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Southampton striker Charlie Austin has been charged with violent conduct following an incident during Saturday's game against Huddersfield.

Terriers keeper Jonas Lossl committed to a ball in the box with Austin attempting to make a challenge, but the Danish international was first there comfortably.

Still, Austin continued his chase and his boot caught Lossl in the face.

An FA statement said: "Southampton’s Charlie Austin has been charged with violent conduct.

"It follows an incident during yesterday's game against Huddersfield Town which was not seen by the match officials but caught on video. He has until 5pm today (24/12/17) to respond."

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The keeper immediately clutched at his face while Austin protested his innocence.

The England striker was then seen sharing words with Terriers boss David Wagnar, who appeared to take exception to the challenge.

"It's very naughty," said Danny Mills on BBC's Final Score.

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"Charlie Austin looks to have ample time to pull out of that one and he just leaves his foot in there knowing he's going to make contact.

"It's difficult to say, but I think he knows exactly what he's doing."

Austin's goal was later cancelled out by Laurent Depoitre for 1-1.