FA charges Bielik as police close fan altercation inquiry

Cardiff defender Krystian Bielik faces FA misconduct charge over an altercation with Portsmouth fans, but police have concluded their investigation.

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What happened. The FA charged Cardiff City defender Krystian Bielik with misconduct over an altercation with Portsmouth fans during a Championship match on 5 September. Hampshire Police concluded their investigation with an out-of-court disposal and an apology from the player.

• The incident occurred in the 71st minute of Cardiff's 2-0 defeat at Portsmouth.
• Bielik has until Friday, 25 September to respond to the FA charge.
• Police confirmed an out-of-court disposal and apology, closing the matter.

“It's alleged that the player acted in an improper manner around the 71st minute of the match.”

— The FA

Bielik must respond to the FA charge by 25 September, with potential further disciplinary action to follow.

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