Sunderland manager David Moyes charged with misconduct by FA

David Moyes has been charged with misconduct by the Football Association following his sending-off at Southampton.
David Moyes complains to the fourth official at Southampton prior to being sent off by referee Chris Cavanagh. Picture by Frank ReidDavid Moyes complains to the fourth official at Southampton prior to being sent off by referee Chris Cavanagh. Picture by Frank Reid
David Moyes complains to the fourth official at Southampton prior to being sent off by referee Chris Cavanagh. Picture by Frank Reid

The Sunderland manager is alleged to have “used abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official”.

Moyes was sent off in the 90th minute of the EFL Trophy fourth round tie at St Mary’s, seconds after referee Chris Kavanagh rejected strong appeals for a penalty after Sunderland striker Victor Anichebe tumbled in the box.

Moyes has until 6pm on Tuesday to respond to the charge.