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Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues below<script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script><ul><li>Wrexham were beaten 4-2 by Sheffield</li><li>Several players from both sides got into a spat</li><li>FA have issued a fine for "mass confrontation"</li></ul>

Wrexham learn FA punishment for 'failing to control players' in Carabao Cup loss to Sheffield United as Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney forced to dig into pockets

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Tensions boiled over after Wrexham's <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/wrexham-defeat-sheffield-united-mass-brawl-red-dragons-crash-out-carabao-cup/blt39676ff74416fadb#csb3b5f125867e0465" target="_blank">Jack Marriott and Sheffield United midfielder Sydie Peck were involved in </a>a skirmish following a late consolation goal by Sebastian Revan for Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's team. Peck, who was named Man of the Match for his standout performance, obstructed Marriott from retrieving the ball from the back of the Blades' net. Frustrated by the delay, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/wrexham-ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-fa-charge-mass-brawl-carabao-cup-defeat-sheffield-united/bltb98aa3264e99ed7c#csdf1a390106d16d91" target="_blank">Marriott tussled with Peck,</a> leading to a brief but intense confrontation between the two players.

WHAT HAPPENED?

As the two players grappled, teammates from both sides quickly joined the scuffle, escalating the situation into a broader melee. The match officials intervened, issuing yellow cards to both Marriott and Peck for their roles in the altercation.In the aftermath of the incident, the FA launched an investigation into the conduct of both clubs during the match. In conclusion, the FA issued fines to both Wrexham and Sheffield United for their respective roles in the incident. According to an official statement from the FA, <a href="https://www.thefa.com/news/2024/sep/02/sheffield-united-fc-sanctioned-020924#:~:text=Both%20clubs%20admitted%20that%20they,a%20standard%20%C2%A32%2C500%20penalty." target="_blank">Sheffield United was fined £8,500</a>, while Wrexham received a lesser penalty of £2,500.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

The FA's disciplinary commission, which reviewed the incident, noted that nearly every Sheffield United player became involved in the "mass confrontation to some degree." However, the commission also acknowledged that the aggression displayed during the incident was "of a fairly low level," which factored into their decision-making process. Sheffield United's more substantial fine was attributed to several factors, including the number of players involved and the club's "very poor previous disciplinary record - both short and long-term".

DID YOU KNOW?

Despite the setback in the Carabao Cup, Wrexham have started their League One campaign on a positive note securing three victories in their first four matches, showing promise in their quest for promotion. Their next challenge will come on September 7, when they face Shrewsbury Town.

WHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM?

Wrexham learn FA punishment for 'failing to control players' in Carabao Cup loss to Sheffield United as Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney forced to dig into pockets | Goal.com

Wrexham have been fined by the FA for &quot;failing to control players&quot; during their Carabao Cup loss to Sheffield United in August.

Wrexham learn FA punishment for &apos;failing to control players&apos; in Carabao Cup loss to Sheffield United as Ryan Reynolds &amp; Rob McElhenney forced to dig into pockets