The Football Association have confirmed that Barrow defender James Cotterill has been suspended "from all football activity" while they conduct an inquiry into his actions during the FA Cup first round tie with Bristol Rovers.
Cotterill has been charged with violent conduct after an apparent punch to the face of Rovers striker Sean Rigg, which was missed by referee Eddie Ilderton but was picked up by BBC Match of the Day cameras. Rigg is set to have two metal plates inserted into his fractured jaw and has confirmed he plans to press charges.
An FA statement said: "James Cotterill has been suspended from all football and football activity with immediate effect, pending the outcome of disciplinary proceedings. The Interim Suspension Order has been ordered due to the serious nature of the alleged misconduct."
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