Matheus Cunha Banned for Two Games and Fined £80,000 by FA Following Ipswich Incident

Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha has been handed a two-match ban and fined £80,000 by the Football Association (FA) following an altercation after Wolves’ Premier League match against Ipswich Town on December 14, 2024. The incident occurred after Jack Taylor scored a late winner for Ipswich, marking Gary O’Neil’s final match as Wolves manager before the club dismissed him.

The FA charged Matheus Cunha with misconduct for his actions after the final whistle, describing his behavior as “improper.” The Brazilian international admitted to the charge, and the sanctions were imposed by an independent regulatory commission.

Key Details:

• Date of Incident: December 14, 2024
• Incident: Altercation with Ipswich staff after the match
• Charge: Misconduct for acting in an “improper manner”
• Sanctions: Two-game ban, £80,000 fine
• Player’s Admission: Cunha admitted to the charge

Matheus Cunha will miss Wolves’ upcoming Premier League game against Nottingham Forest, scheduled for January 6. As well as their FA Cup third-round match against Bristol City on January 11.

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The FA confirmed that it will publish full written reasons for the case at a later date.