Spitting row: Jonny Evans and Papiss Cisse 'to face FA charge'

A tussle during Man Utd's victory over Newcastle appeared to turn into a spitting match between the two players

Manchester United player Jonny Evans amd Papiss Cisse of Newcastle United
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Newcastle 0 Manchester United 1. A late goal from Ashley Young earned Manchester United a hard-fought victory at St James' Park, but the win was overshadowed by a spitting row that is likely to have repercussions for both clubs.

Manchester United defender Jonny Evans and Newcastle striker Papiss Cisse tangled in the first half and appeared to lash out at each other as they lay on the ground. Evans then got to his feet and, according to the Sun, "spat downwards in the direction of Newcastle striker Cisse. The Toon striker jumped to his feet and seemed to spit back" at the United player. Though the incident was not seen by referee Anthony Taylor, the Football Association is almost certain to charge the players with misconduct once it has reviewed video footage of the incident.

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