Sir Alex Fined, Suspended and Gagged

Last updated : 12 November 2009 By Utd Mad Ed

The ban is actually four games but two are suspended and come about because Sir just pointed out the truth about the unfit referee after the 2-2 draw with Sunderland in the Premier League.

The United boss claimed that Wiley “just wasn’t fit enough” to take charge of a Premier League game.

That has upset the commission who made a statement after the hearing through Peter Griffiths who sat as chairman: "Each member of the commission recognised Sir Alex Ferguson's achievements and stature within the game.

"Having said that, it was made clear to Sir Alex that with such stature comes increased responsibilities.

"The commission considered his admitted remarks, in the context in which they were made, were not just improper but were grossly improper and wholly inappropriate.

"He should never have said what he did say."

Now Sir has to be on his best behaviour for the rest of the season as if there is any more of this speaking the truth, the suspended two match ban will be activated.

Sir said via the United official website: "I apologise to Mr Wiley for any personal embarrassment that my remarks may have caused and to the FA for going public with my views.

"My only intention in speaking publicly was to highlight what I believe to be a serious and important issue in the game, namely that the fitness levels of referees must match the ever-increasing demands of the modern game, which I hope will now be properly addressed through the appropriate formal channels."