An independent commission rejected Arsenal's appeal against Max Dowman's red card, confirming a three-game suspension for the 16-year-old midfielder.
Dowman was sent off in the 85th minute of Arsenal's Carabao Cup defeat at Fleetwood Town after a kick out at Harrison Neal following a challenge. The Gunners lost 1-1 on penalties after the draw.
The Football Association confirmed the dismissal of both wrongful dismissal and excessive punishment claims. Dowman will miss Premier League matches against Liverpool, Hull City and Newcastle, but is eligible for the Champions League game against Slavia Prague on Nov. 4.
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta said he had not spoken to Dowman about the incident but emphasized the club's standards for emotional control during matches.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing