Binya banned for six games

BENFICA midfielder Augustin Binya has been banned for six UEFA matches following his red card for a high challenge on Scott Brown in the Champions League clash with Celtic.

Binya banned for six games
Sat, 17 Nov, 2007 - 00:00
James Whelan

Scotland international Brown avoided injury but claimed Binya had tried to break his leg with the tackle in the 85th minute of the November 6 match at Parkhead, which Celtic won 1-0.

UEFA’s control and disciplinary body announced their verdict yesterday, having deliberated on the case on Thursday.

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