Crystal Palace appeals Mateta's red card from Tottenham match

Crystal Palace is appealing the red card issued to Jean-Philippe Mateta during Saturday's match against Tottenham, which Palace lost. Mateta received the red card after a late challenge on Micky van de Ven, initially given as a yellow but upgraded following a VAR review. Clubs officials claim the incident was accidental, as Mateta believed he was focused on the ball. Facing a potential three-match suspension, Palace hopes the decision will be overturned or mitigated ahead of their upcoming game against Liverpool, which may have implications for manager Pierre Sage's position.

• 2:54 PMBBC Sport — Palace launch Mateta red card appeal