaviour was improper and/or violent towards a Match Official.
Mr Rodrigues Ferreira admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Crellin, Manager, Three Bridges FC
Sittingbourne FC vs Three Bridges FC
Isthmian League South-East
11 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1) It is alleged that in the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.
2) It is alleged that following his dismissal his behaviour was improper.
Mr Crellin denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Craig Edwards, Manager, Cheshunt FC
Ebbsfleet United FC vs Cheshunt FC
National League South
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper and/or violent.
Mr Edwards denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
David Whitby, Chairman, Stamford AFC
Stamford AFC vs Spalding FC
Northern Premier League – Midlands Division
10 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the club secretary’s office, following the pitch inspection, his language and/or behaviour was improper towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that in or around the car park area, following the pitch inspection, he acted in an improper manner and used threatening and/or abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
Mr Whitby admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Cheshunt FC, National League South
Ebbsfleet United FC vs Cheshunt FC
National League South
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Cheshunt FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Cheshunt FC deny the Charge and elect a Personal Hearing.
Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for July 2023
Friday 04 Aug 2023