An FA statement says: “Adama Traore’s three-match suspension for serious foul play remains in place after his wrongful dismissal and excessive punishment claims were dismissed following an Independent Regulatory Commission. The Middlesbrough FC player was sent off during the game against Aston Villa on Tuesday 12 September.”

Adama will be suspended for the games against QPR, Aston Villa, and Fulham.

In contrast, the FA have accepted Aston Villa’s appeal against the dismissal of Henri Lansbury in the same game, following a challenge on Marvin Johnson after 64 minutes. His red card has been overturned and he will face no suspension.