The English Football Association (FA) has rejected Arsenal’s appeal against the red card and three‑match suspension handed to teenage midfielder Max Dowman.
Dowman received the disciplinary action after being sent off in a recent match, prompting Arsenal to request a review of both the dismissal and the length of the ban.
The FA’s disciplinary committee upheld the original ruling, confirming that the red card and the three‑match suspension will stand.
Under the FA’s established procedures, clubs may appeal disciplinary decisions, but the governing body retains final authority to confirm or overturn sanctions based on the evidence presented.
As a result, Dowman will miss the next three fixtures for Arsenal, leaving the club to adjust its midfield options while the young player serves his suspension.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
