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BBC News
6 days ago
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Reds call on IFA to change process after Burrows case
Cliftonville have called on the Irish Football Association (IFA) to review its process of how suspensions are communicated after Reds captain Kelsie Burrows was cleared of assaulting a match official. On the IFA's website, Burrows' ban was listed as 16 matches for "assault on a match official (whether or not causing bodily harm)" after Cliftonville's Women's Premiership win over Glentoran on 25 Northern Ireland defender was shown a red card by referee Simon Bickerstaff after the incident involving one of his she was cleared of the initial charge after Cliftonville's successful 'obvious error challenge' to the County Antrim FA disciplinary a result, Burrows' red card still stands and she now faces a shorter two-match ban on a reclassified Tuesday, Burrows said "the stress of being accused of something I knew I didn't do was incredibly emotionally difficult". While Cliftonville said the club were "pleased" that their 'obvious error challenge' was successful, they asked the IFA to review "how such matters are communicated on their website"."We believe that only the final outcomes of the disciplinary process, once exhausted, should be reported," added the club's statement. "Issuing lists of offences and associated sanctions while a process is under way gives a misleading impression, particularly when such serious offences are stated, as was the case in this instance. "Publishing what appears to be a final position can lead to issues beyond football for the person concerned, both in their personal life and work environment. We ask the IFA to give this due consideration."The IFA has been approached for comment. 'Incredibly emotionally difficult' Burrows, who represented Northern Ireland at the 2022 Euros, said she was "relieved and appreciative" that Cliftonville's challenge was successful. "The original sanction was not only going to affect my ability to play the sport I love, but it also took a significant toll on my mental and social well-being," added the former Blackburn and Linfield player. "The stress of being accused of something I knew I didn't do was incredibly emotionally difficult, and it placed strain on my relationships both on and off the pitch."I'm proud to represent both Cliftonville and Northern Ireland, and I've always tried to conduct myself with professionalism and respect for the game. "I'm thankful the challenge process acknowledged the full context of the incident, and I now look forward to moving on and continuing to give everything for my club and country."
Yahoo
05-08-2025
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NI's Burrows given 16-game ban for alleged assault
Cliftonville captain Kelsie Burrows has been handed a 16-match ban for an alleged assault on a match official. The Northern Ireland international was shown a red card by referee Simon Bickerstaff after the Reds' 2-0 win against Glentoran Women on 25 July. The suspension is effective immediately and covers all competitions but it is understood that the club are appealing against the decision, which means Burrows will be available to play in Friday's Premiership game against Crusaders Strikers. Team coach Brendan Lynch has been handed a three-match ban from the same game for "entering the field of play to confront a match official". The incident came after the final whistle of the victory over Glentoran, which put Cliftonville right in the mix at the top of the table as they currently sit six points off leaders Linfield with two games in hand. Cliftonville, the Irish Football Association and NIFL have been contacted by BBC Sport NI for comment.
Yahoo
05-08-2025
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NI's Burrows given 16-game ban for alleged assault
Cliftonville captain Kelsie Burrows has been handed a 16-match ban for an alleged assault on a match official. The Northern Ireland international was shown a red card by referee Simon Bickerstaff after the Reds' 2-0 win against Glentoran Women on 25 July. The suspension is effective immediately and covers all competitions but it is understood that the club are appealing against the decision, which means Burrows will be available to play in Friday's Premiership game against Crusaders Strikers. Team coach Brendan Lynch has been handed a three-match ban from the same game for "entering the field of play to confront a match official". The incident came after the final whistle of the victory over Glentoran, which put Cliftonville right in the mix at the top of the table as they currently sit six points off leaders Linfield with two games in hand. Cliftonville, the Irish Football Association and NIFL have been contacted by BBC Sport NI for comment.
BBC News
05-08-2025
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Cliftonville and NI's Burrows given 16-game suspension
Cliftonville captain Kelsie Burrows has been handed a 16-match ban for an alleged 'assault on a match official'.The Northern Ireland international was shown a red card by referee Simon Bickerstaff after the Reds' 2-0 win against Glentoran Women on 25 coach Brendan Lynch has been handed a three-match ban from the same game for 'entering the field of play to confront a match official'.The suspensions are effective immediately and cover all competitions but it is understood that the club are appealing the decision, which means Burrows will be available to play in Friday's Premiership game against Crusaders incident came after the final whistle of the victory over Glentoran which put Cliftonville right in the mix at the top of the table as they currently sit six points off leaders Linfield with two games in the Irish FA and NIFL have been contacted by BBC Sport NI for comment.
Belfast Telegraph
04-08-2025
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- Belfast Telegraph
Cliftonville and Northern Ireland ace hit with huge 16-match ban for alleged referee ‘assault'
Cliftonville Ladies captain Kelsie Burrows has been slapped with a huge 16-match ban for an alleged 'assault' on a match official. The Reds have launched an immediate appeal against the marathon suspension on the Northern Ireland international as it would not only effectively end her 2025 season but also hit the Reds hard as they fight to keep hold of the Women's Premiership title.
