FA determined: Everton’s Richarlison throws back Pyro Torch
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Toffees striker Richarlison threw a Pyro flare back into the crowd as Everton defeated Chelsea 1-0. Now the FA threatens a fine.
After Brazilian Richarlison scored the decisive goal against Chelsea FC, he caused a curious scene in the Premier League. A pyro flare thrown at his feet sent him straight back onto the stands. A sanction by the FA is imminent.
There is currently no information on where the torch ended up after it was thrown. An Everton spokesman said: “We will investigate the matter. But as far as we are concerned, Richarlison tried to throw the torch off the field.”
According to information from The Athletic the FA will launch an investigation. The 24-year-old could be suspended for up to three games, according to the Sun now threaten.
Everton beat Chelsea 1-0 thanks to Richarlison’s goal and thus kept the chance of relegation. The Toffees are currently in a relegation zone. The gap to the saving bank is two points. However, Everton have a game fewer than the competition.