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FA charges Sunderland boss David Moyes over 'slap' comments

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The Football Association has confirmed that Sunderland manager David Moyes has been charged over comments in which he said a female reporter "might get a slap" after a postmatch interview.

In a statement, the FA said Moyes had been charged "in relation to comments made after the game against Burnley on 18 March 2017."

The statement added: "It is alleged the Sunderland manager's remarks were improper and/or threatening and/or brought the game into disrepute, contrary to FA Rule E3(1).