Virgil van Dijk facing additional ban as Liverpool captain is hit with FA charge
Virgil van Dijk was sent off in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Sunday (Getty)
Virgil van Dijk is facing an additional ban for his reaction to his red card in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Sunday.
The new Liverpool captain was dismissed in the first half at St James’ Park for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity after fouling Alexander Isak.
Van Dijk, who will serve a one-game ban for his red card, was furious with the decision and reacted angrily to referee John Brooks as he left the pitch.
The FA has been keen to clamp down on abuse towards match officials and have now charged Van Dijk for his conduct.
A statement from The FA read: ‘Virgil van Dijk has been charged with a break of FA Rule E3.1 following Liverpool’s Premier League game against Newcastle United on Sunday, 27 August.
‘It’s alleged that the defender acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official after being sent off in the 29th minute.
‘Virgil van Dijk has until Friday, 1 September to provide a response to this charge.’
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