Bell included the detail in his official match report and an Independent Regulatory Commission heard evidence from the Swindon captain. After the hearing, Holloway also raged that the ban was 'ridiculous' and defended Clarke as being a 'hard-working and aggressive' player. 'In respect of Charge 1, the Commission considered the actions of the Player to be highly violating and intentional foul play,' the written reasons stated. It read: 'Swindon Town Football Club acknowledges the written reasons published by the FA in respect of Ollie Clarke, following the recent Regulatory Commission decision. 'Throughout the process, Ollie Clarke maintained his innocence and only admitted the charges on the basis that both charges were unintentional.

Source: Daily Mail January 14, 2026 18:05 UTC