Drogs and Bos banned

Last updated : 17 June 2009 By Paul Lagan
Didier Drogba and Jose Bosingwa have both been banned by UEFA for their post-match actions and comments following the 1-1 draw to Barcelona in the Champions' League semi-final.

A UEFA statement says:

Chelsea FC striker Didier Drogba has been suspended for six UEFA club competition matches - the last two of which are deferred for a probationary period of two years - following incidents at the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against FC Barcelona in London on 6 May. The decision was taken today by the UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body.

In addition, Chelsea defender José Bosingwa has been suspended for four UEFA club competition matches, the last of which is deferred for a probationary period of two years, for offences at the same match.

Drogba and Bosingwa were facing charges of being in breach of the principles of sportsmanship by insulting the referee by making offensive comments. Drogba's suspension applies to the next four UEFA club competition matches for which the player would be eligible, while Bosingwa's suspension applies to the next three UEFA club competition matches for which the player would be eligible.

Chelsea FC have been fined €100,000 for the improper conduct of their players and the throwing of missiles by their supporters at the match against Barcelona, which ended in a 1-1 draw.

Either the club or the players may appeal against the decision within three days of the dispatch of the reasoned decision.

Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink stated after the event that he supported Drogba actions in that he understood why it was done.
Chelsea will do well to remember this when deciding if to appeal.
Of course they should appeal and support their players.


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