Ferdinand withdraws appeal against ban

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has withdrawn his appeal against the additional one-match suspension he incurred for a "frivolous" challenge to a violent conduct charge brought against him by the Football Association.

The case was due to be heard on Friday and last week Sir Alex Ferguson indicated a desire to contest the penalty.

However, in the light of Ferdinand being appointed as England captain it was felt the 31-year-old should accept his punishment.

 
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lolz scaredy cat.... should have back down from the earlier appeal as well. Silly move by Ferguson in the first place.