26 February 2021
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Calvin Ekpiteta, Player, Merstham FC
Lewes FC v Merstham FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
20 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour towards a match official was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Roman Michael-Percil, Player, Haringey Borough FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 200 bets placed on football matches between 11 September 2015 and 14 March 2020.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
George Legg, Player, Thatcham Town FC
Thatcham Town FC v Bristol Manor Farm
Southern League Division One South
3 November 2020
Multiple breaches of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal in or around the 44th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards a match official was abusive and/or improper.
2. It is alleged that during the half time interval, the Participant’s language towards a match official was abusive and/or improper.
3. It is alleged that in or around the beginning of the second half, the Participant’s language towards a match official was abusive and/or threatening.
Charges admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Charlee Adams, Player, Dagenham & Redbridge FC
Dagenham & Redbridge FC vs Ebbsfleet United FC
Saturday 19th December 2020
FA Trophy
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in the 24th minute of the above fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting language 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 the language included a reference to (express or implied) colour and/or race and/or ethnicity.
Abusive and insulting aspect admitted – aggravated aspect denied.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Craig King, Player, Dartford FC
Dartford FC v Ebbsfleet United
National League
19 September 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, the Participant’s actions constitute improper and/or violent conduct.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Warren Kayembe, Player, Harlow Town FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 718 bets placed on football matches between 30 January 2018 to 03 November 2020.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
John Megson, Pre-Academy Manager, Sheffield Wednesday FC
Three breaches of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that on 8 October 2020, the Participant used improper and/or abusive and/or insulting words, 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 (express or implied) to colour, and/or race, and/or ethnic origin.
2. It is alleged that on a day in or around October 2020, the Participant used improper and/or abusive and/or insulting words, 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 (express or implied) to colour, and/or race, and/or ethnic origin.
3. It is alleged that on 31 October 2020, the Participant used improper and/or abusive and/or insulting words, 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 (express or implied) to colour, and/or race, and/or ethnic origin.
The Participant has until 15 March 2021 to provide a response.
PLAYER MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2 – CATEGORY 3)
Connor Peters, Player, Peterborough United FC U18s
Peterborough United FC U18s v Gillingham FC U18s
Youth Alliance South East Conference
7 November 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that on or around the field of play following the end of the fixture the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
The Participant has until 15 March 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alan Connell, U19s Manager, Bournemouth AFC
Oxford United (Under 19s) v AFC Bournemouth (Under 19s)
Youth Alliance South West Conference
Saturday 30 January
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the first half of the above fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official and/or questioned the integrity of a Match Official.
The Participant has until 15 March 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Jordan Hulme, Player, AFC Fylde
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that a comment posted on the Participant’s social media page was insulting and/or abusive and/or improper and/or brought the game into disrepute, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach” as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes reference (express or implied) to nationality and/or race and/or ethnicity.
The Participant has until 11 March 2021 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Redditch United FC, Southern League – Central
Hanley Town FC v Redditch United FC
FA Cup
22 September 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the first half, in or around the tunnel area, Redditch United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
The Club have until 3 March 2021 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hanley Town FC, North West Counties Football League – Premier Division
Hanley Town FC v Redditch United FC
FA Cup
22 September 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the first half, in or around the tunnel area, Hanley Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
The Club have until 3 March 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Callum McNish, Player, North Leigh FC
Reading City FC v North Leigh FC
Friendly
21 December 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the dressing room area, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Officials was improper.
The Participant has until 2 February 2021 to provide a response.
Result
3 Match Suspension
£50 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Morgan Williams, Player, North Leigh FC
Reading City FC v North Leigh FC
Friendly
21 December 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the dressing room area, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Officials was improper.
The Participant has until 2 February 2021 to provide a response.
Result
2 Match Suspension
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD
Dominic Griffiths, Player, Hartley Wintney FC
Chesham United FC v Hartley Wintney
Southern League – Premier Division South
Tuesday 29 September
Two breaches of FA Rule E3:
1) It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, on the field of play, the Participant’s language towards the Match Officials was improper and/or threatening.
2) It is further alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the changing room area, the Participant’s language towards the Assistant Referee was improper and/or threatening.
The Participant has until 11th November 2020 to provide a response.
Result
3 Match Suspension
£50 fine
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Mitchell Parker, Player, Hartley Wintney FC
Chesham United FC v Hartley Wintney
Southern League – Premier Division South
Tuesday 29 September
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal in the 41st minute of the fixture, the Participant’s behaviour towards the Match Officials was improper.
The Participant has until 11th November 2020 to provide a response.
Result
2 Match Suspension
£40 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Steve Gritt, Assistant Manager, Dagenham & Redbridge FC
Dagenham & Redbridge FC v Sutton United FC
National League Premier
23 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, the Participant’s language was abusive and/or insulting and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.
The Participant has until 6:00pm on 3 March 2021 to provide a response.
24 February 2021
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Charlton Athletic FC, English Football League 1
Fleetwood Town FC v Charlton Athletic FC
English Football League 1
20 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 78th minute of the fixture, Charlton Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£2,500 fine).
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Fleetwood Town FC, English Football League 1
Fleetwood Town FC v Charlton Athletic FC
English Football League 1
20 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 78th minute of the fixture, Fleetwood Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£2,500 fine).
18 February 2021
Patrick McNair- Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough v Huddersfield Town FC
Football League Championship
16 February 2021
Serious Foul Play
Result
Appeal upheld
3 match suspension removed
17 February 2021
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK)
Darren Drysdale, Match Official
Ipswich Town FC v Northampton Town FC
English Football League One
16 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that the Match Official’s behaviour in or around the 90th minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.
The Participant has until 4 March 2021 to provide a response.
16 February 2021
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Accrington Stanley FC, English Football League 1
Accrington Stanley FC v Northampton Town FC
English Football League 1
6 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, Accrington Stanley FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 contested.
Result
£2500 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Patrick Sutcliffe, Manager, Dover Athletic FC U15s
Herne Bay U15 v Dover Athletic U15
Kent Youth League
25 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 72nd minute, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour was improper.
Charge denied - Paper Hearing requested.
Result
Proven
£90 fine
Claim of Wrongful Dismissal
Michael Williams- Bolton Wanderers
Bolton Wanderers FC v Stevenage FC
Competition: Football League 2
13 February 2021
Serious Foul Play
Result
Claim successful
3 match suspension removed.
Christopher Solly-Ebbsfleet United FC
Havant & Waterlooville FC v Ebbsfleet United FC
National League - South
13 February 2021
Violent Conduct
Result
Claim successful
3 match suspension removed.
SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Newport County AFC, English Football League Two
Newport County AFC v Grimsby Town FC
English Football League Two
6 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 36th minute of the fixture, Newport County AFC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£1,000 fine).
15 February 2021
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Morecambe FC, English Football League Two
F.A. Anti-Doping Programme – Season 2020/21
Event: OOC – Morecambe FC
Date: 17 November 2020
Breach of FA Rule E25 - It is alleged that on 17 November 2020, Morecambe FC failed to comply with the reasonable instructions of The FA or a Competent Official with regard to the adequacy of the Doping Control Station (which must contain the minimum facilities set out in the Procedural Guidelines), in that the Club did not provide an adequate Doping Control Station for drug testing, contrary to Regulation 16(d) of The FA Anti-Doping Regulations.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Kiarno Samms, Player, Glossop North End FC
Glossop North End FC vs Cleethorpes Town FC
Northern Premier Division
Saturday 26th September 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the above fixture, the Participant used violent and/or improper conduct towards a Cleethorpes Town player.
Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Tim Lowe, Player, Cleethorpes Town FC
Glossop North End FC vs Cleethorpes Town FC
Northern Premier Division
Saturday 26th September 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that around the 93rd minute of the fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words 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 reference to sexual orientation.
Charge denied – Personal Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Ryan Whitley, Player, York City FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 1,161 bets placed on football matches between 01 November 2017 to 31 December 2020.
The Participant has until 2 March 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Darren Sarll, Manager, Yeovil Town FC
Eastleigh FC v Yeovil Town FC
National League Premier
9 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the half-time whistle, the Participant’s language towards the Match Referee was abusive and/or insulting.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (1 match touchline suspension and a £250 fine).
12 February 2021
SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Grimsby Town FC, English Football League Two
Newport County AFC v Grimsby Town FC
English Football League Two
6 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 36th minute of the fixture, Grimsby Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£1,000 fine).
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chris Swailes, Manager, Dunston FC
Dunston FC v Colne FC
Northern Premier League – North West
Saturday 26 September
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the end of the fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper language towards a match official.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
1 Match Touchline Ban
£80 Fine
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK)
Steve Smith, Manager, Three Bridges FC
Hastings United v Three Bridges FC
Isthmian League – South East
20 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal in or around the 68th minute, the Participant’s actions were improper and/or insulting.
Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
Not Proven
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scott Dash, Manager, Chalfont St. Peter FC
Chalfont St Peter FC v Ashford Town
Isthmian League South Central
19 September 2020
Two breaches of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that the Participant’s language and/or behaviour in or around the 85th minute of the fixture amounts to improper conduct.
2. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal from the technical area the Participant used abusive and/or threatening words towards a Match Official.
Charges admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
1 Match touchline ban
£150
11 February 2021
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Craig Rouse, Manager, Worksop Town FC
Worksop Town v Chester FC
FA Cup
Saturday 3 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 53rd minute of the fixture, when entering the opposition’s technical area, the Participant’s behaviour was improper.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
£150 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Worksop Town FC, Northern Premier League – South East
Worksop Town v Chester FC
FA Cup
Saturday 3 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that around the 53rd minute of the fixture, Worksop Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
£200 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chester FC, National League North
Worksop Town v Chester FC
FA Cup
Saturday 3 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that around the 53rd minute of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
£400 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Anthony Johnson, Manager, Chester FC
Worksop Town v Chester FC
FA Cup
Saturday 3 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 53rd minute of the fixture, during an altercation with a player from Worksop Town, the Participant’s behaviour was improper.
Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
Proven
£400
MASS CONFRONTATION (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Northampton Town FC, English Football League 1
Accrington Stanley FC v Northampton Town FC
English Football League 1
6 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, Northampton Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£2,500 fine).
Claim of Wrongful Dismissal
Marcus Maddison, Bolton Wanderers FC
Bolton Wanderers FC v Morecambe FC
Football League 2
9 February 2021
S1 Serious Foul Play
Result – Claim upheld. 3 match suspension removed.
10 February 2021
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON STANDARD CASE
John Yems, Manager, Crawley Town FC
Crawley Town v Leyton Orient
English Football League 2
2 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, the Participant’s behaviour in trying to enter the Match Officials’ changing room amounted to improper and/or violent conduct.
Improper conduct admitted / violent conduct denied – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Thomas Stephen, Player, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 350 bets placed on football matches between 17 April 2016 and 9 March 2020.
The Participant has until 1 February 2021 to provide a response.
Result
£100 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Callum Leahy, Player, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 – Misconduct in respect of 233 bets placed on football matches between5 August 2016 and 10 March 2020.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
2 week suspension from all football and football related activity
£120 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Kenzer Lee, Player, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 318 bets placed on football matches between 13 September 2015 and 5 January 2020.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
1 month suspension from all football and football related activity
£200 fine
9 February 2021
MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Rasmus Nicolaisen, Player, Portsmouth FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 53 bets placed on football matches between 07 November 2020 to 12 November 2020.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENTS OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Ross Elsom, Player, Harlow Town FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 511 bets placed on football matches between 06 May 2016 to 01 November 2020.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO AN FA SUSPENSION
Michael Dunkley, Match Official
Hampton ‘A’ v Deeping United Reserves
10 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that the Participant failed to comply with a decision made pursuant to the Rules and Regulations of The FA by officiating in the above fixture whilst suspended from all officiating and/or participating as a player for a period of 6 weeks.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
SURROUNDING THE MATCH REFEREE (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Merstham FC, Isthmian League – Premier Division
Lewes FC v Merstham FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
20 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Merstham FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£300 fine).
ALLEGATION OF DISCRIMINATION
Michael McGrath, Player, Kettering Town FC
Kettering Town FC v Guiseley
AFC National League North
Tuesday 24 November 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in the hospitality suite at Kettering Town Football Club following the above fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official, 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 the language included a reference to sexual orientation.
The Participant has until 24 February 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENTS OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Michael McGrath, Player, Kettering Town FC
Kettering Town FC v Leamington FC
FA Trophy
19 January 2021
Multiple breaches of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 11th minute of the fixture the Participant used abusive and/or insulting words towards the Match Referee, contrary to Rule E3.1. Further, or alternatively, 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 to disability.
2. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Referee was abusive and/or insulting, 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 to sexual orientation.
3. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour towards the Match Referee was threatening.
4. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal from the field of play, the Participant’s language and/or behaviour in or around the tunnel area amounts to improper conduct, contrary to Rule E3.1.
The Participant has until 24 February 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Michael McGrath, Player, Kettering Town FC
Hereford FC v Kettering Town FC
National League North
28 November 2020
Multiple breaches of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute, the Participant’s language towards a Match Official was abusive and/or insulting.
2. It is alleged that following the Participant’s dismissal, the Participant’s behaviour in/around the dugout amounts to improper conduct.
The Participant has until 24 February 2021 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON STANDARD CASE
Jamie Spencer, Player, Guiseley AFC
Gloucester City FC v Guiseley AFC
National League – North
28 September 2019
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that contrary to FIFA Law 12, in or around the 40th minute of the fixture, the Participant committed violent conduct.
Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
Proven
6 Match Suspension
£500 fine
Claim of Excessive Punishment
Harry Toffolo - Huddersfield Town
Luton Town v Huddersfield Town
Championship
6 February 2021
S1 Serious Foul Play
Result
Claim Dismissed- 3 match suspension remains
INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO (FAST TRACK 1)
Sean McConville, Player, Accrington Stanley FC
Accrington Stanley FC v Northampton Town FC
English Football League 1
6 February 2021
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that the Participant’s behaviour in or around the 85th minute during the fixture constitutes violent conduct.
Charge admitted – Automatic Penalty accepted (4 match suspension)
8 February 2021
Claim of Wrongful Dismissal
Tomas Soucek
Fulham V West Ham United
Premier League
6 February 2020
S2 Violent Conduct
Result
Appeal Upheld
3 match suspension removed
3 February 2021
SURROUNDING MATCH OFFICIAL (FAST TRACK 2) – STANDARD CASE
Barrow AFC, English Football League Two
Bradford City FC v Barrow AFC
English Football League Two
30 January 2021
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Barrow AFC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£1,000 fine).
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Michael Barnard, Vice-Chairman, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of one (1) bet placed on a football betting market on 12th January 2016.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
Result
Warning as to future conduct
INCIDENTS OF MISCONUDCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Bradley Warner, Player, Unregistered
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 1,049 bets placed on football matches between 2 December 2014 to 18 March 2020.
Charge admitted – Personal Hearing requested.
Result
10 month suspension from all football and football related activity
£100 fine
Jan Bednarek, Southampton FC
Manchester United FC v Southampton FC
Premier League
S5 – denying of a goal scoring opportunity
David Luiz, Arsenal FC
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC v Arsenal FC
Premier League
S5 – denying of a goalscoring opportunity
Liam Hogan, Stockport County FC
Stockport County FC v Sutton United FC
National League
S5 – denying of a goal scoring opportunity
2 February 2021
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Bath City FC, National League South
Chippenham Town FC v Bath City FC
National League South
26 December 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 37th minute of the fixture, Bath City FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£400 fine).
MASS CONFRONTATION & SURROUNDING THE MATCH REFEREE (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chippenham Town FC, National League South
Chippenham Town FC v Bath City FC
National League South
26 December 2020
Multiple breaches of FA Rule E20.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 37th minute of the fixture, Chippenham Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion (the mass confrontation charge).
2. It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, Chippenham Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion (the surrounding the match referee charge).
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£400 fine).
SURROUNDING THE MATCH REFEREE (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Havant & Waterlooville FC, National League South
Dartford FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
31 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Havant & Waterlooville FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£400 fine).
SURROUNDING THE MATCH REFEREE (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Dartford FC, National League South
Dartford FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
31 October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Dartford FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£400 fine).
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Chester FC, National League North
York City FC v Chester FC
National League North
5 December 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£400 fine).
MASS CONFRONTATION (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
York FC, National League North
York City FC v Chester FC
National League North
5 December 2020
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, York FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 accepted (£400 fine).
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – STANDARD CASE
Jay Lovett, Manager, Burgess Hill Town FC
Sevenoaks Town FC v Burgess Hill Town
Isthmian South East
Saturday 3 October
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, the Participant’s language towards the Match Referee was improper.
Charge admitted – Standard Penalty 1 contested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT RELATING TO AN ALLEGATION OF DISCRIMINATION
Alex Worley, Player, Walsall FC
Walsall U19’s vs Mansfield Town U19’s
Youth Alliance Cup
Saturday 31st October 2020
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that at the conclusion of the above fixture, the Participant used abusive and/or insulting language towards Mansfield Town players, 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 the language included a reference to sexual orientation.
Charge denied – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Rhys Hoenes Player, Coalville Town FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 - Misconduct in respect of 184 bets placed on football matches between 21 January 2015 to 28 November 2018.
Charge admitted – Paper Hearing requested.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (NON-FAST TRACK) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Adam Gusterson, Manager, Dereham Town FC
Bury Town v Dereham Town
Isthmian League North
Saturday 10 October
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that around the 94th minute the Participant used offensive and insulting language and gestures towards the Assistant Referee.
Charge denied - Paper Hearing requested.
1 February 2021
Claim of Wrongful Dismissal and Excessive Punishment
Thomas Whelan – Chesterfield FC
Dagenham and Redbridge v Chesterfield
National League
30/1/2021
S1 - Serious foul play
