Junior Firpo Suspended for Alleged On-Field Headbutt

Leeds United defender Junior Firpo has received a three-game suspension for alleged violent conduct after a headbutt incident with Millwall's Danny McNamara. The English Football Association deemed his actions as violent conduct, despite Firpo's denial. An independent commission upheld the decision.

Leeds United's defender, Junior Firpo, has been handed a three-game suspension due to an off-the-ball incident during a match. The incident involved an alleged headbutt on Millwall opponent Danny McNamara, garnering attention from football authorities.

Despite Firpo's denial of any wrongdoings, the English Football Association classified the action as 'violent conduct.' The incident, which occurred in the 95th minute, wasn't captured by match officials but was caught on video footage.

An independent regulatory commission, upon reviewing the evidence, upheld the suspension. This decision means Firpo will begin serving his suspension when Leeds faces Queens Park Rangers on Saturday.

(With inputs from agencies.)