Barnet manager Dean Brennan has been handed a nine-match touchline ban by the Football Association.
The ban comes after Brennan was found guilty of verbally abusing referee Kirsty Dowle during a League Two fixture against Shrewsbury Town in September.
What happened?
Brennan denied the charge but was found guilty by an independent FA regulatory commission.
The commission hit him with a nine-match touchline ban, a £2,000 fine, and a mandatory education programme.
Why it matters for Barnet
Brennan will be unable to be present in the Barnet dugout until March 28, when the Bees will meet promotion contenders Cambridge United.
Barnet are currently 11th in the League Two standings, just three points off the play-off places.
What comes next?
Brennan expressed his disappointment with the decision, stating that he does not agree with the panel's conclusion.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Ban length | 9 matches |
| Fine | £2,000 |
| League position | 11th |
| Points off play-offs | 3 |
Brennan's absence from the dugout may impact Barnet's chances of securing a play-off spot.
The Bees will need to rely on their squad depth and tactical prowess to navigate the upcoming fixtures without their manager.
And with the League Two season heating up, Barnet will be looking to bounce back from this setback and make a push for promotion.
But for now, the focus is on serving the ban and preparing for the return to action on March 28.
So the question on everyone's mind is: can Barnet overcome this adversity and achieve their goals without their manager at the helm?
