"Pedro Neto has been charged after being sent off in the 70th minute of the Premier League fixture between Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC on Sunday 1 March. It's alleged that the player acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the pitch promptly; and/or used abusive words towards the match official/s. Pedro Neto has until Monday 9 March to provide a response."
"However, Neto was incensed upon leaving the pitch, launching into a tirade against the officials at the touchline during his protracted exit before finally heading down the tunnel."
"This presents another disciplinary issue for Chelsea, who have seen nine different players receive red cards this season, a situation that threatens to destabilise their campaign."
Pedro Neto received a red card during Chelsea's Premier League loss to Arsenal on Sunday after fouling Gabriel Martinelli in the 70th minute. The winger was previously shown a yellow card for dissent following Arsenal's goal. Upon dismissal, Neto engaged in a prolonged and heated exit, launching a tirade at officials at the touchline before entering the tunnel. The FA has charged him with acting improperly by failing to leave the pitch promptly and using abusive words toward match officials. This incident adds to Chelsea's disciplinary concerns, as nine different players have received red cards this season. Neto must respond to the charges by Monday, March 9. Previous cases show varying outcomes, with Tottenham's Cristian Romero receiving an additional ban for similar conduct, while Lucas Paqueta avoided extra suspension.
Read at Express.co.uk
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