Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has been
given a two-match touchline ban and a £10,000
fine by The Football Association.
The Red Devils chief was charged with misconduct for
comments made to fourth offiicial Jeff Winter during
United's 2-1 win at Newcastle United in August.
United's
non-executive director Maurice Watkins responded to
the punishment and admitted Ferguson could appeal.
"It
is fair to say that Sir Alex is a little disappointed
with the outcome," Watkins told Sky Sports News.
"We
are going to reflect on it overnight and decide what
we are going to do. It could end here and will only
continue if there is an appeal.
"It
is never right to make a snap decision after a long
day. We will decide overnight.
"It
was a cordial meeting, there was no aggravation.
"We
had the full opportunity to explain our position.
Obviously there was a difference of views. We were
left with the verdict as it is."
The
FA released a statement confirming the punishment
and that Ferguson has 14 days to lodge an appeal.
"At
a disciplinary commission hearing today, Manchester
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was found guilty
of improper conduct (breach of FA Rule E1) and abusive
and/or insulting language to a match official (breach
of FA Rule E2)," read the statement.
"He
will be subject to a two-match touchline ban (start
date to be confirmed) and was fined £10,000."
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