Tuchel accused of “inappropriate behavior” for his criticism of a referee

The English Football Association announced on Monday that Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has been formally charged with “inappropriate behavior“After his criticism against Anthony Taylor, the referee of the match against Tottenham (2-2), on August 14.

“It is alleged that his comments at the post-match press conference (…) imply bias and/or question the integrity of the match referee and/or damage the reputation discipline“, explained the FA in its press release.

“How can he see that and not whistle foul and give a red card? How ?“, he had exclaimed in particular about Taylor who had not sent off Tottenham defender, Cristian Romero who had pulled the hair of the left piston of the Blues, Marc Cucurella, a few seconds before the equalizer of Harry Kane in additional time.

Tottenham’s first goal was also marred by a foul on Kai Havertz at the start of the action, he said.

“I can’t understand how the first goal is not (cancelled for) a foul or how a player can pull an opponent’s hair on a corner kick. I’m very curious to hear the explanation“, he had cursed.

“I can assure you that it’s not just our supporters, the whole dressing room is of this opinion“, he had also explained when he was asked if he had “a problemwith the referee.

The boss has until Thursday to present elements of defence, the FA added.

The match ended with another incident between the two coaches, Tuchel and Antonio Conte being separated by their staff after an excessively manly handshake, embellished with a few flowery remarks, which had earned them both a red card.

The German had been given a one-match suspension, which he still has to serve, and 35,000 pounds (41,000 euros) fine by the federation, while the Italian will have to pay 15,000 pounds (17,700 euros).

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