The Tunisian worldwide has till 28 November to reply to misconduct cost
Will Hannibal Mejbri face Premier League suspension? FA opens investigation after Leeds match controversy
The English Soccer Affiliation FA has formally charged Tunisia worldwide Hannibal Mejbri with misconduct following alleged incident throughout Burnley’s 2-0 victory over Leeds United in October’s Premier League conflict.
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In assertion launched on Tuesday, the FA confirmed that the 22 yr previous midfielder is accused of spitting “at or in direction of” Leeds supporters in the course of the second half of the match at Turf Moor.
“It’s alleged that the participant’s conduct was improper and/or abusive, in that he spat at or in direction of opposing followers — a breach of FA Rule E3” the governing physique stated.
The incident reportedly occurred across the 67 minute though Mejbri solely entered the match as substitute within the 83 minute.
Participant given deadline to reply
The FA has given Mejbri till Thursday 28 November to reply to the cost earlier than issuing ultimate verdict. If discovered responsible, the previous Manchester United academy graduate might face prolonged suspension and tremendous as spitting is taken into account one of the vital critical offences below FA laws.