Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts is forbids his challenge on Jean-Philip Matapet on the crystal palace.
Roberts charged his purpose Six minutes later the FA Cup’s Fifth Tour Tie in Selhurst Park and fell into the head to Mateta, with high boot, leaving the Frenchman who requires 25 sews around the left ear.
Referee Mikael Oliver missed the incident, but Roberts was a red card that refers to a serious rogue game after the intervention of the video assistant’s referee.
The Independent Regulatory Commission maintained the claim of the FA to increase the suspension of Liam Roberts of Millwall.
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– FA Speaker (@Faspokesperson) March 7, 2025
This leads to a normal sanction of three games, but FA has claimed more guaranteed and took its job to an independent regulatory commission that agreed to double it to six matches.
The written reasons for its decisions of the regulatory committee will be released.
On Tuesday evening, Roberts served the first game of banning, as Millwall lost 2-0 in Bristol in Bristol.
Millwall fans showed their support for Roberts, who abuses online with one minute applause.
The club says that « respect » today’s decision, although they are « disappointed with the result. »
Roberts issued a statement
Roberts also issued a statement saying: « Hello everyone.
« When the dust is solved, I want to touch upon what has been really difficult for everyone interested, including my family and I.
« First of all, Jean-Philip, whom I continue to send my best wishes to its recovery. As soon as I could, I personally reached Jean-Philip to apologize, and I was grateful to heard that he was good to hear him and assured me.
Announcement #Millwall The football club and Liam Roberts.
– Millwall FC (@millwallfc) March 7, 2025
« I’m destroyed by what happened. I definitely accept the red card as rewarded and accept my punishment. Moreover, it was extremely unpleasant to observe the recommendations that I intended to harm our specialist. I categorically never walk a football court with the intention of hurting anyone.
« Articles and comments of misleading and threats against my family have arisen the football community who knows me and reaches this tough time.
« Finally, I want to thank everyone for everyone who is connected to the Milvol football club for their continued support. All this club is unique throughout this club, and I can’t wait to have our fans to go out.
« Be kind. Take care of.
« ROBO ».
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