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Milutin Osmajic: Preston striker charged after Hannibal Mejbri racism allegations

Preston striker Milutin Osmajic has been charged by the Football Association after being accused of racially abusing Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri.

The FA has been investigating the incident which is alleged to have happened during the 0-0 draw at Deepdale last month.

It has now charged Osmajic and the Montenegrin has until 25 March to respond.

A statement read: “It’s alleged that the forward acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards an opposing player contrary to FA Rule E3.1.”

It was further alleged it constituted an “aggravated breach” as it includes “a reference, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race”.

More to follow.


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