The FA reject Crystal Palace's appeal against Jean-Philippe Mateta's red card in Tottenham defeat - with France star to miss three crucial matches

The Football Association has rejected Crystal Palace's appeal against Jean-Philippe Mateta's red card, meaning the France striker will serve a suspension. Mateta received a straight red card in the 13th minute of Crystal Palace's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur after a late challenge on Micky van de Ven, catching the centre-back's achilles with his studs up. As a result of the failed appeal, Mateta will miss three matches for Crystal Palace.