Hannibal Mejbri Gets 4-Match Ban for Spitting at Leeds Fans

Hannibal Mejbri

Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri handed four-match suspension for spitting towards Leeds United supporters during Premier League match.

“Hannibal Mejbri subsequently admitted the charge, and the regulatory commission...”

Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri has received a four-match ban for spitting towards Leeds United supporters during a Premier League match in October. Mejbri, a Tunisia international, admitted to the offense, which occurred around the 67th minute of Burnley's 2-0 win over Leeds.

The FA's independent regulatory commission imposed the four-match suspension, along with a £15,000 fine, after Mejbri pleaded guilty to the charge. This ban means Mejbri will miss Burnley's upcoming matches, including today's game against Newcastle United.

BREAKING: Hannibal Mejbri has been handed a four-match suspension and a £15,000 fine for misconduct after the Burnley player spat at or in the direction of Leeds United supporters around the 67th minute 🚨 pic.twitter.com/t52OqOxqxk

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“Hannibal Mejbri subsequently admitted the charge, and the regulatory commission imposed a four-match suspension,” it added.

Hannibal Mejbri, Burnley's midfielder, has been handed a four-match ban and fined £15,000 ($20,000) for spitting towards Leeds United fans during a Premier League match in October. This incident occurred in the 67th minute of Burnley's 2-0 win over Leeds at Turf Moor.

Burnley is currently struggling, sitting 19th in the table with five consecutive losses. Their next match is against 12th-placed Newcastle United on Saturday at St. James' Park, which will be a tough test for the Clarets.