Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts has been banned for six games due to a reckless challenge on Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta during an FA Cup match. Initially shown a red card for a serious foul, the English Football Association deemed a three-game suspension inadequate. Roberts expressed regret, apologized to Mateta, and dismissed claims that he intended to harm. He highlighted the stress caused by misleading reports and the backlash against him and his family, acknowledging support from the football community.
"I unequivocally accept the red card as awarded and accept my punishment. Furthermore, it has been extremely unpleasant to observe suggestions that I intended to harm a fellow professional."
"I continue to send my best wishes to Jean-Philippe in his recovery... it has been extremely unpleasant to observe suggestions that I intended to harm a fellow professional."
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