PEDRO NETO has been hit with a fresh charge from The Football Association after his red card during Chelsea’s clash with Arsenal.
The winger was sent off during the heated Premier League showdown against the Gunners and subsequently missed the 4–1 win over Aston Villa.
Neto was dismissed in the 70th minute of the London derby.
The Portuguese star received a second yellow in the space of five minutes.
But his problems did not end with the sending-off.
The FA has now opened disciplinary proceedings against the Chelsea forward.
Officials claim Neto failed to leave the pitch promptly after being dismissed.
He is also accused of directing abusive words towards the match officials.
The FA confirmed the charge in an official statement.
It read: “Pedro Neto has been charged after being sent off in the 70th minute of the Premier League fixture between Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC on Sunday 1 March.
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“It’s alleged that the player acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the pitch promptly.”
The statement also alleged he may have used abusive words towards the officials.
Neto has been given a deadline to respond to the charge. He must submit his response to the FA by Monday, March 9.
If the charge is proven, the winger could face further punishment — on top of the automatic suspension he already faces following the red card.
Chelsea have endured a challenging season disciplinary-wise, having picked up nine red cards this term.
They have picked up seven red cards in the Premier League alone, equalling the worst record set by Burnley.
Manager Liam Rosenior admitted his team needed to improve.
He said: “Am I involved? I am now. It’s not a laughing matter because it’s a key area we have to improve.
“Every manager has a different idea about the way you attack and defend set plays.
“I will always be honest. I’ve taken more responsibility in the last week because I know it’s something that needs to improve.”
