Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran charged by the FA after furious reaction to red card in Boxing Day defeat to Newcastle

The Colombian striker was sent off just past the half-hour mark in Villa's 3-0 defeat at St James' Park after referee Antony Taylor punished him for an apparent stamp on Fabian Schar, though replays suggested the decision was harsh. Duran was left fuming after the red card as he kicked a water bottle while on his way off the pitch.

The 21-year-old ace was already serving a three-match suspension for the straight red card but on Tuesday, the Football Association charged him for allegedly acting in an "improper manner" and he could now face further punishment. Duran has until January 3 to provide a response to the FA's charge.

The official statement from the FA read: "Jhon Duran has been charged following the Premier League fixture between Newcastle United and Aston Villa on Thursday 26 December 2024. It’s alleged that the Aston Villa forward acted in an improper manner in the 32nd minute of the fixture, after being sent off. Duran has until January 3 to provide a response."

While Duran continues to serve his initial suspension, the Unai Emery's team will be back in action on Saturday as they take on Leicester City in the Premier League at Villa Park.