Liverpool are to appeal against Sadio Mané’s three-match ban following his red card against Manchester City and will argue that the punishment is excessive.

The Anfield club are not contesting Mané’s dismissal in the first half at the Etihad Stadium for a high challenge that saw him collide with City goalkeeper Ederson, but believe a three-game suspension is unfair given the manner of the incident.

The FA was informed of Liverpool’s decision to appeal today and an independent regulatory commission will now hear the case tomorrow providing all the evidence is submitted in advance.

Did Mané deserve to be sent off for this foul on Ederson?

The ban could be downgraded to two matches or even one if Liverpool are successful, although the most likely outcome is that a three-game suspension remains in place.

The Senegalese forward