Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for February 2023

Thursday 02 Mar 2023
FA charges - February 2023

28 February 2023

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Carshalton Athletic FC

Carshalton Athletic FC vs Walton & Hersham FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute, Carshalton Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Carshalton Athletic FC have until 6pm on 8 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Walton & Hersham FC

Carshalton Athletic FC vs Walton & Hersham FC
Isthmian League Cup
19 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute, Walton & Hersham FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Walton & Hersham FC have until 6pm on 8 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Manchester United FC U19

Manchester United FC U19 v Stoke City U19
FA Youth Challenge Cup
11 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Manchester United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Manchester United FC have until 6pm on 8 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stoke City FC U19

Manchester United FC U19 v Stoke City U19
FA Youth Challenge Cup
11 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Stoke City FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Stoke City FC have until 6pm on 8 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
James Quinn, Assistant Manager, Solihull Moors FC

Altrincham FC vs Solihull Moors FC
National League Premier
25 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 45th minute of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Quinn has until 6:00pm on Friday 3 March 2023 to provide a response. 

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Luton Town FC, EFL Championship 

Luton Town FC vs Burnley FC
EFL Championship
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 77th minute of the fixture, Luton Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

27 February 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Roberto De Zerbi, Brighton & Hove Albion FC, Premier League 

Brighton & Hove Albion FC vs Fulham FC
Premier League
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that on or around the field of play upon completion of the fixture, his behaviour was improper; and
2. It is alleged that in or around the tunnel area upon completion of the fixture, his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a match official.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Everton FC, Premier League 

Everton FC vs Leeds United AFC
Premier League
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 42nd minute of the fixture, Everton FC failed to ensure that its players conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
York City FC, National League Premier

Wealdstone FC vs York City FC
National League Premier
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture, York City FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

York City FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jas Colliver, Coach, Grantham Town FC

Shildon AFC vs Grantham Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
24 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture in or around the field of play his behaviour was improper.

Mr. Colliver has until 6pm on 6 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO DISCRIMINATION
Jonathan Spittle, Player, Marine FC

Marine FC vs Scarborough Athletic FC
FA Trophy
19 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1: 
It is alleged that he used improper and/or abusive and/or insulting language, contrary to Rule E3.1 towards members of Scarborough Athletic FC, namely, ”faggot”. 

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. Spittle has until 6pm on 6 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Crystal Palace FC U21

Crystal Palace FC U21 vs Sheffield United FC U21
Premier League Cup
13 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Crystal Palace FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Crystal Palace FC have until 6pm on 6 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sheffield United FC U21

Crystal Palace FC U21 vs Sheffield United FC U21
Premier League Cup
13 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Sheffield United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Sheffield United FC have until 6pm on 6 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kidlington FC, Southern League Division One Central

Kidlington FC vs Didcot Town FC
Southern League Division One Central
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Kidlington FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Kidlington FC have until 6pm on 6 March 2023 to provide a response. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Didcot Town FC, Southern League Division One Central

Kidlington FC vs Didcot Town FC
Southern League Division One Central
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Didcot Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Didcot Town FC have until 6pm on 6 March 2023 to provide a response. 

Aggravated breach of FA Rule E3
Paul Doswell, Manager, Havant and Waterlooville
Ebbsfleet United FC v Havant & Waterlooville FC
National League – South
4 September 2021.
Deny/ Personal
Result – Proven. 12 match suspension and Education course.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sean McConville, Player, Accrington Stanley FC

Accrington Stanley FC vs Bolton Wanderers FC
EFL Trophy
22 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a match official.

Mr. McConville has until 6:00pm on Thursday 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wealdstone FC, National League Premier

Wealdstone FC vs York City FC
National League Premier
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture, Wealdstone FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Wealdstone FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leeds United AFC, Premier League 

Everton FC vs Leeds United AFC
Premier League
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 42nd minute of the fixture, Leeds United AFC failed to ensure that its players conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and/or do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

24 February 2023

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD
Arsenal FC, Premier League

Arsenal vs Manchester City
Premier League
15 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 56th minute of the fixture, Arsenal FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result
£65,000 fine 
£20,000 fine activated following Appeal Board order in the FA v Arsenal FC

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD
Manchester City FC, Premier League

Arsenal vs Manchester City
Premier League
15 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 42nd minute of the fixture, Manchester City failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.
2. It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture, Manchester City failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result 
£75,000 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Middlesbrough FC U19, U18 Premier League - North

Middlesbrough FC U19 vs Liverpool FC U19
U18 Premier League - North
28 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 72nd minute of the fixture Middlesborough FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Middlesbrough FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Warning 
£1250 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Liverpool FC U19, U18 Premier League - North

Middlesbrough FC U19 vs Liverpool FC U19
U18 Premier League - North
28 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 72nd minute of the fixture Liverpool FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Liverpool FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Warning 
£5000 fine 

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Tommy Leigh, Player, Accrington Stanley FC

Accrington Stanley FC vs Shrewsbury Town FC 
League One 
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 2nd minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, constitutes violent conduct.

Result 
3 Match Suspension 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kieron Evans, Player, Torquay United FC

Dorking Wanderers FC vs Torquay United FC
National League Premier
21 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or you used abusive and/or insulting language towards a match official.

Mr. Evans has until 6:00pm on Wednesday 1 March 2023 to provide a response. 

23 February 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Heckingbottom, Manager, Sheffield United FC

Sheffield United FC v Middlesborough FC
EFL Championship
16 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 74th minute of the fixture, his behaviour was improper and/or violent;
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, his behaviour was improper.
SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Milton Keynes Dons FC, EFL League One

Sheffield Wednesday FC vs Milton Keynes Dons FC
League One
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture, Milton Keynes Dons FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£2500 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (POST-MATCH MEDIA COMMENTS)
Billy Sharp, Player, Sheffield United FC

Sheffield United FC v Wrexham AFC
FA Cup
7 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his comments constitute improper conduct in that they imply bias and/or attack the integrity of the referee, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.

Mr Sharp has until 6:00pm on Tuesday 21st February 2023 to provide a response. 

RESULT
Warning  
£2500 Fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD
Forest Green Rovers FC, Football League One

Forest Green Rovers FC vs Charlton Athletic FC
Football League One
14 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Forest Green Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

RESULT 
Warning
£3500 Fine

INCIDENT ON OR AROUND THE FIELD OF PLAY – NON-STANDARD CASE
Marvin Johnson, Player, Sheffield Wednesday FC

Ipswich Town FC vs Sheffield Wednesday FC
EFL Football League One
11 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his conduct in or around the 16th minute of the fixture was improper and/or violent.

Mr Johnson denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT 
3 Match Suspension 

PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Harvey Kedwell, Charlton Athletic FC (U21s)

Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that you have failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the following fixture:

Charlton Athletic FC (U21s) v Hull City FC (U21s)
Premier League Cup
5 January 2023

Mr. Kedwell admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT 
1 match suspension 

FAILING TO ENSURE THAT A PLAYER ASSOCIATED WITH THE CLUB COMPLIED WITH AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Charlton Athletic FC (U21s)

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that you failed to ensure that Mr. Harvey Kedwell complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:

Charlton Athletic FC (U21s) v Hull City FC (U21s)
Premier League Cup
5 January 2023

Charlton Athletic FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT 
£500 Fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Enfield Town FC, Isthmian League – Premier Division

Enfield Town FC vs Bishop’s Stortford FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
3 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, Enfield Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Enfield Town FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT 
£500 Fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bishop’s Stortford FC, Isthmian League – Premier Division

Enfield Town FC vs Bishop’s Stortford FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
3 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, Enfield Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Bishop’s Stortford FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT 
£500 Fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Manchester United FC, Premier League

Manchester United FC vs Crystal Palace FC
Premier League
4 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 67th minute of the fixture, Manchester United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative and/or violent behaviour.

Manchester United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
£55,000 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Crystal Palace FC, Premier League

Manchester United FC vs Crystal Palace FC
Premier League
4 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 – It is alleged that in or around the 67th minute of the fixture, Crystal Palace FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Crystal Palace FC deny the Charge and elect a Personal Hearing.

RESULT
Proven
£55,000 fine 

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Swansea City AFC, EFL Championship 

Swansea City AFC vs Blackpool FC
EFL Championship
15 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 1st minute of the fixture, Swansea City AFC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Admit Paper
Result - £7,500 fine.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD
Terry Skiverton, Assistant Manager, AFC Wimbledon

Northampton Town FC v AFC Wimbledon
EFL League Two
14 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that upon the full-time minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was improper.

Admit/ Contest SP1
Result- Challenge to SP1 offered (£500) upheld. £250 fine applied.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sutton United FC, EFL League Two

Hartlepool United FC vs Sutton United FC
EFL League Two
11 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 15th minute of the fixture, Sutton United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result - £5,000 fine.

22 February 2023

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Saidou Khan, Player, Swindon Town FC

Salford City FC v Swindon Town FC
EFL League Two
18 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, constitutes violent conduct.

Mr. Khan admits the Charge and accepts the Automatic Penalty (5 match suspension). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ian Deakin, Manager, Long Eaton United FC

Long Eaton United FC v Carlton Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
2 January 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 words towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture in or around the tunnel area his behaviour was improper and/or violent.

Mr. Deakin has until 6pm on 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jamie McGuire, Player, Long Eaton United FC

Long Eaton United FC v Carlton Town FC
Northern Premier League East Division
2 January 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.

Mr. McGuire has until 6pm on 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Darren Baskeyfield, Kitman, Hanley Town FC

Macclesfield FC vs Hanley Town FC
Northern Premier League West Division
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that during the half time interval his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
2. It is alleged that during the half time interval his conduct was improper for failing to provide his name to a Match Official.

Mr. Baskeyfield has until 6pm on 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
David Lewis, Manager, Lymington Town FC

AFC Totton vs Lymington Town FC
Southern League Division One South
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1: It is alleged that in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr. Lewis has until 6pm on 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Martin Carruthers, Manager, Matlock Town FC

Matlock Town FC v Morpeth Town FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
7 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 91st minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper towards a Match Official.

Mr. Carruthers has until 6pm on 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Rob Dray, Manager, Taunton Town FC

Weymouth FC vs Taunton Town FC
National League South
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the second half of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr. Dray has until 6pm on 2 March 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Faili, Chairman, Three Bridges FC

Three Bridges FC vs Sittingbourne FC
Isthmian League - South East
15 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that during the first half of the fixture, Mr. Faili used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official; and
2. It is alleged that in or around the 93rd minute of the fixture, Mr. Faili used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr. Faili denies the charge and elects a personal hearing.

Result 
Not proven 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Liverpool FC, Premier League

Liverpool FC v Everton FC
Premier League
13 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture, Liverpool FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Liverpool FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
£25,000 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Everton FC, Premier League

Liverpool FC v Everton FC
Premier League
13 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 86th minute of the fixture, Everton FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Everton FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
£40,000 fine 

21 February 2023

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Coggeshall Town FC, Isthmian League North 

Felixstowe & Walton United FC vs Coggeshall Town FC
Isthmian League North
27 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture, Coggeshall Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Coggeshall Town FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD
Charlton Athletic FC, Football League One

Forest Green Rovers FC vs Charlton Athletic FC
Football League One
14 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Charlton Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Charlton Athletic FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£2500 fine).

20 February 2023

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dorking Wanderers FC, National League Premier

Dorking Wanderers FC vs Solihull Moors FC
National League Premier
28 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, Dorking Wanderers FC failed to ensure that its technical staff conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Dorking Wanderers FC deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
Non Proven

MISCONDUCT - SUCCESSFUL DECEPTION OF A MATCH OFFICIAL 
Eveliina Summanen, Player, Tottenham Hotspur Women FC

Tottenham Hotspur Women FC v Manchester United Women FC
The Barclays Women’s Super League
12 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that her behaviour in or around the 80th minute of the fixture, in committing a clear act of simulation which led to the dismissal of an opponent, amounts to improper conduct.

Ms. Summanen denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
Result – Proven. 2 Match Suspension.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Banbury United FC

Banbury United FC vs Gateshead FC
FA Challenge Trophy
11 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Banbury United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Banbury United FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine). 

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Gateshead FC

Banbury United FC vs Gateshead FC
FA Challenge Trophy
11 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Gateshead United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Gateshead FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine). 

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Hartlepool United FC, EFL League Two

Hartlepool United FC vs Sutton United FC
EFL League Two
11 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 15th minute of the fixture, Hartlepool United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Hartlepool United FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£1000 fine).

17 February 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jake Wigley, Gosport Borough FC

Metropolitan Police FC vs Gosport Borough FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
11 October 2022

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

Mr Wigley admits the Charge, does not accept Standard Penalty 1 and elects a Paper Hearing. 

16 February 2023

MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Darlington FC, National League - North

Scarborough Athletic FC v Darlington FC
National League - North
2 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E21.4 - It is alleged that during the fixture Darlington FC failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and failed to ensure those persons did not use words or otherwise behave in an improper and/or offensive and/or abusive and/or insulting manner with either express or implied reference to gender.

Darlington FC have until 6pm on Friday 24 February 2023 to provide a response. 

MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Scarborough Athletic FC, National League - North

Scarborough Athletic FC v Darlington FC
National League - North
2 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E21.4 - It is alleged that during the fixture Scarborough Athletic FC failed to ensure that its spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and failed to ensure those persons did not use words or otherwise behave in an improper and/or offensive and/or abusive and/or insulting manner with either express or implied reference to gender.

Scarborough Athletic FC have until 6pm on Friday 24 February 2023 to provide a response. 

MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO DISCRIMINATION
Martin Campbell, Goalkeeper Coach, Warrington Rylands FC 

Warrington Rylands FC vs Nantwich Town FC
Northern Premier League
3 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his language towards a Nantwich Town FC player 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 sexuality.

Mr Campbell admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chris Moore, U18 Premier League - North

Middlesbrough FC U19 vs Newcastle United FC U19
U18 Premier League - North
21 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the changing room area upon completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aryantaj Tajbakhsh, Player, Kings Langley FC

Kings Langley FC vs Hednesford Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
12 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the second half of the fixture, Mr. Tajbakhsh’s behaviour was improper and/or abusive and/or indecent towards the Hednesford Town FC Physio.

Mr. Tajbakhsh denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Lewis Montsma, Player, Lincoln City FC

Lincoln City FC vs Bristol Rovers FC
League One
11 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 81st minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, constitutes violent conduct.
Admit/ Contest Automatic Penalty

Result – Automatic Penalty Applies. 3 Match Suspension.

INCIDENT ON OR AROUND THE FIELD OF PLAY – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Gibbons, Bristol Rovers FC

Bristol Rovers FC vs Milton Keynes Dons FC
Football League One
4 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that his conduct in or around the 23rd minute of the fixture was improper. 
2. It is alleged that his conduct in or around the 53rd minute of the fixture was improper.
SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Norwich City FC, EFL Championship

Norwich City FC vs Burnley FC
EFL Championship
4 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 68th minute of the fixture, Norwich City FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Norwich City FC have until 6:00pm on Monday 13 February 2023 to provide a response. 

Result 
£10,000 fine 

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Dulwich Hamlet FC, National League South

Slough Town FC vs Dulwich Hamlet FC
National League South
21 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 55th minute of the fixture, Dulwich Hamlet FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result 
£400 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mustafa Bashkal, Haringey Borough FC, Isthmian League Premier Division

Wingate & Finchley FC vs Haringey Borough FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 28th minute of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or violent.

Mr. Bashkal has until 6pm on 6 February 2023 to provide a response.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£150 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ahmet Rifat, Wingate & Finchley FC, Isthmian League Premier Division

Wingate & Finchley FC vs Haringey Borough FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 28th minute of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting and/or violent.

Mr. Rifat admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£150 fine

15 February 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Brad Munn, Manager, Loughborough Dynamo FC

Harborough Town FC vs Loughborough Dynamo FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
26 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Curtis Woodhouse, Manager, Marske United FC

Marske United FC vs Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League
3 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - 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.

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

14 February 2023

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Ella Toone, Manchester United Women FC
Tottenham Hotspur Women FC v Manchester United Women FC
The FA WSL
12/02/2023
S2 – Violent Conduct

Result 
Claim upheld 
3 match suspension removed 

13 February 2023

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Ryan Inniss, Charlton Athletic FC

Charlton Athletic FC v Fleetwood Town FC
English Football League 1
11/02/2023
S5 – DOGSO

Result 
Claim upheld 
Suspension removed 

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL- David to Chair 
Ryan Loft, Bristol Rovers

Lincoln City FC v Bristol Rovers
English Football League 1
11/02/2023
S1 – Serious Foul Play

Result 
Claim dismissed
Suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL/Excessive Punishment 
Rory Feely, Barrow AFC

Barrow AFC v Newport County AFC
English Football League 2
11/02/2023
S1 – Serious Foul Play

Result 
Claim dismissed
Suspension remains                                          
INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ronnie Henry, Coach, Stevenage FC

Hitchin Town First vs Stevenage FC
Herts Senior Challenge Cup
9 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper;
2. It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute of the fixture, following his dismissal, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper; and
3. It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Mr. Henry admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (MEDIA COMMENTS)
Charlie Harris, Whitehawk FC

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that his comments are improper and/or insulting in that they question the integrity of a Match Official and/or imply bias on the part of a Match Official, contrary to FA Rule E3.1.

Mr Harris admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
George Glendon, Player, Chester FC

Brackley Town FC vs Chester FC
National League North
7 January 2023

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

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stuart Boardley, Player, Felixstowe & Walton United FC

Felixstowe & Walton United FC vs Coggeshall Town FC
Isthmian League North
27 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture his behaviour was violent and/or improper.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Wigan Athletic FC, EFL Championship

Blackburn Rovers FC vs Wigan Athletic FC
EFL Championship
6 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, Wigan Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Wigan Athletic FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£5000 fine).

10 February 2023

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Taunton Town FC

Torquay United FC vs Taunton Town FC
FA Trophy
17 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 43rd minute of the fixture, Taunton Town FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Taunton Town FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sheffield FC, Northern Premier League - Division One East

Sheffield FC v Ossett United FC
22nd November 2022
Northern Premier League - Division One East

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that on 22nd November 2022, the club acted in an improper manner by completing and submitting a falsified ‘Referee’s Postponement/Abandonment Form’ to the Northern Premier League, contrary to Rule E3.1.

Sheffield FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Blackburn Rovers FC, EFL Championship

Blackburn Rovers FC vs Wigan Athletic FC
EFL Championship
6 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, Blackburn Rovers FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Blackburn Rovers FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£5000 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD
Tony Philliskirk, U18 Head Coach, Burnley FC

Burnley FC (Under 19s) v Barnsley FC (Under 19s)
U18 Professional Development League – North
19 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that in upon completion of the fixture, Mr. Philliskirk used insulting and/or improper words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr. Philliskirk admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Warning 
1 Match Touchline Ban 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hendon FC

Chippenham Town FC v Hendon FC
FA Cup
18 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture in and around the field of play, Hendon 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.

Hendon FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£600 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Alexander Addai, Player, Sittingbourne FC

Corinthian FC vs Sittingbourne FC
Isthmian League Cup
4 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture, following his dismissal, his behaviour was improper.

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

Result 
£50 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Warren Feeney, Manager, Welling United FC

Worthing FC v Welling United FC
National League South
7 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper toward a Match Official.

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

Result 
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£600 fine 

9 February 2023

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Sam Finley, Player, Bristol Rovers FC

Bristol Rovers FC vs Milton Keynes Dons FC 
League One 
4 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 – It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, constitutes violent conduct.

Mr Finley admits the Charge and accepts the Automatic Penalty (3 match suspension). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (MEDIA COMMENTS)
Jake Robinson, Worthing FC

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that his comments are abusive and/or improper and/or bring the game into disrepute, contrary to Rule E3.1.

The Participant/Club has until 6pm on 17 February 2023 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Chedwyn Evans, Preston North End FC, EFL Championship

Preston North End FC v Bristol City FC
EFL Championship
6 February 2023

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 – It is alleged that his behaviour in or around 79th minute of the fixture, as evidenced in the video clips, constitutes violent conduct.
Deny Paper

Result – Proven. 4 match suspension effective immediately. 

8 February 2023

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Felixstowe & Walton United FC, Isthmian League North 

Felixstowe & Walton United FC vs Coggeshall Town FC
Isthmian League North
27 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture, Felixstowe & Walton United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Felixstowe & Walton United FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Andy Leese, Manager, Enfield Town FC

Enfield Town FC vs Bishop’s Stortford FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
3 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

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

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Wimbledon, EFL League Two

AFC Wimbledon vs Stockport County FC
EFL League Two
28 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 8th minute of the fixture, AFC Wimbledon failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

AFC Wimbledon admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£2500 fine 

SURROUNDING OF A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stockport County FC, EFL League Two

AFC Wimbledon vs Stockport County FC
EFL League Two
28 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 8th minute of the fixture, Stockport County FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Result 
£1250 fine 

7 February 2023

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Arsenal FC

Oxford United FC vs Arsenal FC
The FA Cup
9 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 34th minute of the fixture, Arsenal FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Arsenal FC deny the charge and elect a paper hearing. 

Regulatory Commission Result 
Proven
£40,000 fine

Appeal Board Result
FA Appeal upheld on ground fine was unduly lenient.

New penalty imposed: £60,000 fine. £20,000 suspended until the end of 22/23 season provided there is no further breach of FA Rule E20.1.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Chris Cummins, Manager, Kings Langley FC

Kings Langley FC vs Nuneaton Borough FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
28 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bedfont Sports FC, Isthmian League – South Central

Bedfont Sports FC v Westfield FC
Isthmian League - South Central
5 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Bedfont Sports FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Bedfont Sports FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO BETTING
Luke Winsper, Player, Milborne Port FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – Misconduct in respect of 2,922 bets placed on football matches between 06 March 2015 to 22 May 2022.

Mr. Winsper admits the charge and elects a paper hearing. 

Result 
6 Month suspension from All Football and Football Related Activity
£100 fine. 

MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION INVESTIGATION INTO MR. TITO DAVIDSON
Tito Davidson, Player, Kings Arms FC

Breach of FA Rule F3 – It is alleged that Mr. Davidson has not complied with requirements pursuant to FA Rule F2, by failing to make himself available to attend an interview to answer questions and provide information at a time and place determined by The Football Association.

Mr. Davidson has until 6pm on 28 December 2022 to provide a response. 

Result 
Suspended from All Football and Football Related Activity until Participant complies with FA investigation.

6 February 2023

MASS CONFRONATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Billericay Town FC, Isthmian League Premier Division

Billericay Town FC vs Aveley FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
20 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Billericay Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Billericay Town FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Billy Heath, Manager, Alfreton Town FC

Alfreton Town FC v Farsley Celtic FC
National League North
7 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a Match Official and/or questioned their integrity.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Adam Stevens, Manager, Coalville Town FC

Hitchin Town FC vs Coalville Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
14 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

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

MASS CONFRONATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aveley FC, Isthmian League Premier Division

Billericay Town FC vs Aveley FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
20 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Aveley FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Aveley FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Chorley FC, National League North

Buxton FC vs Chorley FC
National League North
10 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 97th minute of the fixture, Chorley FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

Chorley FC admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Paul Holleran, Manager, Leamington FC

Leamington FC v AFC Telford United
National League North 
1 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – 
1. It is alleged that in or around the 54th minute his language and/or behaviour was improper.
2. It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper.

Mr. Holleran admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Nick Chadwick, Assistant Manager, Rochdale AFC

Rochdale AFC v Carlisle United FC
EFL League Two
28 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged upon the full-time minute of the fixture, his language and/or behaviour was improper.

Mr. Chadwick admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine). 

3 February 2023

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Nick Spooner, Manager, Hyde United FC

Hyde United FC vs Warrington Town FC
Northern Premier League
10 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during half time of the fixture, in or around the field of play, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT (CROWD CONTROL) – NON-STANDARD CASE
Littlehampton Town FC

Hanworth Villa FC v Littlehampton Town FC
FA Challenge Trophy
24 September 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 - 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 refrain from using words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper, offensive, abusive, indecent, or insulting with either express or implied reference to gender and/or refrain from throwing missiles or other potentially harmful or dangerous objects at or on to the pitch.

Littlehampton Town FC admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Glenn Howes, Manager, Dorchester Town FC

Hartley Wintney FC vs Dorchester Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
7 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper.

Mr. Howes admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£150 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Danny Scopes, Manager, Aveley FC

Billericay Town FC vs Aveley FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
20 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute his behaviour was improper.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bracknell Town FC

Eastbourne Borough FC vs Bracknell Town FC
FA Trophy
17 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute, Bracknell Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Bracknell Town FC deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Bradley Norris, Larkhall Athletic FC

Wimborne Town FC v Larkhall Athletic FC
Southern League - Division One South
Saturday, September 17 (15:00)

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that Nr. Norris’ language towards a Wimborne FC player 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 race and/or colour and/or disability.

Mr. Norris denies the charge and elects a paper hearing.

Result 
Proven 
Warning
6 match suspension 
FA Education Course
£200 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ben Smith, Manager, Herne Bay FC

Corinthian-Casuals FC v Herne Bay FC
Isthmian League - Premier Division
5 November 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture Mr. Smith’s language and/or behaviour 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 Official.

Result 
Warning
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£250 Fine 

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT (CHARGES 1 & 3) 
E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS (CHARGE 2)
Mark Howarth, Player, Marine FC

South Shields FC v Marine FC
Northern Premier League Premier Division
7 January 2023

Charge 1 - It is alleged that in or around the 61st minute of the fixture he used a combination of abusive, indecent or insulting words or behaviour towards a match official.
Charge 2 - It is alleged that in or around the 61st minute of the fixture he committed the sending off offence of violent conduct.
Please note that The Football Association has brought this charge under Rule E3 pursuant to Regulation 5 of the On-Field Regulations (p. 192 of The FA Handbook Season 2022-23), notwithstanding your dismissal for the said violent conduct.
Charge 3 - It is alleged that in or around the 61st minute of the fixture he acted in an improper and/or threatening manner towards a match official.

Mark Howarth admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Warning
3 Match Suspension
£300 Fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Martin Dynan, Manager, Hayward Heaths Town FC

Cray Valley vs Haywards Heath Town FC
Isthmian League – South East
22 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in or around the 59th minute of the fixture, Mr. Dynan used abusive and/or insulting and/or improper words towards a Match Official.

Mr. Dynan did not provide a response.

Result
Warning
2 Match Touchline Ban 
£125 Fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Shamus Wiggans, Player, Littlehampton Town FC

Littlehampton Town FC vs Ashford United FC
Isthmian League – South East
1 October 2022

Breach of FA Rule E3:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture, following Mr. Wiggans’ dismissal, your language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper; and
2. It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, in the tunnel area his language was further abusive and/or insulting and/or improper.

Mr. Wiggans did not provide a response.

Result 
Warning
4 Match Suspension
£125 Fine 

2 February 2023

Participating in a fixture whilst under an automatic suspension
Tom Sawyer, Player, Grimsby Borough FC, Northern Premier League – East Division

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

Shildon AFC v Grimsby Borough FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
29 November 2022

Mr. Sawyer admits the charge and elects a paper hearing. 

Result
Serve outstanding suspension immediately 
£50 fine 

Failing to ensure that a Player associated with the Club complied with an automatic suspension
Grimsby Borough FC, Northern Premier League – East Division

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that you failed to ensure that Mr. Tom Sawyer complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:

Shildon AFC v Grimsby Borough FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
29 November 2022

Grimsby Borough FC admit the charge and elect a paper hearing.

Result 
£100 fine 

MISCONDUCT - PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Southall FC, Isthmian South Central

Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that Southall FC failed to ensure Mr. Carl Pearce complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:
Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that Southall FC failed to ensure Mr. Bello-Balogun complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:
Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that Southall FC failed to ensure Mr. Jack Roper complied with an automatic suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:

Westfield FC v Southall FC
Isthmian South Central
12 November 2022

Southall FC deny the charge and elect a paper hearing.

Result 
Warning as to future conduct 
£300 fine

MISCONDUCT - PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Jack Roper, Southall FC, Isthmian South Central

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

Westfield FC v Southall FC
Isthmian South Central
12 November 2022

Mr. Roper denies the charge and elects a paper hearing.

Result
Serve outstanding suspension immediately 
£50 fine 

MISCONDUCT - PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Carl Pearce, Southall FC, Isthmian South Central

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

Westfield FC v Southall FC
Isthmian South Central
12 November 2022

Mr. Pearce denies the charge and elects a paper hearing.

Result
Serve outstanding suspension immediately 
£50 fine 

MISCONDUCT - PARTICIPATING IN A FIXTURE WHILST UNDER AN AUTOMATIC SUSPENSION
Samuel Bello-Balogun, Southall FC, Isthmian South Central

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that Mr. Bello-Balogun failed to comply with an automatic suspension by participating in the following fixture:

Southall FC v Binfield FC
Isthmian South Central
19 November 2022

Mr. Bello-Balogun denies the charge and elects a paper hearing.

Result
Serve outstanding suspension immediately 
£50 fine 

1 February 2023

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL - STANDARD CASE
Alvechurch FC, Southern League Premier Division Central

Alvechurch FC vs Redditch United FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
26 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in or around the 8th minute of the fixture, Alvechurch FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.

The Club have until 6pm on 9th February 2023 to provide a response. 

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

Widnes FC vs Newcastle Town FC
Northern Premier League West Division
14 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the second half of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.

Mr Lawton has until 6pm on 9th February 2023 to provide a response. 

MISCONDUCT IN RELATION TO DISCRIMINATION
Andy Mangan, Assistant Manager, Bristol Rovers FC

Bristol Rovers FC V Plymouth Argyle FC
22nd October 2022
League One

Breach of FA Rule E3 – It is alleged that on 22nd October 2022, during the half time period of the match between Bristol Rovers FC V Plymouth Argyle FC, Mr. Mangan’s language and/or behaviour towards a Plymouth Argyle FC staff member was abusive and/or insulting contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that the breach of FA 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.

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Fylde, National League North

Gloucester City FC vs AFC Fylde
National League North
3 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 87th 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.

Result 
£800 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Curzon Ashton FC, National League North

Southport FC v Curzon Ashton FC
National League North
2 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture, Curzon Ashton FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Result 
£400

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Southport FC, National League North

Southport FC v Curzon Ashton FC
National League North
2 January 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture, Southport FC failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Result 
£400

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chelmsford City FC, National League South

Dulwich Hamlet FC vs Chelmsford City FC
National League South
6 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 76th minute, Chelmsford City FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Chelmsford City FC admit the charge and elect a paper hearing.

Result 
£800

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dulwich Hamlet FC, National League South

Dulwich Hamlet FC vs Chelmsford City FC
National League South
6 December 2022

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 76th minute, Dulwich Hamlet FC failed to ensure that its players and/or bench occupants conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour.

Dulwich Hamlet FC admit the charge and elect a paper hearing.

Result 
£1000

By FA Staff