FA to launch 'spitting' probe

The Football Association is to launch an investigation into the alleged spitting incident between Manchester United defender Jonny Evans and Newcastle striker Papiss Cisse.

FA to launch 'spitting' probe

The Football Association is to launch an investigation into the alleged spitting incident between Manchester United defender Jonny Evans and Newcastle striker Papiss Cisse.

Disciplinary chiefs are awaiting match referee Anthony Taylor’s report while at the same time reviewing video footage from Wednesday night’s game, which saw United win 1-0 at St James’ Park.

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