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Football Australia disciplinary disputes
Overview
Football Australia has issued sanctions against players for breaches of the National Code of Conduct and Ethics. Auckland FC striker Sam Cosgrove received a $2,000 fine and a two-match suspension following an incident where he directed offensive language toward a journalist during a media conference.
In response to these and other disciplinary actions, the Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) union has criticized the governing body for an “overly officious” approach. The PFA expressed concern over the sanctions against Cosgrove and a separate penalty issued to Perth Glory captain Tom Lawrence, arguing that the recent penalties represent a “significant departure” from historical standards. The union contends that players are being unfairly punished for expressing opinions during media engagements.
Entities
Sam Cosgrove · Football Australia · Auckland FC · Brisbane Roar · Professional Footballers Australia
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesProfessional Footballers Australia criticizes FA disciplinary actions
The Professional Footballers Australia union is challenging Football Australia's recent bans and fines for players Tom Lawrence and Sam Cosgrove, calling the sanctions disproportionate.
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[SPORTS] 5 sourcesFootball Australia fines and suspends Auckland FC striker Sam Cosgrove
Auckland FC striker Sam Cosgrove has been fined $2,000 and handed a two-match suspension by Football Australia for offensive comments made toward a journalist during a media conference.
Sources
aleagues.com.au · communitynews.com.au · friendsoffootballnz.com · ftbl.com.au · perthnow.com.au · sportskeeda.com