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Aston Villa's Micah Richards accepts FA charge of misconduct

Friday 30 October 2015 12:48, UK

Micah Richards clashed with Federico Fernandez against Swansea and it spilled over into the tunnel after the game
Image: Micah Richards clashed with Federico Fernandez against Swansea and it spilled over into the tunnel after the game

Micah Richards has accepted an FA charge of improper conduct after a tunnel incident following Aston Villa's 2-1 home defeat to Swansea.

Villa captain Richards had until 6pm on Thursday to reply to the charge and opted against an appeal.

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The former Manchester City player had clashed on the pitch with Swansea defender Federico Fernandez - an incident that did not require censure - but continued arguing with the Argentine once the teams left the field.

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