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Stockton Town Faces FA Hearing Over Alleged Ineligible Player in Play-Off Semi-Final

The FA has charged Stockton Town with fielding suspended captain Adam Nicholson, with a Friday ruling set to determine their play-off final eligibility and Guiseley's potential reinstatement.

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Overview

  • Stockton Town defeated Guiseley 1–0 in the Northern Premier League Premier Division play-off semi-final, with Kevin Hayes scoring the decisive goal.
  • Club captain Adam Nicholson played the full match despite receiving a red card in the previous game, which under FA rules may have required an immediate suspension.
  • The FA charged Stockton Town on Wednesday with fielding an ineligible player, citing regulations that mandate immediate bans for red cards issued within seven days of a play-off match.
  • Stockton Town has released evidence from the FA's Pro Club Portal indicating Nicholson's suspension was marked to begin after the semi-final, asserting compliance with FA procedures.
  • A Friday FA hearing will decide whether Stockton retains their spot in the play-off final or if Guiseley will be reinstated to face Worksop Town for promotion to the National League North.