Unsafe bet: FA punish Andros Townsend

 
PA
4 June 2013

Andros Townsend was today suspended by the Football Association over betting offences but the Tottenham midfielder will not miss any of next season.

Townsend was given a four-month ban, three of which were suspended until July 2016, after admitting breaking FA rules although it is understood the charge did not relate to matches he played in. The 21-year-old was also fined £18,000.

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