Wednesday 16 October 2019 14:40, UK
Charlton manager Lee Bowyer says he is "surprised and disappointed" to have been given a three-match touchline ban after admitting a charge of improper conduct over comments he made to a referee.
Bowyer was charged following incidents which occurred during and after Charlton's 2-1 defeat to Swansea on October 2, when his side squandered an early lead and the Swans moved top of the table.
He was unhappy at his side not being awarded a penalty but, speaking after the match, appeared to accept it as "one of those things".
After the FA confirmed the ban, Bowyer told Charlton's official website: "I'm surprised and disappointed with the ban.
"I didn't shout or swear in my discussion with the referee but it is what it is. My focus remains on making sure we are ready for Saturday's game against Derby County."
That match will be the first of his suspension, with Bowyer also to be missing from the dugout for away fixtures at Bristol City and West Brom.
He has also been fined £4,000.
