Newport facing FA action after object thrown during FA Cup tie
Newport County are facing FA action after an object was thrown onto the pitch during their FA Cup tie against Middlesbrough.
The incident occurred in the 89th minute of the match, when a Newport fan threw a bottle onto the pitch. The bottle landed near Middlesbrough goalkeeper Luke Daniels, who was taking a goal kick.
The FA has confirmed that it is investigating the incident and that Newport could face disciplinary action. This could include a fine, a points deduction, or even a stadium ban.
Newport manager Michael Flynn has condemned the actions of the fan and has called for them to be banned from attending matches.
"It's a disgrace," Flynn said. "There's no place for that in football. We've got to stamp it out."
Newport are already under investigation by the FA for a separate incident involving crowd trouble during their FA Cup tie against Tottenham Hotspur in January.
The club has been given until March 19 to respond to the charges.
What is the FA Cup?
The FA Cup is the oldest football competition in the world. It was first played in 1871 and is open to all clubs in England.
The competition is a knockout tournament, with the winner of each match progressing to the next round. The final is played at Wembley Stadium in London.
The FA Cup is one of the most prestigious trophies in English football, and winning it is a major achievement for any club.
What are the possible punishments for throwing an object onto the pitch?
The FA has a range of punishments available to it for clubs whose fans throw objects onto the pitch.
These punishments include:
- A fine
- A points deduction
- A stadium ban
The severity of the punishment will depend on the seriousness of the incident.
What is the FA's stance on crowd trouble?
The FA has a zero-tolerance policy on crowd trouble.
The FA believes that football should be a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, and it will not tolerate any behaviour that threatens this.
The FA will take strong action against any club whose fans are involved in crowd trouble.
