Man United coach ban and fine confirmed as FA release statement after appeal

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The Football Association (FA) has confirmed that Darren Fletcher's ban and fine have been reduced to two matches and £6,000 respectively.

It was alleged that around the tunnel area during United's 2-1 win over Brentford, that the coach acted in an 'in an improper and/or confrontational manner and/or that he used abusive and/or insulting words towards the fourth official and the referee and/or assistant referees'.

The flashpoint occurred after United fell behind with Matthijs de Ligt off the pitch and receiving treatment. Fletcher was in the press box with the Old Trafford analysts before he made his way down to the tunnel before half-time. READ MORE: Ruben Amorim criticises Manchester United players over three things READ MORE: 'It should' - Ruben Amorim confirms stance on Manchester United transfer strategy Both then-manager Erik ten Hag and assistant coach Ruud van Nistelrooy were booked for their protests.

However, in a judgement from the FA, the former United midfielder and Scotland international was initially charged £7,500 and handed a three-match extended touchline ban after admitting to the charge but argued it was only towards the fourth official.