Man United hit with £65,000 fine by FA over players' actions against Fulham

Manchester United have been fined £65,000 following their players' actions during the FA Cup tie against Fulham last month.

The Red Devils beat Fulham 3-1 on March 19 to book their spot in the semi-finals of the competition.

But the game was marred by Aleksandar Mitrovic's extraordinary outburst towards match referee Chris Kavanagh. The Serbian forward pushed Kavanagh, resulting in a hefty eight-match ban.

Man United were charged for their part in the melee and have now been fined £65,000 following the behaviour of their players.

Players surround Chris Kavanagh during Manchester United vs. Fulham. Image: Alamy

"Manchester United FC has been fined £65,000 after its players surrounded a match official during the 71st minute of their tie against Fulham FC in The FA Cup on Sunday 19 March 2023," the statement reads.

"The club admitted that it failed to ensure its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion and do not behave in a way which is improper.

"Manchester United FC's fine was imposed by an independent Regulatory Commission following a subsequent hearing."

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Bruno Fernandes (x2) and Marcel Sabitzer both scored in Man United's comeback win over Fulham, setting up a clash against Brighton.

Erik ten Hag's team will return to Wembley Stadium for the second time this season to face Brighton in the semi-finals on April 23.

They beat Newcastle United in February to claim the Carabao Cup. Ten Hag will be hoping to add another piece of silverware in the shape of the FA Cup to his trophy haul this season.

Man United, who are fourth in the Premier League table, return to action on Saturday when they host Everton.