Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has been charged by the Football Association following his red card in the 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on March 20. The 33-year-old was sent off for pulling down Evanilson in the penalty area, conceding a spot-kick in the process.
Referee Stuart Atwell initially showed a straight red card for denial of an obvious goal-scoring opportunity, a decision that was upheld after a VAR check. The Premier League match centre stated that it was deemed a holding offence with no attempt to challenge for the ball.
Maguire has been charged for allegedly acting in an improper manner and using abusive or insulting words towards the fourth official following his dismissal. He has until April 2 to respond to the charge, which could result in an extended suspension or a fine.
The England international will serve a one-match ban against Leeds United after the international break. He is currently available for the crucial top-four clash against Chelsea on April 18, but any additional punishment could rule him out of that fixture, dealing a blow to manager Michael Carrick.
