Massadio Haidara

            

   Whilst we understand that the current procedures give the FA limited options, it cannot be correct that the most serious offences – those which have the potential to cause another player serious harm – can go unpunished, even if the original incident was seen by match officials.McManaman’s reprieve has prompted an angry response from St James’ Park, with Newcastle managing director Derek Llambias delivering a withering criticism of the FA’s disciplinary unit. It is clear from this decision that the current disciplinary procedures are not fit for purpose,” Llambias said.Such was ferocity of McManaman’s challenge, which has left Haïdara facing further scans to assess possible ligament damage, Newcastle assistant manager John Carver and Wigan coach Graham Barrow were involved in a half-time confrontation that has resulted in both men being charged with misconduct following their dismissal by Halsey.Newcastle United, along with other clubs, have had players suspended for incidents reviewed after the game. Whilst not trivialising these incidents, they were not, in our opinion, of the seriousness of Callum McManaman’s tackle on Haïdara.