Chelsea defender Ivanovic appeals FA charge

Posted April 11, 2012 2:44 pm.

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LONDON — Chelsea says defender Branislav Ivanovic has appealed against a charge of violent conduct after apparently punching an opponent during a Premier League match.

The attack on Wigan forward Shaun Maloney, which happened late in Chelsea’s 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, wasn’t seen by match officials but was caught on video.

A Football Association regulatory commission will assess the video evidence and written submissions on Thursday.

If Ivanovic is found guilty, he faces a three-match ban — starting with Chelsea’s FA Cup semifinal match against Tottenham on Sunday.

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