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Mateta Faces Three-Game Ban After Appeal Fails
Crystal Palace striker's dismissal upheld, adding to team's struggles in the league
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Ban Confirmed After Review
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta must serve a three-match ban after his appeal against a red card was turned down. The forward was sent off in the 13th minute of the 2-0 Premier League loss at Tottenham following a challenge on Micky van de Ven. The initial yellow card from referee Michael Oliver was upgraded following a VAR check, and an independent commission rejected both wrongful dismissal and excessive punishment claims.
Fixtures Ahead for Palace
Mateta will miss the home league game against Liverpool on Sunday plus matches with Coventry and Hull this month. The club sits 18th in the Premier League table and will next play Hoffenheim in the Europa League.
Pressure Builds on Coach
Head coach Pierre Sage remains under scrutiny after Palace lost their last three league games, during which the side conceded nine goals and scored none.
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