Champions League news

Platt handed European ban

November 28, 2012
By ESPN staff

Manchester City first team coach David Platt has been handed a two-match ban by UEFA after being sent to the stands during the Champions League game against Real Madrid.

David Platt's conduct against Real Madrid in the Champions League has landed him in hot water with UEFA
GettyImagesDavid Platt's conduct against Real Madrid in the Champions League has landed him in hot water with UEFA

Italian referee Gianluca Rocchi dismissed Platt during the 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium which confirmed City's exit from the competition.

Platt's ban comes in time for him to miss their final Champions League fixture this campaign, when they travel to Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, December 4.

A statement from UEFA confirmed: "The UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body has suspended Manchester City FC assistant coach David Platt for the next two UEFA competition matches.

"He will not be able to carry out his function at Tuesday's UEFA Champions League Group D match against Borussia Dortmund in Germany, as well as at the next UEFA competition match for which he will be eligible.

"Platt was sent off by the referee for improper conduct (Article 5, Disciplinary Regulations) during last Wednesday's match between Manchester City FC and Real Madrid CF.

"An appeal may be lodged against the verdict within three days of the dispatch of the reasoned decision."

City have also been fined €12,000 for the improper conduct of the team after five yellow cards were picked up in the same match.