Disciplinary charges, responses and suspensions for March 2024

30 March 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Ronan Curtis, AFC Wimbledon

AFC Wimbledon vs Harrogate Town FC
EFL League Two
29th March 2024

S1 Serious Foul Play

RESULT: Claim dismissed (both grounds) - Standard punishment to remain in place

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Thomas Anderson, Doncaster Rovers FC

Crawley Town vs Doncaster Rovers FC
EFL League Two
29th March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT: Claim dismissed (both grounds) - Standard punishment to remain in place

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Mike Fondop, Oldham Athletic FC

Oldham Athletic FC vs AFC Fylde
National League – Premier
29th March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT: Claim dismissed (both grounds) - Standard punishment to remain in place

28 March 2024

Participating in a fixture whilst under a suspension
Connor Kennedy, Player, Harborough Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E10 - It is alleged that he has failed to comply with a suspension by participating in the following fixtures:

Harborough Town FC v Gresley Rovers FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
27 January 2024

Harborough Town FC v Bedworth United FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
3 February 2024

Result
Must serve out original suspension
1 match suspension

Failing to ensure that a Player associated with the Club complied with a suspension
Harborough Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E12 - It is alleged that they failed to ensure that Mr Connor Kennedy complied with a suspension, in that he participated in the following fixtures:

Harborough Town FC v Gresley Rovers FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
27 January 2024

Harborough Town FC v Bedworth United FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
3 February 2024

Result
£100 fine

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Weymouth FC

Weymouth FC vs Tonbridge Angels FC
National League South
14 October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 64th minute of the fixture, Tonbridge Angels FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper.

Result
£600 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jamie Crellin, Manager, Three Bridges FC

Sheppey United FC vs Three Bridges FC
Isthmian League South-East
3 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 44th minute of the fixture his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, his language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper and/or questioned the integrity of the Match Official.

Mr Crellin admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
1 Match touchline ban
£100 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Matt Uggla, Co-Chair, York City FC

York City FC vs Ebbsfleet FC
National League Premier
23 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and/or violent.

Mr Uggla admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
£250.00 fine

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

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

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

Mr Foyo admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION - NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Bournemouth U18s

Ipswich Town U18 v AFC Bournemouth U18
U18 Professional Development League South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 75th minute of the fixture AFC Bournemouth failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION - NON-STANDARD CASE
Ipswich Town FC U18s

Ipswich Town U18 v AFC Bournemouth U18
U18 Professional Development League South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 75th minute of the fixture Ipswich Town FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Paul Doswell, Manager, Sholing FC

Hungerford Town FC v Sholing FC
Southern League Premier Division South
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 61st minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jordan Parkin, Sports Therapist, Worksop Town FC

Marine FC v Worksop Town FC
Northern Premier League
27 January 2024

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

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ewan Coleman, Kit Manager, Worksop Town FC

Marine FC v Worksop Town FC
Northern Premier League
27 January 2024

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

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Liam Sculley, CEO, Lincoln City FC

Lincoln City FC v Bristol Rovers FC
EFL League One
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in following the completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, his language and/or behaviour was improper and/or threatening towards a Match Official.

Result
Proven
1 Match Ground Ban
£2000 fine

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tommy Boxer, Player, New Salamis FC

Heybridge Swifts FC vs New Salamis FC
Isthmian League North
3 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner towards the Match Referee and/or acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the field of play and/or used insulting words towards a Match Referee.
2. It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a Mach Official(s).

Mr Boxer admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
2 Match Touchline Ban
£150 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Tarrelle Whittaker, Player, Hemel Hempstead Town FC

Maidstone United FC vs Hemel Hempstead Town FC
National League – South
Saturday 10th February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that the breach of FA Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach” as defined by FA Rule E3.2, as it included a reference, whether express or implied, to disability.

Mr Whittaker admits the charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
6 match suspension (2 already served)
Mandatory Education Course
£250 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Joe Simpson, Coach, Boston United FC

Scarborough Athletic FC vs Boston United FC
National League North
16 January 2024

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

Mr Simpson admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing.

Result
£150 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chris Agutter, Manager, Hastings United FC

Hastings United FC v Lewes FC
Isthmian League – Premier
10 February 2024

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

Mr Agutter admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
2 match extended touchline ban
£250 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Dan Whiteside, Coach, Stalybridge Celtic FC 

Stalybridge Celtic FC v Clitheroe FC
Northern Premier League – West Division
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that during the fixture he acted in an improper manner by delaying the restart of play by the opposing team, leading to his dismissal.

2. It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner by returning to the field of play and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Whiteside admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• 2 match touchline ban
• £100 fine

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

Hanwell Town FC v Basingstoke Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
13 January 2024

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

Mr Moore admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• 2 match touchline ban
• £200 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
John Ramshaw, Assistant Manager, Loughborough Dynamo FC 

Loughborough Dynamo FC v Quorn FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, in or around the tunnel area, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to a red card being shown to him.
2. It is alleged that following a red card being shown to him, in or around the tunnel area, he behaved in a threatening manner and/or used violent conduct towards a Match Official.

Mr Ramshaw denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Charge 1 - Proven
• Charge 2 – Not Proven
• 2 match touchline ban/£150.00 fine

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Daniel Burns – Pontefract Collieries

Bridlington Town FC v Pontefract Collieries
Northern Premier League Division One East
23 March 2024

S5 – Denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity to an opponent moving towards the player’s goal by an offence punishable by a free kick or a penalty kick

RESULT
• Upheld
• 3 match suspension withdrawn

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Wayne Whitfield – Newton Aycliffe

Newton Aycliffe v Winterton Rangers
Northern Premier League Division One East
23 March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
• Upheld
• 3 match suspension withdrawn

27 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Ryan Catterick, Player, Bishop Auckland FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 49 bets placed on football matches between 3 January 2020 to 16 January 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Catterick has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Chris Appleton, Head of Goalkeeping, Witton Albion FC

Witton Albion FC v Prescot Cables FC
Northern Premier League West Division
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 75th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Appleton has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Adam Hinshelwood, Manager, York City FC (formerly Worthing FC)

Weymouth FC vs Worthing FC
National League South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 69th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Hinshelwood has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Danny Robinson, Manager, Hungerford Town FC

Hendon FC vs Hungerford Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 39th minute of the fixture your behaviour was improper, leading to your dismissal.

Mr Robinson has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Dean Baker, Coach, Bradford Park Avenue FC

Workington AFC v Bradford Park Avenue FC
Northern Premier League
10 February 2024

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

Mr Baker has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Robert Blake, Manager, Bognor Regis Town FC

Bognor Regis Town FC v Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 93rd minute of the fixture you acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words to a Match Official.

Mr Blake admits the Charge and elects Standard Penalty 1 - £150 fine and a 1-match touchline suspension.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
David Birmingham, Coach, Bognor Regis Town FC

Bognor Regis Town FC v Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged upon completion of the fixture he acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official, by entering the field of play at full time to confront the Match Official.

Mr Birmingham admits the Charge and elects Standard Penalty 1 - £150 fine and a 1-match touchline suspension.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Gary Flinn, Manager, Leighton Town FC

Leighton Town FC v Thame United FC
Southern League – Division One Central
17 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 69th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive behaviour towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Flinn has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Andrew Danylyszyn, Head Coach, Basford United FC

Basford United FC vs Hyde United FC
Northern Premier League – Premier Division
10 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 77th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Danylyszyn has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Neil Kitching, Manager, Boldmere St Michaels FC

Boldmere St Michaels FC vs Harborough Town FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
17 February 2024

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

Mr Kitching has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ahmet Rifat, Manager, Wingate & Finchley FC

Wingate & Finchley FC v Bognor Regis Town FC
Isthmian League – Premier Division
16 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner during the halftime interval, in/or around the changing room area, and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Rifat admits the Charge and elects Standard Penalty 1 - £150 fine and a 1-match touchline suspension

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

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

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

Mr Hadfield has until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Scunthorpe United FC

Scunthorpe United FC vs Chester FC
National League North
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 74th minute of the fixture, Scunthorpe United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club have until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chester FC

Scunthorpe United FC vs Chester FC
National League North
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 74th minute of the fixture, Chester FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club have until 6pm on 8th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT ON OR AROUND THE FIELD OF PLAY – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kerstin Casparij, Player, Manchester City Women FC

Manchester City Women FC vs Manchester United Women FC
The Barclays Women’s Super League
23 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that your conduct in or around the 37th minute of the fixture, contrary to FIFA Laws of the Game – Law 12, was offensive, insulting or abusive action(s).

Ms. Casparij has until 6:00pm on 3 April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - NON-STANDARD CASE
Ben Petty, U21s Manager, Leicester City FC

Leicester City U21 vs Southampton FC U21
Premier League 2 – Division 1
29 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following conclusion of the above fixture his language and/or behaviour was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a match official.

Mr Petty admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
1 Match touchline ban
£500 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tom Prodomo, Reserves Manager, AFC Bournemouth

AFC Bournemouth Reserves v Watford FC Reserves
Professional Development League South
30 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the first half of the above fixture he repeatedly acted in an improper manner, resulting in two cautions, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Prodomo has until 6pm on 7th March 2024 to provide a response.

Result
1 Match touchline ban
£250 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Leeds United FC

Sheffield United FC U18 v Leeds United AFC U18
FA Youth Cup
7 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 62nd minute of the fixture Leeds United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted did not behave in a way which was improper and provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result  
£2500 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sheffield United FC

Sheffield United FC U18 v Leeds United AFC U18
FA Youth Cup
7 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 62nd minute of the fixture Sheffield United FC failed to ensure that its players conducted did not behave in a way which was improper and provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result  
£7500 fine

26 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS (NON-STANDARD CASE)
Andy Somo, Player, Kingstonian FC

Kingstonian FC v Hornchurch FC
Isthmian League
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3:
Charge 1 - It is alleged that in or around 34th minute and 35th minute of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent conduct and/or threatening and/or abusive words or behaviour towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
Charge 2 - It is alleged that immediately following his dismissal whilst on the field of play, he acted in an improper manner.
Charge 3 - It is alleged that during the half-time interval in the tunnel area, he acted in an improper manner and used threatening words or behaviour towards a Match Official.
Charge 4 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture in the tunnel area, he acted in an improper manner and used threatening words or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Somo denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

Result
Charge 4 withdrawn
Charges 1-3 -Proven
4 Match Suspension
£400 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mansfield Town FC U17s

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

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

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Lee Davidson, Coach, Melksham Town FC

Frome Town FC v Melksham Town FC
Southern League Division One South
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 83rd minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official which resulted in his dismissal.

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

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Jack West-Astuti, Player, Hythe Town FC

Littlehampton Town FC v Hythe Town FC
Isthmian League – South-East
10 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.

Mr West-Astuti admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Participating in a fixture whilst under a suspension
Chae Whitman-Brown, Player, Mansfield Town FC U18s

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

Grimsby Town FC U18 v Mansfield Town FC U18
EFL Youth Alliance
9 March 2024

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

Failing to ensure that a Player associated with the Club complied with a suspension
Mansfield Town FC U18s

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

Grimsby Town FC U18 v Mansfield Town FC U18
EFL Youth Alliance
9 March 2024

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Harry Hope, Player, Sittingbourne FC

Sittingbourne FC v Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League – South-East
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.

Mr Hope denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Carl Adams, Manager, Rugby Town FC

Rugby Town FC v Cambridge City FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
3 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner, by delaying the restart of play by the opposing team, leading to his dismissal.

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

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Abdul-Quadir Anidugbe, Player, Ramsgate FC

Sittingbourne FC v Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League – South-East
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon conclusion of the fixture his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.

Mr Anidugbe admits the Charge and elects a paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Craig Davis, Manager, Winchester City FC

Winchester City FC vs Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Premier Division South
23 December 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 and/or improper words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Davis admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jayden Campbell, Player, Chasetown FC

Leek Town FC v Chasetown FC
Northern Premier League West Division
16 December 2023

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

Mr Campbell admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Jepson, Manager, Basford United FC

Worksop Town FC vs Basford United FC
Northern Premier League
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 94th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Jepson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

25 March 2024

Participating in a fixture whilst under an automatic suspension – NON-STANDARD CASE
Steve Evans, Manager, Stevenage FC

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

Peterborough United FC v Stevenage FC
Football League One
13 March 2024

Result
1 Match Extended Touchline Ban
To correctly serve one match of the original automatic suspension
£1250

Participating in a fixture whilst under a suspension
Ross Marshall, Player, Torquay United FC

Breach of FA Rule E10 – It is alleged that he have failed to comply with a suspension by participating in the following fixture:

Weymouth FC v Torquay United FC
National League South
2 March 2024

Mr Marshall admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
Serve out original suspension
£250 fine

Failing to ensure that a Player associated with the Club complied with a suspension
Torquay United FC

Breach of FA Rule E12 – It is alleged that they failed to ensure that Mr Ross Marshall complied with a suspension, in that he participated in the following fixture:

Weymouth FC v Torquay United FC
National League South
2 March 2024

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result
Warning
£250 fine

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS – NON-STANDARD CASE
Abs Thompson, Player, Redbridge FC

New Salamis FC vs Redbridge FC
Isthmian League North
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around 90+3rd minute of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and/or used violent conduct.

Mr Thompson admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
3 Match suspension
£100 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
New Salamis FC

New Salamis FC vs Redbridge FC
Isthmian League North
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 90+3rd minute of the fixture, New Salamis FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result
£750 fine

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS – NON-STANDARD CASE
Panayiotis Boxer, Player, New Salamis FC

New Salamis FC vs Redbridge FC
Isthmian League North
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around 90+3rd minute of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and/or used violent conduct.

Mr Boxer admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
5 Match suspension
£150 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Redbridge FC

New Salamis FC vs Redbridge FC
Isthmian League North
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 90+3rd minute of the fixture, New Salamis FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or violent and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result
£450 fine

22 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Elsa Jones, Marketing Manager, Hanwell Town FC

Hanwell Town FC v Basingstoke Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture she acted in an improper manner towards a Match Official. 

Ms. Jones admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• £150.00 fine
• 1 match Ground/Stadium Ban

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mick Sloan, Chairman, Shepshed Dynamo FC

Anstey Nomads FC v Shepshed Dynamo FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official.

Mr Sloan admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• £150.00 fine
• 2 match Ground/Stadium ban
• Warning as to future conduct

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Damion Beckford-Quailey, Manager, Shepshed Dynamo FC

Anstey Nomads FC v Shepshed Dynamo FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
27 January 2024

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

Mr Beckford-Quailey admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Warning as to future conduct

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
Nahum Melvin-Lambert – Haringey Borough FC

Haringey Borough FC v Cray Wanders FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
16 March 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remain

21 March 2024
MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stoke City FC U17s

Stoke City FC U17 v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC U17
U17 Premier League Cup
27 February 2024

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

The Club have until 6pm on 28th March 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC U17s

Stoke City FC U17 v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC U17
U17 Premier League Cup
27 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in upon completion of the fixture Wolverhampton Wanderers FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club have until 6pm on 28th March 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Shrewsbury Town FC U17s

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

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

The Club have until 6pm on 27th March 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – BETTING
Will Spetch, Player, Dorchester Town FC

Breach of FA Rule E8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1(b) in respect of 800 bets placed on football matches between 15 March 2015 to 31 January 2024. It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8 (as applicable).

Mr Spetch has until 6pm on 21 March 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ben Austin, Coach, Welling United FC

Welling United FC v Aveley FC
National League South
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used abusive words towards a Match Official which resulted in his dismissal..

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Jerry Gill, Manager, Bath City FC

Slough Town FC v Bath City FC
National League South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that during and following the suspension of play in the fixture, his conduct was improper.

Mr Gill denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bath City FC

Slough Town FC v Bath City FC
National League South
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that during and following the suspension of play in the fixture, Bath City FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bristol Manor Farm FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Bristol Manor Farm FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lee Lashenko, Manager, Bristol Manor Farm FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent conduct.

Mr Lashenko denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Joe Walton, Player, Hebburn Town FC

Hebburn Town FC v Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the fixture, his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.

Mr Walton denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Craig Shipman, Assistant Manager, Aveley FC

Dover Athletic FC v Aveley FC
National League South
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – STANDARD CASE
Thame United FC

Thame United FC vs Leighton Town FC
Southern League Division One Central
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around 78th minute of the fixture, Thame United FC failed to ensure its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£200 fine). 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – ILLEGAL APPROACH
Grantham Town FC

Prescot Cables FC v Bootle FC
Northern Premier League West Division
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule C90-94 & F3:
1) They are charged in respect of your conduct in relation to an illegal approach made for Boston Town FC player, Silindile Sisa Tuntulwana (“the player”), contrary to FA Rule C90-C94. It is alleged that having provided Boston Town FC with written notice of their intention to approach the player on 8th November 2023, they invited the player to attend training with Grantham Town FC on 9th November 2023, having been told by Boston Town FC that they would not be willing to waive the seven day notice period.
2) They are charged with Misconduct for failing to provide documents requested by The Association, contrary to FA Rule F3. It is alleged that they failed to provide The Association with complete copies of WhatsApp messages between Silindile Sisa Tuntulwana and Grantham Town FC Manager, Paul Rawden, upon request by The Association under FA Rule F2.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Malvern Town FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Malvern Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Stephen Cleal, Manager, Malvern Town FC

Malvern Town FC vs Bristol Manor Farm FC
Southern League Division One South
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 57th minute of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent conduct.

Mr Cleal admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Wealdstone FC

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

Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Wealdstone FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not behave in a way which is improper, threatening or provocative; and/or encroach on to the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion, contrary to FA Rules E21.1, E21.2 and E21.3.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Ramsgate FC

Ramsgate FC V Woking FC
The FA Cup
04 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E21 – It is alleged that Ramsgate FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not behave in a way which is improper, threatening or provocative; and/or encroach on to the pitch or commit any form of pitch incursion, contrary to FA Rules E21.1 and E21.3.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Francois Mahop, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Hampton & Richmond Borough FC

Welling United FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
National League South
30 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 65th minute of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct.

Mr Mahop admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hampton & Richmond Borough FC

Welling United FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
National League South
30 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 65th minute of the fixture, Hampton & Richmond Borough FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Niall Clark, Head of Performance, Eastbourne Borough FC

Eastbourne Borough FC v Yeovil Town FC
National League South
23 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that at half time of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Sean Kelleher, Coach, Hanwell Town FC

Hanwell Town FC v Basingstoke Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
13 January 2024

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

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - BETTING
Sandro Tonali, Player, Newcastle United FC

Breach of FA Rule £8 – He is charged with Misconduct under FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 50 bets placed on football matches between 12 August 2023 and 12 October 2023 (both dates inclusive). It is alleged that each bet is a separate breach of FA Rule E8.1.

Mr Tonali has until 6pm on 5th April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jack Wells, Manager, Aylesbury United FC

Aylesbury United FC v Stotfold FC
Southern League Division One Central
6 January 2024

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

Mr Wells has until 6pm on 1st April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Callum Woodward, Player, Coventry Sphinx FC

Coleshill Town FC vs Coventry Sphinx FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
27 January 2024

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

Mr Woodward has until 6pm on 1st April 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Weston Super Mare AFC

Havant & Waterlooville FC vs Weston Super Mare AFC
National League South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Weston Super Mare AFC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 1st April 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Havant & Waterlooville FC

Havant & Waterlooville FC vs Weston Super Mare AFC
National League South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 89th minute of the fixture, Havant & Waterlooville FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club have until 6pm on 1st April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Cameron Morris, Player, Shrewsbury FC U18s

Morecambe FC U18 vs Shrewsbury Town FC U18
Youth Alliance North-West Conference
10 February 2024

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

Mr Morris has until 6pm on 1st April 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jordan Berry, Manager, Harrow Borough FC

Poole Town FC v Harrow Borough FC
Southern League South
23 December 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 towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Bromley FC U15 KYL

Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC U15 Kent v Bromley FC U15 KYL
U15 North – Kent Youth League
4 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 86th minute of the fixture Bromley FC U15 KYL failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Brett Donnelly, Manager, Stotfold FC

Stotfold FC v Barton Rovers FC
Southern League – Division One Central
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that he acted in an improper manner by delaying the restart of play by the opposing team, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Donnelly admits the Charge, electing a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Warning 
£100 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Louis Ramsey, Player, Billericay Town FC

Canvey Island FC vs Billericay Town FC
Isthmian League Premier
10 February 2024

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

Mr Ramsey admits the Charge, electing a paper hearing

Result 
3 match suspension 
£300 fine 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mitchell Duggan-Player- Warrington Town 

Warrington Town FC vs Tamworth FC
National League North
9 January 2024

Charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3.1 in respect of the above fixture.

It is alleged that following that following his dismissal in the above fixture, his behaviour and/or language in/or around the
match officials changing room was abusive and/or insulting and/or threatening and/or violent towards a match official.

Mr Duggan denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
6 Match suspension 
£200 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
James Clifton, Player, Spalding United FC

Spalding United FC vs Anstey Nomads FC
Northern Premier League –Midlands Division
13th January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in approximately the 68th minute of the above fixture, his language towards an Anstey Nomads FC player was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach”, as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied to sexual orientation.

Mr Clifton admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
6 Match suspension (2 already served for dismissal) 
Mandatory Education Programme 
£350 fine 

20 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – DISCRIMINATION
Rodger Gifford, Referee Observer, PGMOL
 
Newport County AFC vs Barnet FC
FA Cup 2nd Round
Saturday 2nd December 2023
 
Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, his language towards an Assistant Referee Coach was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach”, as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race and/or ethnic origin.
 
Mr Gifford denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.
 
Result
• Proven
• £400.00 fine
• Immediate suspension from all football and football-related activity for 5 months up to and including 4 September 2024
• Education Course

SURROUNDING A MATCH OFFICIAL – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nottingham Forest FC

Nottingham Forest FC vs Liverpool FC
Premier League
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, Nottingham Forest FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
£75,000 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Steven Reid, Coach, Nottingham Forest FC

Nottingham Forest FC vs Liverpool FC
Premier League
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that following completion of the fixture, his language was abusive and/or insulting towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.

Mr Reid admits and partially denies the Charge, electing a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
Proven
2 match extended touchline suspension
£5,000 fine 

18 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Matt Hamshaw, Coach, Derby County FC

Bristol Rovers FC vs Derby County FC
EFL League One
9 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that in/or around the half time interval his behaviour towards a Match Official was improper.

Mr Hamshaw admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£500 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Steve Collis, Goalkeeping Coach, Oldham Athletic FC

Aldershot Town FC vs Oldham Athletic FC
National League
9 March 2024

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

Mr Collis admits the Charge and accepts Standard Penalty 1 (£125 fine and a 1 match touchline ban).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mario Galinovic, Goalkeeping Coach, Cardiff City FC

Cardiff City FC vs Huddersfield Town FC
EFL Championship
6 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 58th minute of the fixture his behaviour was improper.

Mr Galinovic admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• £1,000 fine
• 1 match standard touchline ban

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Harry Pell, Player, AFC Wimbledon 

AFC Wimbledon vs Milton Keynes Dons FC
EFL League Two
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the warmup, prior to the fixture commencing, he acted in an improper manner.

Mr Pell admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• £1,000 fine
• 1 match ban

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Murphy, Kitman, Cheltenham Town FC

Cheltenham Town FC vs Charlton Athletic FC
EFL League One
5 March 2024

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

Mr Murphy admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

RESULT
• Proven
• £500 fine
• 1 match standard touchline ban

15 March 2024

INCIDENT ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHICH FALLS WITHIN LAW 12, WHICH WAS NOT SEEN BY MATCH OFFICIALS, BUT WAS CAUGHT ON VIDEO
Carl Piergianni, Player, Stevenage FC

Peterborough United FC vs Stevenage FC
EFL League One
13 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E1.1 - It is alleged that his behaviour in or around the 16th minute of the fixture constituted violent conduct.

Mr Piergianni admits the Charge and submits the automatic penalty is clearly excessive.

Result: 
3 game suspension

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jordan Shipley – Shrewsbury Town FC 

Shrewsbury Town FC v Exeter City FC
EFL League One
12 March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL 
Finley Barbrook – Chelmsford City 

Maidstone United FC v Chelmsford City
National League - South
12 March 2024

S5 – Denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity to an opponent moving towards the player’s goal by an offence punishable by a free kick or a penalty kick

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 1 match suspension remains

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Ryan Wynter – Halesowen Town FC 

Royston Town FC v Halesowen Town FC
National League – South
05 March 2024

C1 – Unsporting behaviour

RESULT
• Upheld
• Caution transferred to Thomas Taylor

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC U15 Kent

Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC U15 Kent v Bromley FC U15 KYL
U15 North – Kent Youth League
4 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 86th minute of the fixture Lewisham Borough (Community) Youth FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club have until 6pm on 22 March 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Scott Adey-Linforth, Coach, Stourbridge FC

Stourbridge FC v Redditch United FC
Southern League – Premier Division Central
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during half time of the fixture his language and/or behaviour was improper.

Mr Adey-Linforth has until 6pm on 25 March 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF PLAYER MISCONDUCT
Lewis Sinnott, Player, Vauxhall Motors FC

Warrington Town FC vs Alfreton Town FC
National League North
13 January 2024

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

Mr Sinnott denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

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

South Shields FC v Warrington Town FC 
National League – North 
06 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, you acted in an improper manner and used insulting and/or abusive words towards a spectator, contrary to Rule E3.1  It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an "Aggravated Breach", as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to gender and/or disability.

Mr Duggan denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– STANDARD CASE
Kyle Tooze, Coach, Paulton Rovers FC

Paulton Rovers FC v Mousehole FC
Southern League – Division One South
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 95th minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

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

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

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

Mr Smith admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION - STANDARD CASE
Truro City FC

Weymouth FC vs Truro City FC
National League South
21 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 56th minute of the fixture, Truro City FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

E3 CHARGE PURSUANT TO REGULATION 5 OF THE ON-FIELD REGULATIONS
Moses Yoak, Player, Bootle FC

Prescot Cables FC v Bootle FC
Northern Premier League West Division
1 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that during the fixture his behaviour constitutes violent conduct.

Mr Yoak admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Danny Lloyd, Player, Southport FC

Southport FC vs Hereford FC
National League North
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in or around the 60th minute, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and/or he used abusive and/or insulting language towards an opposition player.

Mr Lloyd admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jon Underwood, Manager, Beaconsfield Town FC

Basingstoke Town FC vs Beaconsfield Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
9 December 2023

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

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - STANDARD CASE
Kurt James, Manager, Westbury United FC

Westbury United FC v Larkhall Athletic FC
Southern League Division One South
26 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the half time interval, and following the completion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Steve Halford, Coach, Radcliffe FC

Macclesfield FC v Radcliffe FC
Northern Premier League
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 90+5th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Welling United FC

Welling United FC vs Hampton & Richmond Borough FC
National League South
30 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 – It is alleged that in/or around the 65th minute of the fixture, Welling United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Mark Cooper, Manager, Yeovil Town FC

Yeovil Town FC v Hemel Hempstead Town FC
National League South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - 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 language in confronting a Match Official.

Mr. Cooper admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing.

13 March 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Wimbledon

AFC Wimbledon v Milton Keynes Dons FC
EFL League Two
2 March 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that upon completion of the fixture, AFC Wimbledon failed to ensure that its players and technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• £8,000 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Milton Keynes Dons FC

AFC Wimbledon v Milton Keynes Dons FC
EFL League Two
2 March 2024

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

RESULT
• Proven
• £2,500 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Merstham FC

Beckenham Town FC v Merstham FC
Isthmian League South-East
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 74th minute of the fixture, Merstham FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.
2. It is alleged that in/or around the 90+4th minute of the fixture, Merstham FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

 RESULT
• Proven
• £450 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Beckenham Town FC

Beckenham Town FC v Merstham FC
Isthmian League South-East
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 74th minute of the fixture, Beckenham Town FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.
2. It is alleged that in/or around the 90+4th minute of the fixture, Beckenham Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• £450 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Hyde United FC

Hyde United FC vs Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Hyde United FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge, submits SP1 should be reassessed, electing a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• £200 fine

12 March 2024

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Welling United FC

Welling United FC vs Eastbourne Borough FC
National League South
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Welling United FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Robert Elliot, Manager, Gateshead FC

Woking FC vs Gateshead FC
National League Premier
27 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90+12th minute of the fixture, he acted in a manner which was improper and/or violent leading to his dismissal.

Mr Elliot admits the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing. 

Result 
1 Match Touchline Ban 
£250 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
West Bromwich Albion FC

West Bromwich Albion FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
The FA Cup
28 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21 - It is alleged that West Bromwich Albion FC failed to ensure that spectators and/or its supporters (and anyone purporting to be its supporters or followers) conduct themselves in an orderly fashion whilst attending the Match and do not behave in a way which is improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative contrary to FA Rules E21.1 and/or refrain from throwing missiles or other potentially harmful or dangerous objects at or on to the pitch contrary to FA Rules E21.2.

The Club have until 6pm on 20th March 2024 to provide a response.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Avro FC

Avro FC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League West
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 59th minute of the fixture, Avro FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– STANDARD CASE
Chris Lynch, Assistant Manager, Folkestone Invicta FC

Folkestone Invicta FC v Cray Wanderers FC
Isthmian League - Premier
6 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90+10th minute of the fixture, he repeatedly acted in a manner which was improper towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Runcorn Linnets FC

Avro FC v Runcorn Linnets FC
Northern Premier League West
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 59th minute of the fixture, Runcorn Linnets FC failed to ensure that its players and/or officials did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ian Nicholls, Assistant Manager, East Grinstead Town FC

Burgess Hill Town FC vs East Grinstead Town FC (“the Match”)
Isthmian League South-East
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 57th minute of the Match he acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, he used abusive and/or insulting towards a Match Official.
3. It is alleged that, following the conclusion of the Match, in or around the changing rooms area, he acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards a Match Official.

Mr Nicholls admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

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

Taunton Town FC vs Worthing FC
National League South
25 November 2023

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

Mr Dray denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - NON-STANDARD CASE
Dean Brennan, Manager, Barnet FC

Aldershot Town FC vs Barnet FC
National League
20 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule 3.1 - It is alleged that following the conclusion of the fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used threatening words towards a Match Official.

Mr Brennan admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• £600.00 fine 
• 2 match touchline ban 

11 March 2024

  WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Jordan Rhodes – Blackpool FC

Blackpool FC v Portsmouth FC
EFL League One
09 March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
• Upheld 
• 3 match suspension withdrawn

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Luke Russe – Bath City FC

Maidstone United FC v Bath City FC
National League – South
05 March 2024

C1 – Unsporting behaviour

RESULT
• Upheld
• Caution transferred to Kieran Parselle

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wigan Athletic FC

Wigan Athletic FC v Bolton Wanderers FC
League One
27 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Wigan Athletic FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

Result 
£9,000 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Gus Payne, Physio, Hayes & Yeading United FC

Swindon Supermarine FC v Hayes & Yeading United FC
Southern League Premier Division South
25 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90th minute of the fixture, he used language which was abusive and/or insulting towards a match official.

Mr Payne denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing

Result 
Proven 
2 match touchline ban 
£225 fine 

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

Redditch United FC v Stratford Town FC
Southern League Premier Central
27 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that during the half time interval of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a match official leading to his dismissal.

Mr Vaughan admits the Charge, submits SP1 is too excessive, electing a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Proven 
1 match touchline ban 
£150 fine 

8 March 2024

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

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

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

Mr Avery has until 6pm on 18th March 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Scott Rogers, Assistant Manager, Weston Super Mare AFC

Hampton & Richmond Borough FC v Weston Super Mare AFC
National League South
23 December 2023

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

Mr Rogers has until 6pm on 18th March 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Tom Killick, Manager, Dorchester Town FC

Dorchester Town FC v Merthyr Town FC
Southern League – Premier Division South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that at half time of the fixture he acted in an improper manner by entering the field of play to confront a Match Official.

Mr Killick has until 6pm on 18th March 2024 to provide a response.

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

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

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he used abusive and/or indecent and/or insulting and/or improper words, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an "Aggravated Breach", as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.

Mr Dye has until 6pm on 18th March 2024 to provide a response.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Paul Wotton, Manager, Truro City FC

Hungerford Town FC vs Truro City FC
FA Trophy
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the, 75th minute of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive and/or insulting words or behaviour towards a Match Official.

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Braintree Town FC

Braintree Town FC v Aveley FC
National League South
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 98th minute of the fixture, Braintree Town FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Adam Withers, Technical Area Occupant, Dartford FC

Dartford FC v Welling United FC
National League South
30 December 2023

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

Mr Withers admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Hakan Hayrettin, Manager, Dulwich Hamlet FC

Enfield Town FC vs Dulwich Hamlet FC
Isthmian League Premier Division
16 December 2023

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

Mr Hayrettin denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Proven
4 Match Touchline ban 
£500 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
James McCrossan, Performance Analyst, Hastings United FC

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

Cray Wanderers FC vs Hastings United FC
Isthmian League
1 January 2024

Result 
1 Match Touchline ban 
£75 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Glen Driver, Manager, Ipswich Wanderers FC

Ipswich Wanderers FC vs Grays Athletic FC
Isthmian League North
23 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 20th and 35th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.
3. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner by remaining in an area where he could directly view the remainder of the match, namely the tunnel area.

Mr Driver admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
2 Match Touchline ban 
£200 fine 

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Borja Sainz – Norwich City FC

Middlesbrough v Norwich City FC
EFL Championship
06 March 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
• Upheld
• 3 match suspension withdrawn

7 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – CROWD CONTROL
Sheffield Wednesday FC

Sheffield Wednesday FC v Coventry City FC
EFL Championship
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E21: It is alleged that in/or around the 94th minute of the Match, Sheffield Wednesday FC failed to ensure that its 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 did not:
• use words or otherwise behave in a way which is improper and/or offensive and/or abusive and/or insulting contrary to paragraph E21.1; and
• conduct themselves in a manner prohibited by paragraph E21.1 in circumstances where that conduct is discriminatory in that it included a reference, whether express or implied, to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race contrary to paragraph E21.4.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ashford United FC

Ashford United FC vs Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League South-East
16 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 77th minute of the fixture, Ashford United FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result:
£300 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Aveley FC

Braintree Town FC v Aveley FC
National League South
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 98th minute of the fixture, Aveley FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Kevin Watson, Manager, Ashford United FC

Ashford United FC vs Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League South-East
16 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 77th minute of the fixture he acted in an improper manner and used violent conduct.

Mr Watson denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result
£200 fine
2 match touchline suspension

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Connor Dymond, Player, Ashford United FC

Ashford United FC vs Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League South-East
16 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following his dismissal in/or around the 77th minute, he acted in an improper manner and/or did use violent conduct.

Mr Dymond denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result:
£150 fine
1 match suspension

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Richie Wellens, Manager, Leyton Orient FC

Oxford United FC v Leyton Orient FC
EFL League One
24 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 85th minute he acted in a manner which was improper, leading to his dismissal.

Mr Wellens admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing. 

Result 
£2400 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
AFC Bournemouth U18s

Cardiff City U18 v AFC Bournemouth U18
U18 Professional Development League South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 74th minute of the fixture Cardiff City FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£5000 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Cardiff City FC U18s

Cardiff City U18 v AFC Bournemouth U18
U18 Professional Development League South
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in in/or around the 74th minute of the fixture Cardiff City FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants do not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative and/or violent.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£1750 fine 

Bolton Wanderers- Multi Participant Misconduct- Plea of Mitigation 
Northampton Town v Bolton Wanderers 
EFL League 1 
10 February 2024

Result 
Mitigation accepted 
Financial Penalty removed

6 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT– STANDARD CASE
Billy Walton, Coach, Beckenham Town FC

Broadbridge Heath FC v Beckenham Town FC
Isthmian League South-East
16 December 2023

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

Mr Walton has until 6pm on 14 March 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
James Le Masurier, Manager, Kettering Town FC

Halesowen Town FC vs Kettering Town FC
Southern League Premier Division Central
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in or around the 81st minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official, leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner by remaining in an area where he could directly view the remainder of the match.
3. It is alleged that, following his dismissal, he acted in an improper manner by undertaking post-match media commitments.

Mr Le Masurier denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Mike Cook, Manager, Gloucester City FC

Chippenham Town FC vs Gloucester City FC
FA Trophy
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 93rd minute of the fixture he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.

Mr Cook admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

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

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

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the above fixture, he acted in an improper manner and used insulting words in respect of a match official, contrary to Rule E3.1. It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an "Aggravated Breach", as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race.

Mr Bradley denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Pete Fairchild, Club Accountant, Heybridge Swifts FC

Heybridge Swifts FC vs Enfield FC
Isthmian League North
6 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that upon the conclusion of the fixture, in/or around the changing room area he acted in an improper manner and used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official.

Mr Fairchild denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Bolton Wanderers FC

Wigan Athletic FC v Bolton Wanderers FC
League One
27 February 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Bolton Wanderers FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which is improper and/or provocative.

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

5 March 2024

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Callum Willmoth, Player, Thatcham Town FC

Guernsey FC vs Thatcham Town FC
Isthmian League South Central
20 February 2024

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

Mr Willmoth has until 6pm on 13 March 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF MATCH OFFICIALS BUT REPORTED TO THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Nathan Jones, Player, Thatcham Town FC

Guernsey FC vs Thatcham Town FC
Isthmian League South Central
20 February 2024

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

Mr Jones has until 6pm on 13 March 2024 to provide a response. 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Darren Edey, Assistant Manager, Corby Town FC

Corby Town FC v Harborough Town FC
Northern Premier League Midlands Division
16 December 2023

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

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ramsgate FC

Ashford United FC vs Ramsgate FC
Isthmian League South-East
16 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 77th minute of the fixture, Ramsgate FC failed to ensure that its players and/or technical area occupants did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result:
Warning as to future conduct

MASS CONFRONTATION - NON-STANDARD CASE
Weymouth FC

Weymouth FC vs Truro City FC
National League South
21 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 56th minute of the fixture, Weymouth FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

4 March 2024

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Dion Sanderson – Birmingham City FC

Birmingham City FC v Southampton FC
EFL Championship
02 March 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Samuel Evans – Hanwell Town FC

Chesham United FC v Hanwell Town FC
Southern League Premier Division South
27 February 2024

S1 – Serious Foul Play

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Kai George – FC Halifax Town

Bromley FC v FC Halifax Town
National League - Premier
02 March 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Besart Topalloj – Bromley FC

Bromley FC v FC Halifax Town
National League – Premier
02 March 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
• Dismissed
• 3 match suspension remains

WRONGFUL DISMISSAL & CLEARLY EXCESSIVE
Billy Bradley – Grimsby Town FC (U19)

Rotherham United FC v Grimsby Town FC
Youth Alliance North East Conference
02 March 2024

S2 – Violent Conduct

RESULT
• Upheld
• 3 match suspension withdrawn

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT - DISCRIMINATION
Mikey Dunn, Player, Pontefract Collieries FC 

Ashington FC vs Pontefract Collieries FC
Northern Premier League – East Division
Saturday 28th October 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3 - It is alleged that during the above fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive and/or insulting words towards an Ashington FC player. 
It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3.1 is an “Aggravated Breach”, as defined in Rule E3.2, as it includes a reference, whether express or implied, to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race.

Mr Dunn denies the Charge and elects a Personal Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• 7 match suspension
• Mandatory education course

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Eastbourne Borough FC

Welling United FC vs Eastbourne Borough FC
National League South
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture, Eastbourne Borough FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

MASS CONFRONTATION – STANDARD CASE
Bamber Bridge FC

Hyde United FC vs Bamber Bridge FC
Northern Premier League
9 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Bamber Bridge FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

The Club admit the Charge and accept Standard Penalty 1 (£400 fine).

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Ian Nicholls, Assistant Manager, East Grinstead Town FC

East Grinstead Town FC v Broadbridge Heath FC
Isthmian League South-East
27 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 90+4th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards a Match Official(s).

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

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Boston United FC

Coalville Town FC vs Boston United FC
FA Trophy
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Boston United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club Admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£450 fine

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Coalville Town FC

Coalville Town FC vs Boston United FC
FA Trophy
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 90th minute of the fixture, Boston United FC failed to ensure that its players did not behave in a way which was improper.

The Club Admit the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£450 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Callum McGrady, Groundsman, Chorley FC

Scunthorpe United FC vs Chorley FC
National League North
16 December 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the tunnel area during half time his language was abusive and/or insulting.

Mr McGrady has until 6pm on 22 January 2024 to provide a response.

Result 
2 Match Ground Ban 
£250 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Ricky Eaton, Chairman, Redbridge FC

Redbridge FC vs Brentwood Town FC
Isthmian League North
20 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the tunnel area during half time he used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.

Mr Eaton admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
3 Match Ground Ban 
£150 fine

1 March 2024

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Billy Clarke, U21 Assistant Manager, Hull City FC

Hull City U21 vs Wigan Athletic FC U21
Professional Development League North
30 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1:
1. It is alleged that in/or around the 59th minute of the above fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official leading to his dismissal.
2. It is alleged that following his dismissal, he acted in a manner which was improper and used abusive and/or insulting language towards a Match Official.

Mr Clarke admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• 2 match touchline ban
• £200.00 fine

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Sam Proctor, Player, Aston Villa FC (U18s)

Tottenham Hotspur U18 vs Aston Villa U18
U18 Premier League South
12 January 2024

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

Mr Proctor admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

RESULT
• Proven
• 2 match playing ban
• £500.00 fine

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Ross McErlain – Cribbs

Wimborne Town FC v Cribbs
Southern League Division One South
24 February 2024

S7 – Receives a second yellow card in the same match

RESULT
• Dismissed

MISTAKEN IDENTITY
Stoyan Pergelov – Birmingham City FC U18

Birmingham City U19 vs Crewe Alexandra U19
U18 Professional Development League - North
24 February 2024

C1 – Unsporting behaviour

RESULT
• Upheld

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Jamie Godbold, Manager, Lowestoft Town FC

Felixstowe & Walton United FC vs Lowestoft Town FC
Isthmian League North
13 January 2024

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that in or around the 33rd minute of the fixture his behaviour and/or language was abusive and/or insulting and/or improper towards a Match Official and/or questioned their integrity.

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

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – STANDARD CASE
Tony Fontenelle, Assistant Manager, Slough Town FC

Slough Town FC v Hemel Hempstead Town FC
National League South
19 December 2023

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

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

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

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

Mr Bastin admits the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Wimborne Town FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

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

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£325 fine 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Cribbs FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

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

The Club deny the Charge and elect a Paper Hearing.

Result 
£250 fine 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Sam Naylor, Goalkeeper Coach, Cribbs FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent behaviour leading to his dismissal.

Mr Naylor denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Not Proven 

INCIDENT OF MISCONDUCT – NON-STANDARD CASE
Tim Sills, Manager, Wimborne Town FC

Cribbs FC vs Wimborne Town FC
Southern League Division One South
18 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E3.1 - It is alleged that following the completion of the fixture he acted in a manner which was improper and used violent behaviour leading to his dismissal.

Mr Sills denies the Charge and elects a Paper Hearing.

Result 
Not Proven 

MASS CONFRONTATION – NON-STANDARD CASE
Chelmsford City FC

Dartford FC vs Chelmsford City FC
National League South
7 November 2023

Breach of FA Rule E20.1 - It is alleged that in/or around the 57th minute of the fixture, Chelmsford City FC failed to ensure that its players do not behave in a way which is improper.

Result 
£800 fine