The Score uses cookies. By continuing to browse this site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Click here to find out more »
Dublin: 9 °C Thursday 23 May, 2013

Rodwell wins Merseyside derby red card appeal

Midfielder was dismissed for a first-half challenge on Reds striker Luis Suarez which appeared fair to most spectators.

Image: Pa images

EVERTON MIDFIELDER JACK Rodwell has had his controversial red card in last weekend’s derby with Liverpool overturned.

Rodwell was dismissed for a first-half challenge on Reds striker Luis Suarez which appeared fair to most spectators.

The Toffees subsequently lodged a claim for wrongful dismissal with the FA and the appeal has now been upheld.

A statement from the Football Association said: “Everton’s Jack Rodwell has had his claim for wrongful dismissal upheld.

“As a result, the three-match suspension handed to him has been withdrawn. Rodwell had originally received a red card for serious foul play in the Merseyside derby against Liverpool at Goodison Park on Saturday October 1.”

Here’s the tackle:


Sexy time! Bayern couple ‘entertain themselves’ during boring 0-0 draw

Poll: Is diving in football ever justified?

Eurostar: Juve are for real, Bayern don’t score and Javier Pastore

Read next:

Add New Comment