Events Today
Renton thrown out of Scottish Football League after just four league games
Renton were suspended from the Scottish Football League after only four matches. The Scottish Football Association expelled the club for alleged professionalism and other breaches, with their league record later expunged, despite them winning their appeal against the suspension.
Sweden’s impossible double as they win two internationals in two countries on the same day
International football produced one of its most extraordinary scheduling stories when Sweden played and won two separate matches on the same day in two different countries. They defeated Denmark 4-1 in Solna and Finland 6-1 in Helsinki after sending two full squads to fulfil both fixtures.
Premier League draw overshadowed by Joey Barton’s bizarre celebration
Manchester City’s 1-1 draw with Everton ended in controversy when Joey Barton celebrated Micah Richards’ stoppage-time equaliser by exposing his backside to the home supporters at Goodison Park. The incident brought further unwanted attention to a player who was already developing a reputation as one of football’s most combustible characters. The FA on issued Barton with a £2000 fine.