31 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andy Whing, Manager, Banbury United FC
Banbury United FC vs Leamington FC
National League North
28 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 91st minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official.
Mr Whing has until 6pm on 8 June 2023 to provide a response.
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 has until 6pm on 8 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Roger Lee (now Ex-Director), Mickleover FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 4,451 bets placed on football matches between 07 January 2012 and 11 February 2023.
Mr Lee admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Tom Sawyer, Player, Grimsby Borough FC
North Shields FC V Grimsby Borough FC
Northern Premier League
15th October 2022
Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in/around the 25th minute of the above noted fixture his language towards a North Shields FC player was abusive and/or insulting 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 ethnic origin and/or colour.
Mr Sawyer has until 6pm on 8 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Steven Patient, First Team Physio, Great Wakering Rovers FC
Coggeshall Town FC (CTFC) v Great Wakering Rovers FC (GWFC)
Isthmian League - North
Saturday, February 18 (15:00)
Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that his language towards Steven Patient of Coggeshall Town FC was abusive and/or indecent and/or insulting 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 ethnic origin and/or race and/or colour and/or nationality.
Mr Patient has until 6pm on 8 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Leeta Rutherford, Player, Southampton FC Women
Sunderland AFC Ladies v Southampton FC Women
FA Women's Championship
Sunday, February 12 (11:30)
Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that her language towards a Sunderland AFC Ladies player was abusive and/or indecent and/or insulting 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 disability.
Ms. Rutherford has until 6pm on 8 June 2023 to provide a response.
Failure to comply with a decision made pursuant to the Rules and regulations of the Association
Paul Doswell, Manager, Havant & Waterlooville FC
Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that he failed to comply with a decision of a Regulatory Commission dated 27 February 2023 by attempting to contact match officials during the following fixture:
Dulwich Hamlet FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
11 March 2023
Mr Doswell admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Richards, Player, Tiverton Town FC
Swindon Supermarine FC vs Tiverton Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
18 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture his behaviour in or around the changing room area was improper and/or he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Richards admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
30 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Collins, Manager, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Bowers & Pitsea FC vs Bishop’s Stortford FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
18 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 62nd minute of the fixture, his language was threatening and/or improper towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 62nd minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was threatening and/or improper towards a Match Official.
Mr Collins denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
Result
Proven
3 match touchline ban
£200 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Brad Sandeman, Coach, Bowers & Pitsea FC
Bowers & Pitsea FC vs Bishop’s Stortford FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
18 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.
Mr Sandeman admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
Result
2 match touchline ban
£200 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - BETTING
Harvey Bradbury, Player, Dorchester Town FC
Breach of FA Rule E8: He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 454 bets placed on football matches between 22 May 2019 to 1 February 2023.
Mr Bradbury has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
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 has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andy Preece, Manager, Chorley FC
Chorley FC vs King’s Lynn Town FC
National League North
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around that on or around full time of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Preece has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Andy Preece, Manager, Chorley FC
Leamington FC vs Chorley FC
National League North
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the fixture his behaviour was improper and/or violent.
Mr Preece has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Daniel Ruscillo, Assistant Manager, Peterborough Sports FC
Farsley Celtic FC vs Peterborough Sports FC
National League North
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon full time of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Ruscillo has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Daniel Ruscillo, Assistant Manager, Peterborough Sports FC
Peterborough Sports FC vs Gloucester City
National League North
28 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon full time of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Ruscillo has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sam Morgan, Joint Manager, Sutton Common Rovers FC
Chertsey Town FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League South Central
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1) It is alleged that following the completion 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 and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.
Mr Morgan has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scott Heard, Player, Folkestone Invicta FC
Folkestone Invicta FC vs Lewes FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
18 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in the 85th minute of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
Mr Heard has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Joshua Osude, Player, Coggeshall Town FC
Hullbridge Sports FC vs Coggeshall Town FC
Isthmian League North
20 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
Mr Osude has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
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 has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ebbsfleet United 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, Ebbsfleet United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Ebbsfleet United FC have until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
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 have until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Curtis Angell, Player, Hungerford Town FC
Hungerford Town FC vs Dulwich Hamlet FC
National League South
22 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following his dismissal, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Angell has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Matthew Godfree, Coach, Plymouth Parkway FC
Plymouth Parkway FC vs Bracknell Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
22 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 88th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper.
Mr Godfree has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Rushden & Diamonds, Southern League Premier Division Central
AFC Rushden & Diamonds vs Leiston FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, AFC Rushden & Diamonds failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and do not behave in a way which is improper and/or violent.
AFC Rushden & Diamonds have until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leiston FC, Southern League Premier Division Central
AFC Rushden & Diamonds vs Leiston FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, Leiston 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.
Leiston FC have until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Burnside, Player, AFC Rushden & Diamonds
AFC Rushden & Diamonds vs Leiston FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct.
Mr Burnside has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lee Prescott, Player, Ramsgate FC
Sheppey United FC vs Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League South-East
18 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following his dismissal in the 45th minute he acted in an improper manner and used threatening behaviour and/or abusive and/or insulting words.
Mr Prescott has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Reading FC
Marlow FC vs Reading FC
BBFA Senior Cup
21 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 55th minute of the fixture Reading FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.
Reading FC have until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Marlow FC
Marlow FC vs Reading FC
BBFA Senior Cup
21 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 55th minute of the fixture Marlow FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.
Marlow FC have until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Andreas Symeou
Breach of FA Rule 1.2 – It is alleged that he entered into a Representation Contract with Filozofe Mabete without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries (p.412 FA Handbook).
Mr Syemou has until 6pm on 7 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Rooney, Player, Havant & Waterlooville FC
Worthing FC vs Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following his dismissal at the conclusion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or threatening.
2. It is alleged that following the conclusion or the fixture, in or around the dressing room area, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Rooney admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – POST-MATCH MEDIA COMMENTS
Paul Simpson, Manager, Carlisle United FC
Bradford City vs Carlisle United
League 2 Play Off Semi-Final (Leg 1)
14 May 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged the comments he made regarding the referee during a post-match media interview constitute improper conduct in that they imply bias, and/or question the integrity of the referee, and/or bring the game into disrepute contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Mr Simpson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
26 May 2023
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Evesham United FC, Southern League Division One South
Sholing FC vs Evesham United FC
Southern League Division One South
28 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, Evesham United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.
Evesham United FC have until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sholing FC, Southern League Division One South
Sholing FC vs Evesham United FC
Southern League Division One South
28 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, Sholing FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper and/or violent and/or provocative.
Sholing FC have until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Fatah Makhloufi, Player, Sholing FC
Sholing FC vs Evesham United FC
Southern League Division One South
28 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clip, his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.
Mr Makhloufi has until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ollie Price, Manager, Larkhall Athletic FC
Larkhall Athletic FC vs Sholing FC
Southern League Division One South
18 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Price has until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Robert York, Equipment Manager, Larkhall Athletic FC
Larkhall Athletic FC vs Sholing FC
Southern League Division One South
18 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 70th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr York has until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kevin Phillips
South Shields FC vs Warrington Town FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 96th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Phillips has until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
David Lewis, Manager, Lymington Town FC
Lymington Town FC vs Evesham United FC
Southern League Division One South
11 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 53rd minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Lewis has until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ricky Marheineke, Manager, St. Ives Town FC
St Ives Town FC vs Bedford Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 30th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Marheineke has until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
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.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Farsley Celtic FC, National League North
Banbury United FC v Farsley Celtic FC
National League North
25 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 96th minute of the fixture, Farsley Celtic FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Farsley Celtic FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leeds United AFC U21 – Premier League 2 – Division 2
Leeds United AFC U21 vs Aston Villa FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 2
20 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Leeds United AFC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Leeds United AFC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
John Brough, Manager, Cirencester Town FC
Cirencester Town FC vs Ware FC
Southern League Division One Central
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner.
Mr Brough admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine).
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Spennymoor Town, National League North
Chester FC vs Spennymoor Town FC
National League North
4 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture, Spennymoor Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jonathan Rimmington, Manager, Liversedge FC
Markse United FC vs Liversedge FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
21 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, resulting in his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal he acted in an improper manner and/or used threatening words and/or behaviour towards a match official.
3. It is alleged that following his dismissal he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting and/or indecent words and/or behaviour towards spectators.
Mr Rimmington admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
King’s Lynn Town FC, National League North
King’s Lynn Town FC v Boston United FC (“the Match”)
National League North
1 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21.1: It is alleged that King’s Lynn 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 use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative.
Breach of FA Rule E21.3: It is alleged that King’s Lynn 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 encroach on the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion.
King’s Lynn Town FC have until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Boston United FC, National League North
King’s Lynn Town FC v Boston United FC (“the Match”)
National League North
1 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21.1: It is alleged that Boston 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, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative.
Breach of FA Rule E21.3: It is alleged that Boston 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 encroach on the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion.
Boston United FC have until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Littlehampton Town FC, Isthmian League South-East
Whitehawk FC v Littlehampton Town FC (“the Match”)
Isthmian League South-East
14 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21.1: It is alleged that Littlehampton 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 use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative.
Littlehampton Town FC have until 6pm on 6 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Damion Beckford-Quailey, Manager, Shepshed Dynamo FC
Harborough Town FC vs Shepshed Dynamo FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
8 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1) It is alleged that in or around the half time interval of the fixture your language and/or behaviour was improper towards a Match Official.
2) It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture your language and/or behaviour was improper towards a Match Official.
Mr Beckford-Quailey admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
25 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Pablo Sanz, Assistant Manager, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, Premier League
Nottingham Forest FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
Premier League
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper and/or violent.
Mr Sanz has until 6:00pm on 12 April 2023 to provide a response.
Result
1 Match Touchline ban
£6000 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alan Tate, Assistant Manager, Nottingham Forest FC, Premier League
Nottingham Forest FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
Premier League
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper and/or violent.
Mr Tate admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
Result
1 Match Touchline ban
£6000 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 has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Colin Charles, Coach, Thatcham Town FC
Ashford Town FC vs Thatcham Town FC
Isthmian League – South Central
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 82nd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Charles has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Alun Armstrong, Manager, Darlington FC
Brackley Town FC vs Darlington FC
National League North
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 61st minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Armstrong has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Darren Holloway, Assistant Manager, Darlington FC
Brackley Town FC vs Darlington FC
National League North
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around half time of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Holloway has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
James Jepson, Coach, Ilkeston Town FC
Alvechurch FC vs Ilkeston Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official.
Mr Jepson has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
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 has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tom Sills, Manager, Wimborne Town FC
Wimborne Town FC vs Willand Rovers FC
Southern League Division One South
18 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 80th minute, following his dismissal, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
Mr Sills has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Buxton FC, National League North
Scarborough Athletic FC vs Buxton FC
National League North
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute of the fixture, Buxton FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Buxton FC have until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Warren Feeney, Manager, Welling United FC
Dover Athletic FC vs Welling United FC
National League South
7 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, his language was improper towards a Match Official.
Mr Feeney has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Adam Carden, Coach, Nantwich Town FC
Markse United FC vs Nantwich Town FC
Northern Premier League
20 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon full time of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.
Mr Carden has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mark Stimson, Manager, Hornchurch FC
Horsham FC vs Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in/or around the 85th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper.
Mr Stimson has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tony Gay, Coach, Hornchurch FC
Horsham FC vs Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in/or around the 85th minute of the fixture, his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.
Mr Gay has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Cody Cromack, Player, Pontefract Collieries FC
Tadcaster Albion FC v Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League East Division
22 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 8th minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clip, his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.
Mr Cromack has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nathan Dyer, Player, Tadcaster Albion FC
Horsham FC vs Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 48th minute of the fixture, your language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Dyer has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mark Grimes, Club Secretary, Nuneaton Borough FC
Nuneaton Borough FC vs Rushall Olympic FC
Southern League Play Offs
1 May 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials’ dressing room, his conduct was improper and/or violent towards a Match Official.
Mr Grimes has until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Havant & Waterlooville FC, National League South
Bath City FC vs Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League South
21 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 97th minute of the fixture, Havant & Waterlooville FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Havant & Waterlooville FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
£1000 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mossley AFC, Northern Premier League West Division
Mossley AFC vs Hanley Town FC
Northern Premier League West Division
28 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Mossley AFC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Result
£600 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hanley Town FC, Northern Premier League West Division
Mossley AFC vs Hanley Town FC
Northern Premier League West Division
28 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 92nd minute of the fixture, Hanley Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Result
£600 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.
Ebbsfleet United FC have until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
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.
Braintree Town FC have until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Gillingham FC, EFL League Two
Gillingham FC vs Colchester United FC (“the Match”)
EFL League Two
26 December 2022
Breach of FA Rule E21.4: It is alleged that Gillingham 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.
Gillingham FC have until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Gillingham FC, EFL League Two
Sutton United FC v Gillingham FC (“the Match”)
EFL League Two
29 December 2022
Breach of FA Rule E21.4: It is alleged that Gillingham 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 gender.
Gillingham FC have until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Gillingham FC, EFL League Two
Gillingham FC vs AFC Wimbledon (“the Match”)
EFL League Two
25 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21.4: It is alleged that Gillingham 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 gender.
Gillingham FC have until 6pm on 5 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Alfie Bonfield, Player, Broadfields United FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged in respect of 13 bets placed on football matches between 12 November 2020 and 7 January 2022. He is further charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 8 bets he permitted to be placed by another participant between 28 May 2022 and 02 June 2022.
Mr Bonfield has until 6pm on 2 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jason Clarke, Kitman, Nantwich Town FC
Nantwich Town FC vs Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture you acted in an improper manner and used insulting and/or abusive words towards a Match Official.
Mr Clarke admits the Charge, does not accept Standard Penalty 1 and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
James Swann, formerly Grimsby Borough FC
Grimsby Borough FC vs Long Eaton United FC
Northern Premier League East
25 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that prior to his dismissal in this fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.
Mr Swann admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
24 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Malcolm Fitzgerald, Kitman, Weston Super Mare AFC
Chesham United FC vs Weston Super Mare FC
Southern League Premier Division South
28 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or indecent language towards a Match Official.
Mr Fitzgerald has until 6pm on 1 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dawid Rogalski, Player, Marlow FC
Marlow FC vs Hanworth Villa FC
Isthmian League South Central
26 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting and/or indecent words.
Mr Rogalski has until 6pm on 1 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nigel Keogh, Assistant Manager, Ashton United FC
Ashton United FC vs Liversedge FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
18 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged following the completion of the fixture you acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official.
Mr Keogh has until 6pm on 1 June 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Lewis Porter, First Team Manager, Westbury United FC
Westbury United FC vs AFC Totton
Southern League Division One South
28 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the fixture and following the completion of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper language and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.
Mr Porter admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Banbury United FC, National League North
Banbury United FC v Farsley Celtic FC
National League North
25 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 96th minute of the fixture, Banbury United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Banbury United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ian Johnson, Coach, Marine FC
Marine FC vs FC United of Manchester
Northern Premier League Premier Division
18 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 53rd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Johnson admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aston Villa FC U21 – Premier League 2 – Division 2
Leeds United AFC U21 vs Aston Villa FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 2
20 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Aston Villa FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Aston Villa FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Neil Reynolds, Manager, FC United of Manchester
Atherton Collieries FC vs FC United of Manchester
Northern Premier League Premier Division
11 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials changing room area, his language and/or behaviour was insulting and/or improper.
Mr Reynolds admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
23 May 2023
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Taunton Town FC
Havant & Waterlooville FC vs Taunton Town FC
National League South
18 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture, Taunton Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Taunton Town FC deny the Charge and elect a Personal Hearing.
Result
£600 fine
22 May 2023
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Bury Town FC, Isthmian League North
AFC Sudbury vs Bury Town FC
Isthmian League North
27 December 2022
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 13th minute of the fixture, Bury Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Bury Town FC admit the Charge, do not accept Standard Penalty 1 and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
£250 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hashtag United FC, Isthmian League North
Wroxham FC vs Hashtag United FC
Isthmian League North
28 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Hashtag United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Hashtag United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
£250 fine
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wroxham FC, Isthmian League North
Wroxham FC vs Hashtag United FC
Isthmian League North
28 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Wroxham FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Wroxham FC deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
Proven
£350 fine
18 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ewan Hunter, Grounds Manager, Nottingham Forest FC
Nottingham Forest FC vs Brentford FC
Premier League
5 November 2022
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that prior to commencement of the fixture, his behaviour was improper and/or violent.
Mr. Hunter denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
Result
Proven
2 Match Stadium Ban
£700 fine
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Manu Sotelo, Goalkeeping Coach, Brentford FC
Nottingham Forest FC vs Brentford FC
Premier League
5 November 2022
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that prior to commencement of the fixture, his behaviour was improper.
Mr. Sotelo admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
Result
1 Match Touchline Ban
£2000 fine
16 May 2023
MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Ivan Toney, Player, Brentford FC, Premier League
Breach of FA Rule E8 – Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 232 breaches of FA Rule E8. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).
Mr Toney admitted the breaches and requested a personal hearing.
RESULT
Suspended from all football and football-related activity for 8 months (permitted to train for the final 4 months)
Fined £50,000
Warned to future conduct
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Peterborough Sports FC, National League North
Kettering Town FC vs Peterborough Sports FC
National League - North
28 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, Peterborough Sports FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Peterborough Sports FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, Premier League
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC v Chelsea FC (“the Match”)
Premier League
8 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21:
Charge 1: Pursuant to FA Rule E21.4 (and FA Rule E21.1) it is alleged that in or around 61st minute of the fixture, Wolverhampton Wanderers 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 sexual orientation.
Charge 2: Pursuant to FA Rule E21.4 (and FA Rule E21.1 it is alleged that in or around 71st minute of the fixture, Wolverhampton Wanderers 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 sexual orientation.
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Mitch Clark, Player, Accrington Stanley FC
Breach of FA Rule E8: He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 312 bets placed on football matches between 08 February 2022 to 10 March 2023.
Mr Clark admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Joey Barton, Manager, Bristol Rovers FC
Bristol Rovers FC vs Sheffield Wednesday FC
EFL League One
18 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, following his red card, his behaviour was improper.
3. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the Match Officials changing room area, he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a Match Official.
Admit/ Paper
Result – 3 match ground ban that begins when Bristol Rovers FC begin competitive fixtures next season. The suspension does not apply to pre-season fixtures. £3,000 fine.
15 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – MEDIA COMMENTS
Jurgen Klopp, Manager, Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC vs Tottenham Hotspur FC
Premier League
30 April 2023
Post-Match Media Comments
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that the comments he made regarding Mr Paul Tierney following the above fixture during post-match media interviews constitutes improper conduct in that they imply bias, and/or question the integrity of the referee, and/or are personal/ offensive, and/or bring the game into disrepute contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Mr Klopp admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
RESULT
• 2 match Standard Touchline Suspension
o First match effective immediately
o Second match suspended until the conclusion of the 2023/24 season
Fined £75,000
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tottenham Hotspur FC (Appellant), Premier League
Tottenham Hotspur FC vs Brighton & Hove Albion FC
Premier League
8 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 58th minute of the fixture, Tottenham Hotspur FC failed to ensure that its technical area occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper.
Tottenham Hotspur FC admit the charge and elect a paper hearing.
Regulatory Commission Result
£100,000 fine
Appeal Board Result
Appeal allowed
Fine reduced to £40,000
MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO INTERMEDIARY ACTIVITY
Kwaku Mensah
Breach of FA Rule E1.2 - It is alleged that he entered into a Representation Contract with Souleymane Sidibe without ‘additional authorisation’ to deal with Minors contrary to Regulation 3.1 at Appendix II – Registration of Intermediaries (p.302 FA Handbook).
Mr. Mensah admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
Result
6 week suspension from Intermediary activity. Entirety of suspension suspended for 18 months provided no further breach of E1.2 occurs.
£1000 fine.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mike Fowler, Manager, Solihull Moors FC U19
Notts County FC U19 v Solihull Moors FC U19
The National League U19 Alliance League Cup
8 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that during the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.
Mr. Fowler denies the charge and elects a paper hearing.
Result
2 Match Touchline Ban
£500 fine.
11 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Simon Monks, Coach, Frome Town FC
Frome Town FC vs Bashley FC
Southern League Division One South
7 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture his language was insulting and/or abusive towards a Match Official.
Mr Monks admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Josh Oloyade-Edwards, Thatcham Town FC
Thatcham Town FC vs Merstham FC
Isthmian League South Central
19 November 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture, following his dismissal, his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper; and
2. It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, in/or around the dressing room area, his language was further abusive and/or insulting and/or improper..
Mr Oloyade-Edwards admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
10 May 2023
SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Torquay United FC, National League
Torquay United FC vs Wrexham FC
National League
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 58th minute of the fixture, Torquay United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Torquay United FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine).
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hartlepool United FC, EFL League Two
Hartlepool United FC v Barrow AFC
EFL League Two
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Hartlepool United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Hartlepool United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Kettering Town FC, National League North
Kettering Town FC vs Peterborough Sports FC
National League - North
28 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, Kettering Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Kettering Town FC have until 6pm on 18 May 2023 to provide a response.
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Fylde, National League North
Buxton FC vs AFC Fylde
National League North
7 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 44th and 62nd minute of the fixture, AFC Fylde failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
AFC Fylde admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Curtis Davies, Derby County FC
Sheffield Wednesday FC v Derby County FC
Football League 1
07/05/2023
S5 Denial of Obvious Goalscoring Opportunity
Result
Claim dismissed
1 Match suspension remains.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ed Brand, Assistant Manager, Swindon Town FC
Swindon Town FC vs Stevenage FC
EFL League Two
22 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Brand has until 6pm on 4 May 2023 to provide a response.
Result
Late submission accepted
1 Match Touchline ban
£500 fine
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wealdstone FC, National League
Southend United FC vs Wealdstone FC
National League
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 51st minute of the fixture, Wealdstone FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper.
Wealdstone FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
£2250 fine
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Southend United FC, National League
Southend United FC vs Wealdstone FC
National League
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 51st minute of the fixture, Southend United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper.
Southend United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result
£2250 fine
9 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BREACH OF SUSPENSION
John Davies, Referee, Cheshire County FA
Breach of FA Rule E10: It is alleged that he failed to comply with a decision made pursuant to the Rules and Regulations of The Football Association. On 28th February 2023 he was issued with a suspension from all football and football related activity for a period of twenty (20) weeks. On 27th March 2023, it is alleged that he breaches that suspension by attending a Referee’s Committee Meeting at Cheshire County FA Offices in Northwich
Mr Davies has until 6pm on 17 May 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Blackpool FC, EFL Championship
Blackpool FC v Wigan Athletic FC (“the Match”)
EFL Championship
15 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E21.4 – It is alleged that Blackpool 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.
Blackpool FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
5 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – POST MATCH MEDIA COMMENTS
Nathan Hayward, Player, Halesowen Town FC
Hinckley LRFC FC v Halesowen Town FC
Northern Premier League – Division One Midlands
4 March 2023
Post-Match Media Comments
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his comments constitute improper conduct in that they offensive and imply bias and/or questioned the integrity of the referee, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
Mr Hayward admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Sam Morgan, Assistant Manager, Sutton Common Rovers FC
Bedfont Sport FC vs Sutton Common Rovers FC
Isthmian League – South Central
15 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 72nd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a match official.
Mr Morgan admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
INCIDENT IN OR AROUND THE FIELD OF PLAY – NON-STANDARD CASE
Daniel Podence, Player, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, Premier League
Nottingham Forest FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
Premier League
1 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that your conduct in or around the 90th minute of the fixture contrary to FIFA Laws of the Game – Law 12, he spat at Mr. Brennan Johnson.
Mr Podence denies the charge and elects a personal hearing.
Result – Not Proven.
4 May 2023
SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Buxton FC, National League North
Buxton FC vs AFC Fylde
National League North
7 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 52nd minute of the fixture, Buxton FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
Buxton FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Jamie Kavanagh, Academy Scout, Chelsea FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 54 bets placed on football matches between 01 October 2022 to 26 February 2023. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.
Mr Kavanagh admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aaron Fleming, Trafford FC
Leek Town FC v Trafford FC
Northern Premier League West
25 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper.
Mr Fleming 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
Ryan Fallowfield, Player, York City FC
Notts County FC vs York City FC
National League
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in the second half of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, constitutes violent conduct.
Mr Fallowfield admits the Charge and accepts the Automatic Penalty (3 match suspension).
MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Barrow AFC, EFL League Two
Hartlepool United FC v Barrow AFC
EFL League Two
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, Barrow AFC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.
Barrow AFC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£1000 fine).
Wrongful Dismissal and Excessive Punishment
Jon Mellish, Carlisle United
Carlisle United FC v Salford City FC
EFL League 2
29 April 2023
Result – Claim Dismissed 3 match suspension remains
Wrongful Dismissal
Jayden Stockley, Fleetwood Town FC
Bolton Wanderers FC v Fleetwood Town FC
EFL League 1
29 April 2023
Result – Claim Dismissed 3 match suspension remains
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ryan Lowe, Manager, Preston North End FC, EFL Championship
Swansea City AFC v Preston North End FC
EFL Championship
19 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, his behaviour towards Joe Allen was improper and/or violent.
Mr Lowe admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
Result – 3 match touchline suspension. £10,000 fine.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Colin Ashcroft, Sports Therapist, Preston North End FC, EFL Championship
Swansea City AFC v Preston North End FC
EFL Championship
19 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 89th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper and/or violent.
Mr Ashcroft admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
Result – 1 match ground ban. £250 fine.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Swansea City AFC, EFL Championship
Swansea City AFC v Preston North End FC
EFL Championship
19 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Swansea City AFC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.
Swansea City AFC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result - £15,000 fine.
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Preston North End FC, EFL Championship
Swansea City AFC v Preston North End FC
EFL Championship
19 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Swansea City AFC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.
Swansea City AFC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.
Result - £10,000 fine.
3 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT
Nottingham Forest FC, Premier League
Nottingham Forest FC v Sheffield United FC
English Football League Championship
17 May 2022
Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture Nottingham Forest Football Club failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and refrained from using threatening and/or violent behaviour whilst encroaching onto the pitch area.
The Club has until 12 August 2022 to provide a response.
Result
£50,000 fine. £25,000 suspended until the conclusion of the 23/24 season provided Club have no further breach of Rule E21.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
John Eustace, Manager, Birmingham City FC
Coventry City FC vs Birmingham City FC
EFL Championship
29 April 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around half time of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Eustace admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£2000 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
2 May 2023
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Dean Snedker, Player, AFC Rushden & Diamonds
Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 503 bets placed on football matches between 16 June 2016 and 12 June 2022.
Mr Snedker has until 6pm on 11 May 2023 to provide a response.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO DISCRIMINATION
Paul White, Player, Coalville Town FC
Ilkeston Town FC v Coalville Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
28 January 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that he used improper and/or abusive and/or insulting language, contrary to Rule E3.1 towards his own player. 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, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.
Mr White admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Graham Fenton, Blyth Spartans FC, National League North
Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that he has failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the following fixture:
Southport FC v Blyth Spartans FC
National League North
7 March 2023
Mr Fenton admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
FAILING TO ENSURE THAT A PARTICIPANT ASSOCIATED WITH THE CLUB COMPLIED WITH AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Blyth Spartans FC, National League North
Breach of FA Rule E11 - It is alleged that they failed to ensure that Mr Graham Fenton complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:
Southport FC v Blyth Spartans FC
National League North
7 March 2023
Blyth Spartans 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
Oluwasanmi Odelusi, Player, Hayes & Yeading United FC
Truro City FC vs Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Premier Division South
4 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in or around the 91st minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper and/or threatening and/or violent.
Mr Odelusi denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Hughes, Manager, Hayes & Yeading United FC
Truro City FC vs Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Premier Division South
4 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture, his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the car park area, his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Hughes – NIL RESPONSE
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Delroy Preddie, Coach, Hayes & Yeading United FC
Truro City FC vs Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Premier Division South
4 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the field of play, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the pitch side area, his behaviour was improper towards a Truro Club Official.
Mr Preddie admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ritchie Hanlon, Assistant Manager, Hayes & Yeading United FC
Truro City FC vs Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Premier Division South
4 March 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 91st minute of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
Mr Hanlon admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Luke Pennell, Newport Pagnell Town FC
Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 (as applicable) in respect of 200 bets placed on football matches between 24 October 2015 to 14 September 2021.
Mr Pennell denies the Charge.
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Gareth Davies, Manager, Highworth Town FC
Highworth Town FC vs Welwyn Garden City FC
Southern League Division One Central
11 February 2023
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 78th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.
Mr Davies admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£100 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).
