York City’s Scott Flinders has been slapped with a five-match ban after being found guilty of racial abuse while playing against AFC Wimbledon last season.
The 30-year-old goalkeeper, who denied the charge, was also fined £1,250 by the Football Association, and he must complete an education course.
It relates to an incident that took place in the 71st minute of the League Two clash at the Cherry Red Records stadium on March 19.
An FA statement said: "The player was alleged to have used abusive and/or insulting words contrary to Rule E3(1).
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"It was further alleged that this was an 'aggravated breach' as defined by Rule E3(2) as it included a reference to ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race.
"The charge, which the player denied, was found proven following an Independent Regulatory Commission."
Flinders has also been warned about his future conduct.
The match was memorable for Jake Reeves’ long-distance strike that sealed a 2-1 win that some say kick-started their push to promotion, while York City went on to be relegated out of the Football League.
