Leeds and Burnley hit with FA charge over melee

06 May 2011 09:01
ShareLeeds and Burnley have been charged by the Football Association with failing to ensure that their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and/or refrained from provocative behaviour. [LNB]The charge relates to the fiery game between the two sides at Elland Road on April 30, which Leeds won 1-0. [LNB]Chris McCann's high tackle on Max Gradel sparked a melee in the 57th minute, for which the Clarets midfielder was shown one of eight yellow cards in the game. Both clubs have until 4pm on Friday to respond. [LNB] Tempers flare: Burnley and Leeds players clash during their recent match[LNB]Meanwhile, West Ham defender Danny Gabbidon has admitted to a charge of improper conduct in relation to comments on his Twitter account on April 16. [LNB]Gabbidon, who has requested a non-personal hearing, wrote in the wake of his side's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa: 'U know what, f*** the lot of you, u will never get another tweet from me again, you just don't get it do you. Bye bye.'[LNB] Leeds 1 Burnley 0: McCormack keeps playoff embers flickeringI've got no fear of getting the sack, insists Leeds boss GraysonNewcastle join hunt for Leeds' winger Snodgrass as Pardew looks for pace  [LNB]  Explore more:People: Danny Gabbidon Places: Leeds Organisations: Football Association

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