FA charge Utd for their players furious reaction to Dunk’s challenge on Elanga

THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION have charged Manchester United for failing to ensure their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion against Brighton.

A strike from Cristiano Ronaldo, who ended his six-match goal drought, and Bruno Fernandes sealed a 2-0 victory for the Red Devils over the Seagulls.

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However, several United stars surrounded referee Peter Bankes after Brighton captain Lewis Dunk fouled Anthony Elanga early in the second half.

The official initially showed Dunk a yellow card, but that was upgraded to a red after consultation with VAR.

The initial decision to only caution the defender was protested vociferously by a number of United players.

Fernandes was also booked for his over-the-top reaction during the protest.

Now the FA have announced that they are set to take action against Ralf Rangnick’s side.

A statement read: “Manchester United FC has been charged with a breach of FA Rule E20.1 following its Premier League game against Brighton & Hove Albion FC on Tuesday [15/2/22].

“It is alleged that Manchester United FC failed to ensure its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during the 53rd minute, and the club has until Monday [21/2/22] to provide a response.”

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