Manchester United's Harry Maguire has received an additional one-match ban for misconduct, ruling him out of the upcoming match against Chelsea. An independent regulatory commission handed down the suspension on April 1, citing Maguire's improper behavior towards fourth official Matt Donohue after being sent off against Bournemouth on March 20. Maguire had reacted to his red card by pushing Evanilson and was subsequently banned for the match against Leeds, which Manchester United lost 2-1.
The England international has admitted to the offense and has been fined £30,000. According to the FA's written reasons, Donohue claimed Maguire used abusive language as he left the field, although Maguire disputed this, saying he only stated 'it is a joke.' With Lisandro Martinez also suspended, Manchester United's center-back options are limited for the Chelsea match, with potential alternatives including Leny Yoro, Ayden Heaven, Luke Shaw, or even youngster Godwill Kukonki.