Manchester United's Jack Fletcher has received a six-match ban for using a discriminatory word in October.
Fletcher, son of Man United legend Darren, has accepted the FA charge for breaching rules by 'using insulting words including a reference, whether express or implied, to sexual orientation.'
Jack Fletcher playing for Man United U21s
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Fletcher has been banned for breaching FA rules in an EFL Trophy matchCredit: Getty
The 18-year-old has also received a fine and an education order for his actions that occurred in an EFL Trophy meeting with Barnsley.
Fletcher was shown a straight red card after saying to an opponent: "You seem to know a lot about me, are you a gay boy?"
Details from the disciplinary hearing showed that he was involved in a verbal confrontation with a Barnsley player before the red card.
The referee was yards away at the time and heard what the teenager said, while Fletcher explained that he had been subjected to off-the-ball fouls and comments about his family before the incident.
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He didn't dispute what he had said though, and apologising for his actions, the United youngster stated: “I am truly sorry for the offensive word that I used in the heat of the moment.
"Despite the fact that I had no intention to use the term as a homophobic insult, I completely understand that such language is unacceptable and immediately apologised after the game.
"I want to be clear that this momentary lapse of character absolutely does not reflect my beliefs or values.”
Meanwhile, Man United wrote in a statement: "Manchester United has worked with Jack to strengthen his understanding of discriminatory language, and why it is harmful.
"In addition to his ongoing participation in regular Academy programmes on diversity and inclusion, Jack will also take part in educational training through the FA.
"Manchester United prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming club. Since launching All Red All Equal in 2016, we have embedded equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do."
Jack Fletcher during a Man United match
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Fletcher, son of Darren, has apologised for using the homophobic slurCredit: Getty
Fletcher, who broke into the Red Devils' senior squad earlier this season, has already served three games of his suspension.
The fine handed out as punishment totals £1,500.
As for the education order, he will have to attend face-to-face programmes, which have to be completed by June 2.
If they are not completed, Fletcher runs the risk of another suspension until the order is fulfilled.
Fletcher's Man United career
Fletcher, whose twin brother Tyler also plays for Man United's U21s, will hope his ban doesn't have an impact on his career.
He has just started to get a taste for first-team football with the Red Devils, making three Premier League appearances to date.
Darren Fletcher with his son Jack
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Fletcher is hoping to follow in the footsteps of his dad, DarrenCredit: Getty
The midfielder made his senior debut against Aston Villa in December, before playing 90 minutes across the following games.
He featured for 45 minutes against Newcastle and picked up another 45 minutes against Wolves at the end of 2025.
Fletcher hasn't been named in the Man United squad since the new year, but he'll want to be involved under Michael Carrick soon.
His dad, Darren, is a club legend at United, playing over 340 games for the club and winning five Premier League titles.
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The Scotsman also won the Champions League at the club.
He is now manager of the Red Devils' U18 side and also spent time as caretaker boss of the first team after Ruben Amorim was sacked.