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Spurs & Villa charged over melee after FA Cup game

Spurs & Villa charged over melee after FA Cup game

Summary

Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa have been charged with misconduct by the Football Association after a skirmish occurred post-match at the FA Cup game where Villa won 2-1. The clubs have to respond to these charges by Friday.

Key Facts

  • Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa face misconduct charges from the Football Association (FA).
  • A confrontation happened between players from both teams after Villa's 2-1 victory.
  • The FA charges claim the clubs failed to ensure players acted properly after the game.
  • The match was part of the FA Cup, a knockout football competition.
  • Villa led 2-0 at half-time with goals from Emiliano Buendia and Morgan Rogers.
  • Wilson Odobert scored for Spurs after half-time, but they were eliminated.
  • Aston Villa is scheduled to play Newcastle United in the next round.

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