Bernardo Silva could be banned for 6 games

Bernardo Silva has been charged by the FA for racially offensive jokes that he shared regarding Benjamin Mendy and could face a six game ban.

The Portugal international has received backlash on social media over the last week after he posted a tweet that shared a still image from a racially offensive advert.

Another video shared to Instagram in the post was also cited after he made a racist joke about the clothing that Benjamin Mendy was wearing in the clip and now faces a ban.

A statement on the FA’s website reads: “Bernardo Silva has been charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3 in relation to a social media post on 22 September 2019.

“It is alleged that the Manchester City player’s activity breaches FA Rule E3(1) as it was insulting and/or improper and/or brought the game into disrepute.

“It is further alleged that the activity constitutes an “Aggravated Breach”, which is defined in FA Rule E3(2), as it included reference, whether expressed or implied, to race and/or colour and/or ethnic origin.

“The midfielder has until 9 October 2019 to provide a response.”

The post Bernardo Silva could be banned for 6 games appeared first on Anfield Watch.

Source: anfieldhq.com