Ashley Young to miss next three Manchester United matches after appeal over ‘excessive’ suspension was turned down
Winger-turned-full-back accepted violent conduct charge for clash with Dusan Tadic, but hoped length could be reduced
ASHLEY YOUNG will be miss Manchester United's next three matches after his appeal over the suspension was rejected.
However, he claimed the suspension was excessive.
But this was rejected by the Regulatory Commission and his ban will stand.
And it means he will miss the trip to Everton on New Year's Day, the FA Cup third round tie against Derby and and the visit of Stoke in the Premier League.
Young, 32, appeared to lash out at Tadic with his elbow as United defended a corner.
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But the incident was missed by referee Craig Pawson.
Young has enjoyed somewhat a revival this season, relishing his new wing-back role under Jose Mourinho — and will certainly be a loss to the Red Devils.
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He was recently recalled to the England squad following a four-year absence, and his double against Watford were his first goals for United since May 2016.
Swansea defender Kyle Naughton has also been banned for three matches following a stamp on Stefano Okaka.