Summary
Hannibal Mejbri, a player for Burnley football club, received a four-game suspension and a £15,000 fine for spitting at Leeds United fans during a game in October. The Football Association issued this penalty after Mejbri admitted to the misconduct. He will return to play against Newcastle United on 30 December.
Key Facts
- Hannibal Mejbri plays for Burnley and previously transferred from Manchester United.
- He was fined £15,000 and suspended for four matches by the Football Association.
- The incident took place in the 67th minute of Burnley's game against Leeds on 18 October.
- Lancashire Police were involved after a complaint from a Leeds fan.
- Mejbri admitted to spitting at or towards Leeds United fans.
- He is a Tunisia international and joined Burnley in August 2024.
- Mejbri has played 50 matches for Burnley, scoring one goal.
- Burnley is currently 19th in the Premier League and lost their last five games.
