Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani has been banned for three matches and has received a fine of £100,000 by the FA. The punishment relates to a social media post sent by Cavani containing a Spanish phrase considered offensive in some contexts.
And the Uruguayan forward will also be required to undergo face-to-face education after admitting a charge for a breach of FA Rule E3.
A statement from United supported their player, and read: "Edinson wasn’t aware that his words could have been misconstrued and he sincerely apologised for the post and to anyone who was offended. "Despite his honest belief that he was simply sending an affectionate thank you in response to a congratulatory message from a close friend, he chose not to contest the
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