Newcastle's Shelvey charged with misconduct
Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has been charged with misconduct by the Football Association for allegedly using abusive words with reference to ethnicity..
The charge relates to the Championship leader's 2-0 home defeat to Wolves on 18 September (AEDT) when the midfielder allegedly racially abused an opponent.
An FA statement read: "It is alleged that in or around the 87th minute of the fixture, he used abusive and/or insulting words towards an opponent.
"It is further alleged that this breach of Rule E3(1) is an "Aggravated Breach" as defined in Rule E3(2), as it included reference to ethnic origin and/or race and/or nationality."
Shelvey, who has won six caps for England, has until 17 November to respond to the charge.
The former Liverpool and Swansea City player has made 19 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring three goals.
Rafael Benitez's men are three points clear of Brighton and Hove Albion at the top of the table as they seek an immediate return to the Premier League.
