Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for May 2024

Friday 07 Jun 2024
FA charges - May 2024

30 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Nottingham Forest FC

Nottingham Forest FC v Liverpool FC (“the Match”)
Premier League
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Nottingham Forest 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.

The Club have until 6pm on 7th June 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
William Parkinson, Player, Erith & Belvedere FC

Erith & Belvedere FC v Merstham FC
Isthmian League – South-East
27 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following his dismissal for violent conduct, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
2. It is further alleged that in failing to leave the field of play following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner.

Mr Parkinson has until 6pm on 7th June 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Mark Bowen, Head of Football Operations, Reading FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 95 bets placed on football matches between 19 April 2022 to 14 January 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Bowen has until 6pm on 7th June 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Portsmouth FC

Portsmouth FC v Barnsley FC (“the Match”)
Football League One
16 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Portsmouth 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, violent, threatening or provocative; and/or throw missiles 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 7th June 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chris Moore, Manager, Hanwell Town FC

Hanwell Town FC v Hungerford Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute the fixture his conduct was improper.

Mr Moore has until 6pm on 6th June 2024 to provide a response. 

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Paulton Rovers FC

Wimborne Town FC vs Paulton Rovers FC
Southern League Division One South
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around 6th minute of the fixture, Paulton Rovers FC failed to ensure its players did not behave in an improper way.

The Club have until 6pm on 6th June 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Will Dawes, Player, Yeovil Town FC

Yeovil Town FC vs Worthing FC
National League South
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official and/or questioned the integrity of a match official.

Mr Dawes has until 6pm on 6th June 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Stephen Shrive, Director, Gresley Rovers FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 92 bets placed on football matches between 22 October 2022 to 29 March 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Shrive admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Stuart Henderson, Manager, Tavistock Association FC

Mousehole FC v Tavistock Association FC
Southern League Division One South
16 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 20th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Henderson admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Shaun Thomas, Manager, Coventry Sphinx FC

Coventry Sphinx FC vs Walsall Wood FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 32nd minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner by entering the field of play, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Thomas admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Anthony Jordan Malbon, Coach, Kidsgrove Athletic FC

Stalybridge Celtic FC v Kidsgrove Athletic FC
Northern Premier League West Division
27 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the halt time interval of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner by entering the field of play and /or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Malbon admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Konchesky, Coach, Colchester United FC

Hull City U18 vs Colchester United U18
U18 Professional Development League - North
10 May 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged upon conclusion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a match official.

Mr Konchesky admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lewis King, Player, Loughborough Dynamo FC

Loughborough Dynamo FC v Corby Town FC
Northern Premier League – Midlands Division
20 April 2024

Two Breaches of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute, following his dismissal, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
2. It is further alleged, that in or around the 65th minute, following his dismissal and when leaving the field of play he acted in an improper manner when interacting with spectators.

Mr King denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

28 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Jude Smith, Player, Newcastle United FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is hereby charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 151 bets placed on football matches between 03 September 2022 to 07 March 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Smith admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Result
Warning as to future conduct
£3,000.00 fine
6-month suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity (1 month immediate, 5 months suspended until the conclusion of the 2025/26 season). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Lewis Putnam, Player, Southall FC

Southall FC v Uxbridge FC
Isthmian League – South Central Division
23 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, in the bar area, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or indecent and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards a staff member from Uxbridge FC, 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to gender.

Mr Putnam has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Martin Hellier, Manager, Yeovil Town FC

Yeovil Town FC vs Worthing FC
National League South
6 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official and/or questioned the integrity of a match official.

Mr Hellier has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Angelo Harrop, Manager, Braintree Town FC

Braintree Town FC v Taunton Town FC
National League South
9 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 79th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Harrop has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mark Swann, Manager, Chasetown FC

Chasetown FC v Hanley Town FC
Northern Premier League West Division
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour.

Mr Swann has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andy Nicholson, Coach, Grantham Town FC

Carlton Town FC v Grantham Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Nicholson has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Aarran Racine, Interim Manager, Worthing FC

Worthing FC v Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
National League South
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 49th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper leading to his dismissal.

Mr Racine has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Richard Fey, Manager, Paulton Rovers FC

Yate Town FC v Paulton Rovers FC
Southern League Division One South
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the first half of the above fixture, his behaviour was improper leading to his dismissal.

Mr Fey has until 6pm on 5th June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
David Tuttle, Manager, Aylesbury United FC

Hertford Town FC v Aylesbury United FC
Southern League – Division One Central
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during added time of the second half of the fixture, his behaviour was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Tuttle admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine). 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scunthorpe United FC

Scunthorpe United FC vs Boston United FC
National League North
27 April 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 120th minute of the fixture, Scunthorpe United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ben Rhodes, Player, Belper Town FC

Belper Town FC vs Cleethorpes Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
13 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in or around the 31st minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Rhodes admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Belper Town FC

Belper Town FC vs Cleethorpes Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
13 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around 31st minute of the fixture, Belper Town FC failed to ensure its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge, submit SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ryan White, Player, Hyde United FC

Hyde United FC v Stafford Rangers FC
Northern Premier League
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his behaviour was improper and/or violent, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his behaviour following his dismissal was improper.

Mr White denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aurie De Carteret, Video Analyst, Eastbourne Borough FC

Eastbourne Borough FC vs Maidstone United FC
National League South
29 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr De Carteret admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bristol City FC U18s

Birmingham City FC U18 v Bristol City FC U18
U18 Professional Development League North
18 May 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Bristol City FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Banbury United FC

Brackley Town FC v Banbury United FC (“the Match”)
National League North
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 - It is alleged that Brackley Town 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 or provocative contrary to FA Rules E21.1.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Brackley Town FC

Brackley Town FC v Banbury United FC (“the Match”)
National League North
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 - It is alleged that Brackley Town 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 or provocative contrary to FA Rules E21.1.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dan Nolan, Manager, North Leigh FC

North Leigh FC v Hadley FC
Southern League – Division One Central
23 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner towards a match official.

Mr Nolan admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Michael Birmingham, Manager, Horndean FC

Horndean FC vs Chichester City FC
Isthmian League South-East
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 85th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following completion of the fixture, in/or around the car park, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or threatening words and/or behaviour and/or questioned the integrity of a match official.

Mr Birmingham admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

23 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Lucas Paqueta, Player, West Ham United FC
Breach of FA Rules E5 and F3:

FA Rule E5:
1. He is charged with a breach of FA Rule E5.1 for his conduct in a fixture between West Ham United FC and Leicester City on 12 November 2022 FC (“Match 1”), in which he directly sought to influence for an improper purpose the result, progress, conduct or any other aspect of, or occurrence in or in connection with, a football match or competition.
It is alleged that he directly sought to influence the progress, conduct, or any other aspect of, or occurrence in Match 1 by intentionally seeking to receive a card from the referee for the improper purpose of affecting the betting market in order for one or more persons to profit from betting.
2. He is charged with a breach of FA Rule E5.1 for his conduct in a fixture between West Ham United FC and Aston Villa on 12 March 2023 FC (“Match 2”), in which he directly sought to influence for an improper purpose the result, progress, conduct or any other aspect of, or occurrence in or in connection with, a football match or competition. 
It is alleged that he directly sought to influence the progress, conduct, or any other aspect of, or occurrence in Match 2 by intentionally seeking to receive a card from the referee for the improper purpose of affecting the betting market in order for one or more persons to profit from betting.
3. He is charged with a breach of FA Rule E5.1 for his conduct in a fixture between West Ham United FC and Leeds United on 21 May 2023 FC (“Match 3”), in which he directly sought to influence for an improper purpose the result, progress, conduct or any other aspect of, or occurrence in or in connection with, a football match or competition.
It is alleged that he directly sought to influence the progress, conduct, or any other aspect of, or occurrence in Match 3 by intentionally seeking to receive a card from the referee for the improper purpose of affecting the betting market in order for one or more persons to profit from betting.
4. He is charged with a breach of FA Rule E5.1 for his conduct in a fixture between AFC Bournemouth and West Ham United FC on 12 August 2023 FC (“Match 4”), in which he directly sought to influence for an improper purpose the result, progress, conduct or any other aspect of, or occurrence in or in connection with, a football match or competition.
It is alleged that he directly sought to influence the progress, conduct, or any other aspect of, or occurrence in Match 4 by intentionally seeking to receive a card from the referee for the improper purpose of affecting the betting market in order for one or more persons to profit from betting.

FA Rule F3:
Lucas Paqueta has also been charged with two breaches of FA Rule F3 in respect of alleged failures to comply pursuant to FA Rule F2.

Mr Paqueta has until 6pm on 3rd June 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Birmingham City FC U18s

Birmingham City FC U18 v Bristol City FC U18
U18 Professional Development League North
18 May 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Birmingham City FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club have until 6pm on 3rd June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Joe Doyle Charles, Player, Coalville Town FC

Kettering Town FC v Coalville Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 73rd minute, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official.

Mr Charles has until 6pm on 3rd June 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Gary Whild, Assistant Manager, Halesowen Town FC

Royston Town FC v Halesowen Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 58th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words to a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Whild admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£225 fine and a 2 match touchline ban). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Martin Riley, Coach, Halesowen Town FC

Royston Town FC v Halesowen Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 58th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words to a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Riley admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ronayne Marsh-Brown, Coach, West Ham United FC

Millwall FC U14 vs West Ham United FC U14
U14 Premier League Albert Phelan Cup
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that his behaviour and/or language leading to his dismissal was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, his behaviour in failing to return to the dressing/changing room and/or continuing to view the match was improper.

Mr Marsh-Brown admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Chris Wilcock, Manager, Lancaster City FC

FC United of Manchester v Lancaster City FC
Northern Premier League
27 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the half time interval of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards the match officials.

Mr Wilcock denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS – NON-STANDARD CASE
Rory Williams, Player, Gosport Borough FC

Hertford Town FC v Aylesbury United FC
Southern League – Division One Central
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the above fixture he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a spectator.

Mr Williams admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Daryl Coleman, Player, Sutton Common Rovers FC

Sutton Common Rovers FC vs Raynes Park Vale FC
Isthmian League South Central
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 65th minute, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the fixture, in or around the changing rooms, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening words and/or behaviour towards the Match Official(s).

Mr Coleman denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ryan Maxwell, Manager, Sittingbourne FC

Ramsgate FC v Sittingbourne FC
Isthmian League South-East
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official leading to your dismissal.

Mr Maxwell admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

22 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Ramsgate FC

Ramsgate FC V Woking FC
The FA Cup
04 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Ramsgate 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.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result
A Fine of £500.00.  £250 of the financial sanction is payable immediately. £250 of the financial sanction is suspended until the end of the 2024/25 football season.
Warning as to future conduct.
Ramsgate will publish within 14 days of the publication of the written reasons on all of its social media channels the fact of this finding of misconduct and the sanction imposed on Ramsgate due to the misconduct.
Ramsgate will announce on its public announcement system 5 minutes before the scheduled start of the next home competitive league match the fact of this finding of misconduct and the sanction imposed on Ramsgate due to the misconduct.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Wealdstone FC

Barnet FC v Wealdstone FC (“the Match”)
National League Premier
3 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Wealdstone 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, E21.2 and E21.3.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result
A Fine of £3,000.00.
Warning as to future conduct.
Wealdstone will publish within 14 days of the publication of the written reasons on all of its social media channels the fact of this finding of misconduct and the sanction imposed on Wealdstone due to the misconduct.
Wealdstone will announce on its public announcement system 5 minutes before the scheduled start of the next home competitive league match the fact of this finding of misconduct and the sanction imposed on Wealdstone due to the misconduct.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Craig Rouse, Manager, Pontefract Colleries FC

Dunston FC vs Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League Play Offs
30 April 2024

Two Breaches of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the half time interval of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.
2. It is alleged that in or around the half time interval of the fixture, in or around the changing room area, he acted in an improper manner.

Mr Rouse has until 6pm on 31st May 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Michael Jones, Coach, Hitchin Town FC

Hitchin Town FC v Stourbridge FC 
Southern League – Premier Division Central 
27 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 32nd minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Jones has until 6pm on 31st May 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lee Vaughan, Assistant Manager, Stratford Town FC

Stourbridge FC vs Stratford Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
30 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the fixture your behaviour was improper, leading to your dismissal.

Mr Vaughan has until 6pm on 31st May 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Boston United FC

Scunthorpe United FC vs Boston United FC
National League North
27 April 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 120th minute of the fixture, Boston United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mansfield Town FC U17s 

Mansfield Town FC U17 vs Shrewsbury Town FC U17
EFL U17 Floodlit Cup
6 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in 90+5th minute of the fixture Mansfield Town FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative and/or violent.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Personal Hearing.

Result:
•       Proven
•       £250.00 fine
•       Warning as to future conduct 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Shrewsbury Town FC U17s 

Mansfield Town FC U17 vs Shrewsbury Town FC U17
EFL U17 Floodlit Cup
6 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90+5th minute of the fixture Shrewsbury Town FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative and/or violent.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result:
•       £2,500.00 fine
•       Warning as to future conduct

21 May 2024

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS – NON-STANDARD CASE
Joshua Hmami, Player, Southport FC

Southport FC vs Scunthorpe United FC
National League North
1 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around 22nd minute of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and/or used violent conduct towards a match official.

Mr Hmami has until 6pm on 30th May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Paul McNally, Manager, City of Liverpool FC

City of Liverpool FC v Bootle FC
Northern Premier League West Division
17 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, his conduct was improper.

Mr McNally has until 6pm on 30th May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Adam James, Coach, City of Liverpool FC

City of Liverpool FC v Bootle FC
Northern Premier League West Division
17 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, his conduct was improper.

Mr James has until 6pm on 30th May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Bowes, Coach, Widnes FC

Stalybridge Celtic FC v Widnes FC
Northern Premier League West Division
23 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 36th minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour towards a Match Official was improper.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 36th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Bowes admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

20 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
James Pullen, Kitman, Ipswich Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 867 bets placed on football matches in the period 30 March 2018 to 13 March 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Pullen admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Liam Brooks, Player, Biggleswade Town FC

Biggleswade FC v Biggleswade Town FC.
Southern League – Central
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that he acted in a manner which was improper and/or brought the game into disrepute in respect of damaging a memorial garden.

Mr Brooks admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Chris Lawton, Coach, Widnes FC

Stalybridge Celtic FC v Widnes FC
Northern Premier League West Division
23 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Lawton admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

17 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Reading FC

Reading FC V Port Vale FC (“The Match”)
Football League One
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 - It is alleged that Reading 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.

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Reece James - Chelsea

Brighton & Hove Albion FC v Chelsea
Premier League
15 May 2024

S2 - Violent Conduct

RESULT
Dismissed
4 match suspension remains 

15 May 2024

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hyde United FC

Whitby Town FC v Hyde United FC
Northern Premier League
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute of the fixture, Hyde United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 23rd May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Price, Manager, Bromley FC Supervets 

Guru Nanak Veterans FC v Bromley FC Supervets
Division Seven – Southern Veterans League
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 82nd minute of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.                            

Mr Price has until 6pm on 23rd May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Aaron Whittock, Kit Manager, Paulton Rovers FC

Paulton Rovers FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
30 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute of the fixture his language towards a Match Official was abusive and/or insulting, leading to his dismissal.                             

Mr Whittock has until 6pm on 23rd May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kyle Tooze, Player Manager, Paulton Rovers FC

Paulton Rovers FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
30 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official.

Mr Tooze has until 6pm on 23rd May 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scott Harris, Manager, Walton & Hersham FC

Walton & Hersham FC v Hanwell Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that, in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner by returning to the field of play when he had earlier been dismissed.
3. It is alleged that, following completion of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Harris has not provided a response. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Matthew Berry-Hargreaves, Player, Hungerford Town FC

Hungerford Town FC vs Tiverton Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Berry-Hargreaves admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Max Dean, Player, Milton Keynes Dons FC

Milton Keynes Dons FC v Crawley Town FC
EFL League Two – Play Off Semi Final – Second Leg
11 May 2024

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 – It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 11th minute of the fixture constituted violent conduct.

Mr Dean admits the Charge and accepts the Automatic Penalty (3 match ban).

14 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – INCIDENTS OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – MEDIA COMMENTS 

Nottingham Forest FC 
Nuno Espirito Santo – Manager 
Nico Williams – Player 

Everton FC vs Nottingham Forest FC
Premier League
21 April 2024

1. Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – Nuno Espirito Santo (manager)

It is alleged that comments Mr Espirito Santo made following Nottingham Forest’s fixture against Everton on 21 April 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 E3.1.

2. Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – Nottingham Forest FC 

It is alleged that comments posted to X from account @NFFC at 3:37pm on 21 April 2024, constitute improper conduct in that they imply bias and/or question the integrity of the Match Official(s) and/or the Video Assistant Referee, and/or bring the game into disrepute, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.

3. Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – Neco Williams  (player)

It is alleged that comments Mr Williams made following Nottingham Forest’s fixture against Everton on 21 April 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 E3.1.

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alfie Hadfield, Player, Broadbridge Heath FC

Broadbridge Heath v Lancing
Isthmian League South-East
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 18th minute of the fixture, your behaviour was improper.

Mr Hadfield denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
2 match suspension
£60 fine 

13 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Kevin Wilson, Manager, Banbury United FC.

Banbury United FC v Hereford FC 
National League North FC 
3 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner leading to his dismissal.

Mr Wilson admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jimmy Dean, Manager, Scunthorpe United FC

Spennymoor Town FC v Scunthorpe United FC
National League North
26 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner towards the match officials leading to his dismissal.

Mr Dean admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Diego De Girolamo, Player, Buxton FC

Scarborough Athletic FC v Buxton FC
National League - North
21 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his language towards the referee was abusive 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 gender.

Mr De Girolamo denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Jacob Lara, Player, Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC

Workington AFC v Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
10 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a Workington AFC player, 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.

Mr. Lara denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Chris Maguire, Player, Eastleigh FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 2 bets placed on football matches on 07 January 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Maguire admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Clyde Ondo, Player, Egham Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 560 bets placed on football matches between 16 August 2020 and 15 December 2022. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Ondo denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Charles Ondo, Player, Huddersfield Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 560 bets placed on football matches between 16 August 2020 and 15 December 2022. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Ondo admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Marc Abbott, Coach, AFC Sudbury

AFC Sudbury v Mickleover FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
3 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90+6th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Abbott denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mams Mirza, Physio, Margate FC

Margate FC vs Horsham FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged upon completion of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.

Mr Mirza admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

10 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Matt Beard, Manager, Liverpool FC Women

Liverpool FC Women vs Manchester United FC Women
The Women’s Super League
5 May 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that, in or around the 37th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Beard admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£250 fine).

9 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Mitchell Duggan, Player, Warrington Town FC

Warrington Town FC v Tamworth FC
National League – North
09 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the above fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards a player, 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race.

Result
£750.00 fine
18 match suspension 
Education Course 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH A SUSPENSION
George Elwell, Player, Solihull Moors FC

Solihull Moors FC U18 v Coventry Sphinx FC U18
Midland Floodlit Youth League
12 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that he failed to comply with a suspension by participating in the above fixture. 

Result 
Must serve outstanding 1 match suspension immediately

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH A SUSPENSION
Solihull Moors FC

Solihull Moors FC U18 v Coventry Sphinx FC U18
Midland Floodlit Youth League
12 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that the Club failed to do all things necessary to ensure that a Player, Mr George Elwell, complied with a penalty or order imposed pursuant to the Rules and regulations of The Association, in that he participated in the above fixture when suspended.

Result 
Warning 
£500 fine 

8 May 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Wayne Bradley, Chairman, Alfreton Town FC

Alfreton Town FC v Chorley FC
National League – North
06 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used insulting words in respect of 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 it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race.

Mr Bradley denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
Proven
£300.00 fine
8 Match Standard Ground Suspension
Education Course

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Simon Dye, Goalkeeping Coach, Gresley Rovers FC

Gresley Rovers FC v Walsall Wood FC
Northern Premier League Midlands
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he used abusive and/or indecent and/or insulting and/or improper words, 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 a reference, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.

Mr Dye admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
6 Match Standard Ground Suspension
Education Course 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (FAST TRACK 2) – NON - Standard Case 
John Eustace – Manager 

Blackburn Rovers FC v Coventry FC 
EFL Championship 
27 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 

It is alleged that in/or around the 50th minute of the fixture John Eustace acted in an improper manner.

John Eustace has until 6:00pm on 3 May 2024 to provide a response. 

Result 
£2500 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Lee Tomlin, Harborough Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 220 bets placed on football matches between 21 November 2010 and 24 May 2014.

Mr Tomlin has until 6pm on 20 September 2023 to provide a response. 

Result 
6 month suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity
3 months immediate. 3 months suspended until the conclusion of 2024/25 season
£500 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Jordan Bastin, Player, Weston Super Mare FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 - He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 1,705 bets placed on football matches between 8 December 2019 and 10 June 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Bastin admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
4 month suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity
2 months immediate. 2 months suspended until the conclusion of 2024/25 season
£800 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Jamie Richards, Player, Tiverton Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 228 bets placed on football matches between 17 October 2015 to 19 January 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.

Mr Richards admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
3 month suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity
Entirety suspended until the conclusion of 2024/25 season
£450 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Huw Lake, Player Liaison Officer, Swansea City FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 2,476 bets placed on football matches between 03 April 2018 to 24 September 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.

Mr Lake has until 6pm on 6th December 2023 to provide a response. 

Result 
12 Month Suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity- 9 Months suspended until end of 24/25 season 
£1500 fine 

Appellant- The FA 

Grounds of Appeal

came to a decision to which no reasonable such body could have come; and/or
imposed a penalty, award, order or sanction that was so unduly lenient as to be unreasonable.

3 May 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Jack Vann – Pontefract Collieries

Dunston FC v Pontefract Collieries
Northern Premier League Playoffs
30 April 2024
S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT:
•       Upheld
•       3 match suspension withdrawn 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chelmsford City FC

Chelmsford City FC vs Aveley FC
National League South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, Chelmsford City FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.                        

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

RESULT:
•       £1,200.00 fine
•       Warning as to future conduct

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aveley FC 

Chelmsford City FC vs Aveley FC
National League South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, Aveley FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.                        

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

RESULT:
•       £650.00 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Radcliffe FC 

Ilkeston Town FC vs Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged during the half time interval of the fixture, Radcliffe FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing

RESULT:
•       £450 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ilkeston Town FC 

Ilkeston Town FC vs Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League
24 February 2024 

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged during the half time interval of the fixture, Ilkeston Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing

RESULT:
•       £400 fine 

2 May 2024

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Samuel Avery, Player, Weston Super Mare AFC

Weston Super Mare AFC vs Weymouth FC
National League South
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the field of play and/or you used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Avery has not provided a response.

Result 
2 match suspension 
£200 fine  

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Declan Weeks, Player Chester FC

Hereford FC vs Chester FC
National League North
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, following the incident for which he was dismissed, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.

Mr Weeks admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 match suspension 
£150 fine  

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chester FC

Hereford FC vs Chester FC
National League North
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 72nd minute of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
£850 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Dodd, Player, Guernsey FC

Metropolitan Police FC vs Guernsey FC
Isthmian League South Central
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule £3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.

Mr Dodd admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing

Result 
2 match suspension 
£50 fine  

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Lee Attenborough, Head Coach, Belper Town FC

Newton Aycliffe FC v Belper Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the 86th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Attenborough denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Not Proven 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Stoke City FC

Stoke City FC v Plymouth Argyle FC
EFL Championship
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. 

It is alleged that in or around the 35th minute of the fixture, Stoke City FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

Result 
£24,000 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Sutton United FC

Sutton United FC vs Crawley Town FC
EFL League 2
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. - 

It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Sutton United FC failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

Result 
£10,000 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MASS CONFRONTATION
Crawley Town FC

Sutton United FC vs Crawley Town FC
EFL League 2
20 April 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1. - 

It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Crawley Town FC failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

Result 
£5,000 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Osman Foyo, Player, Ipswich Town FC

Ipswich Town FC vs Needham Market FC
Suffolk FA Premier Cup
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in the above fixture, he acted in an improper manner at the conclusion of the fixture and/or used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Foyo admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 match suspension 
£300 fine 

By FA Staff