30 September 2021

Doncaster boss Richie Wellens charged with improper conduct by the FA

30 September 2021

Doncaster boss Richie Wellens has been charged with improper conduct by the FA for his behaviour following the stoppage-time penalty decision that went against his side in last week’s 2-1 loss to Plymouth.

Wellens was found to be in breach of FA rule E3 when he kicked a water bottle in the direction of Plymouth fans.

Referee Trevor Kettle subsequently showed the 41-year-old a red card for dissent on the touchline.

Earlier in the week, Wellens apologised for his actions and described his behaviour as “not acceptable”.

An FA statement read: “It is alleged that the manager’s behaviour during the 90th minute of the game amounts to improper conduct and has until Monday (October 4) to respond.”

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