Plymouth Argyle Coach Tom Cleverley Receives Two-Match FA Touchline Ban

Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley has been handed a two-match touchline ban and fined £4,000 by The Football Association following his red card for misconduct during a League One match against Luton Town. Cleverley was sent off after repeatedly dissenting and using abusive language towards match officials during the game, which Argyle won 3-2 despite two penalties awarded against them and the sending off of their captain Joe Edwards. The ban will begin with the upcoming matches against Burton Albion and Wigan Athletic, during which assistant coaches Damon Lathrope and Kevin Nancekivell will manage from the technical area. Cleverley acknowledged his behavior was inappropriate and apologized to The FA, emphasizing the highly emotional nature of the match and the unusual circumstances surrounding the penalties and red card. He also spoke with the head of refereeing about the contentious decisions, reflecting his frustration at what he described as "soft" penalties and a red card. The suspension marks a setback for Cleverley as Argyle navigates a crucial stage in their League One campaign.