Edinson Cavani: Man Utd forward banned over Instagram post
Manchester United's Edinson Cavani has been given a three-match ban and a £100,000 fine for a social media post containing a Spanish phrase that is offensive in some contexts.
The Uruguayan, 33, pleaded guilty to a Football Association charge of using insulting and/or improper words.
Cavani sent the message after scoring a winner at Southampton on 29 November.
The striker subsequently deleted the post and apologised when the meaning that could be attached was pointed out.
Along with the ban and fine, Cavani must also complete a "face-to-face" education programme.
Cavani's ban will begin immediately, ruling him out of United's Premier League game with Aston Villa on New Year's Day.
He is also set to miss the EFL Cup semi-final against Manchester City on 6 Ja...