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Swindon Captain Ollie Clarke Banned Seven Matches for Misconduct

1/12/2026

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Ollie Clarke, captain of Swindon Town, received a seven-match ban from the Football Association's independent regulatory commission for intentional fouls on two opponents' private parts against Cardiff City on August 12.
The 33-year-old Clarke was fined £2,750 after admitting to improper conduct, and the commission rejected his claim that the actions were unintentional.
Swindon Town defended Clarke, saying the ban did not meet the standard of proof and reaffirming support.

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Ollie Clarke, captain of Swindon Town, received a seven-match ban from the Football Association's independent regulatory commission for intentional fouls on two opponents' private parts against Cardiff City on August 12.
The 33-year-old Clarke was fined £2,750 after admitting to improper conduct, and the commission rejected his claim that the actions were unintentional.
Swindon Town defended Clarke, saying the ban did not meet the standard of proof and reaffirming support.