Rafael hit with misconduct charge

Rafael hit with misconduct charge

Published Jan. 17, 2011 1:20 p.m. ET

The Brazilian full-back was sent off after being booked for a foul on Benoit Assou-Ekotto - he had been cautioned earlier in the match. The FA said in a statement: "Manchester United defender Rafael Da Silva has today been charged by the FA with improper conduct. "The charge relates to the player's conduct towards match official Mike Dean following his dismissal in Manchester United's fixture at Tottenham." The United player has until 6pm on Tuesday to respond to the charge.

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