Ringmahon Rangers banned from FAI Cup for five years

Ringmahon Rangers AFC have been handed a five-year ban from the FAI Senior Cup and fined €5,000 after withdrawing from their upcoming second round fixture against Bohemians FC. An Independent Disciplinary Committee has also imposed a three-year ban on the club from participating in the FAI Intermediate Cup. Ringmahon Rangers and Bohemians, who sit second in the Premier Division, were due to meet on 19 July. The fixture was to be played at Cobh Ramblers' home ground, St Colman's Park, due to the Cork side's home ground not meeting the requirements for FAI Cup matches. "The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) would like to remind all clubs of their obligations to fulfil fixtures in accordance with FAI Disciplinary Regulations and competition rules," a statement from the FAI read. "The FAI is committed to protecting the integrity of its competitions and ensuring that all fixtures are respected in the interests of participating clubs, players, officials, match officials, supporters and the wider football community. "In accordance with the FAI Disciplinary Regulations, this decision may be appealed."