West Brom appeal against Molumby dismissal
West Bromwich Albion have appealed against the red card shown to Jayson Molumby in Tuesday's Championship defeat at Bristol City.
The Republic of Ireland midfielder was shown a straight red card in the 89th minute at Ashton Gate after a challenge on Joe Williams.
The Baggies went on to concede a 96th-minute winner from City full-back Haydon Roberts.
Albion have submitted a claim of wrongful dismissal to the Football Association.
Molumby has started 30 Championship games this season for Tony Mowbray's side, who host Watford in a match crucial to their play-off hopes on Saturday (15:00 BST).
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