Manchester United Learn Lisandro Martinez Suspension Length
Failed Appeal for Red Card
Manchester United have failed in their attempt to overturn Lisandro Martinez's red card following a hair-pulling incident involving Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The FA has upheld the three-match ban, leaving interim boss Michael Carrick with a major defensive headache.
Martinez to Serve Full Suspension
The FA has confirmed that Martinez must serve a full three-match suspension after Man United's appeal for wrongful dismissal was rejected. The governing body ruled that the match official did not make a "clear and obvious error" in sending off the Argentine for a hair-pulling incident involving Leeds striker Calvert-Lewin.
- Lisandro Martinez will miss three matches for Manchester United
- The FA upheld the ban after rejecting Man United's appeal
- Martinez was sent off for a hair-pulling incident involving Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Impact on Manchester United
The suspension is a significant blow to Manchester United, who are already dealing with defensive issues. Interim boss Michael Carrick will have to find alternative solutions to cope with the absence of Martinez for the next three matches.
