Wolverhampton Wanderers Coach Fined for Kicking Incident

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Vitor Pereira received a £15,000 fine after kicking a spare match ball at the dugout in frustration during a game against Brighton & Hove Albion. The incident led to his dismissal, and Pereira later apologized for his improper behavior.

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Vitor Pereira has been fined £15,000 following a dramatic incident in which he kicked a spare match ball into the dugout during their 1-1 clash with Brighton & Hove Albion earlier this month.

The incident occurred around the 19th minute, resulting in Pereira receiving a red card. The Football Association reported that the ball struck the Sky Sports floor manager, leading to quick apologies from both Pereira and his assistant, Luis Miguel.

Pereira issued a public apology during a press conference, expressing regret for his emotional outburst. "Football is emotional, and so am I, but that behavior was unacceptable," said Pereira, vowing it would not happen again.

(With inputs from agencies.)