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FA Seek Extended Ban For Millwall's Goalie Roberts After Horror Challenge On Mateta

By IANS News March 05, 2025 • 16:34 PM View: 320

The Football Association: The Football Association (FA) are seeking a longer ban for Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts for his challenge on Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta in the FA Cup fifth-round tie.

The goalkeeper was set for a standard three game suspension for the challenge, which saw Mateta being subbed off and requiring 25 stitches in his left ear, but now could face a longer time on the sidelines.

"The FA has submitted a claim seeking to increase Liam Roberts' sanction following his sending off in the FA Cup tie between Millwall and Crystal Palace on Saturday, 1 March.

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