"Marco Silva criticized referee John Brooks' decisions after Fulham's defeat, stating they were at a "very low level" and reflecting the "story of our season"."
"The Football Association charged Silva for acting in an improper manner by making comments that imply bias and question the integrity of a match official."
"Silva's touchline ban has been suspended until the end of the 2026-27 season, while his 90,000 fine remains in place."
"The appeal board's written reasons for their decision will be published in due course, according to a statement from the FA."
Marco Silva's appeal against a one-match touchline ban and a 90,000 fine has been partially upheld. The ban, imposed by the Football Association after comments made following a match against West Ham, is now suspended until the end of the 2026-27 season. Silva criticized referee John Brooks' decisions, stating they were at a "very low level". The FA charged him for making comments that implied bias and questioned the integrity of the match official. The appeal board's written reasons will be published later.
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