Scott Parker receives touchline ban, £2,000 fine for misconduct

Scott Parker, the head coach of Burnley, has received a one-game touchline ban and a £2,000 fine from the Football Association for misconduct during a recent match against West Bromwich Albion. The sanctions stem from Parker's actions after the final whistle, where he confronted the referee following the sending off of player CJ Egan-Riley for violent conduct, which was later rescinded. Although Egan-Riley's red card was overturned after a successful appeal, Parker accepted the charge of improper conduct for entering the field to remonstrate with match officials. He expressed disappointment over the situation but acknowledged his mistake. Burnley currently sits third in the Championship, just behind Leeds United and Sheffield United, in a tight race for automatic promotion. Parker will miss the upcoming match against Bristol City as a result of his suspension.