ESPN.com · Apr 18, 2016
MLS rescinds Michael Parkhurst red card for Columbus Crew SC
Columbus Crew SC look to reclaim last season's Eastern Conference Champion form as they take on a struggling, but potent New York City FC squad in Week 7.Columbus Crew SC defender Michael Parkhurst has had his red card rescinded by Major League Soccer following a case of mistaken identity on Saturday.
Referee Ted Unkel awarded New York City FC a penalty after Columbus defender Tyson Wahl denied Kwadwo Poku a clear goal-scoring opportunity, but then dismissed Parkhurst.
The official noted his mistake in his match report, prompting Monday's action by the league.
MLS ruled that Wahl will serve the one-game suspension against the Houston Dynamo on Saturday instead of Parkhurst.