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Preston's Osmajic gets nine-game ban for racial abuse

Preston's Osmajic gets nine-game ban for racial abuse

Summary

Preston North End's player, Milutin Osmajic, received a nine-game suspension and a £21,000 fine for racially abusing Burnley player Hannibal Mejbri during a game in February. The Football Association (FA) concluded that Osmajic's actions involved abusive language related to race. Preston North End disagrees with the decision but accepts the ruling.

Key Facts

  • Milutin Osmajic plays for Preston North End, a football team.
  • He was banned for nine games for racially abusing Hannibal Mejbri, a player from the Burnley team.
  • The racial abuse incident occurred during a match in February.
  • The Football Association held a hearing and found Osmajic guilty of using racially offensive language.
  • Osmajic has been fined £21,000 by the FA.
  • Preston North End expressed disappointment with the FA's decision.
  • Osmajic denies the allegations and maintains his innocence.
  • This is Osmajic's second suspension in as many seasons; he was previously banned for biting an opponent.
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