US EditionLUFC news round-up as opposition player charged by FA and more fixture changes
- The Football Association has charged Burnley's Hannibal Mejbri with misconduct for allegedly spitting at Leeds United supporters during a match on October 18, 2025.
- The incident occurred around the 67th minute, with the FA confirming it breached the Laws of the Game.
- Mejbri has until November 28 to respond to the charges, which could result in a minimum six-match suspension.
- Lancashire Police are investigating the allegations in cooperation with Burnley Football Club.
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Hannibal Mejbri charged with allegedly spitting at rival fans with former Man Utd player facing ban
The Football Association has brought misconduct charges against Burnley's Hannibal Mejbri following claims he spat at Leeds United supporters.The Tunisian international, 22, allegedly engaged in the behaviour whilst warming up around the 67th minute of the match at Turf Moor on October 18, which the Clarets won 2-0.A supporter from the visiting Whites contingent filed a formal complaint regarding the incident, prompting the FA and Lancashire Pol…
SCAN SPORT - Burnley's offensive media, allegedly spitting at Leeds fans, is accused of misconduct by the English Football Federation.
Burnley Hannibal Mejbri's midfielder, who allegedly spit on supporters of Leeds United on 18 October in the Premier League, is accused of misconduct by the English Football Federation.
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