Manchester United full-back Rafael reacted less than kindly when showed a second yellow for his dismissal by referee Mike Dean during the scoreless draw with Tottenham on Sunday. It was the Brazilian's splenetic outburst which has earned him a charge of improper conduct by the Football Association.
The FA said in a statement: "Manchester United defender Rafael Da Silva has today been charged by the FA with improper conduct.
"The charge relates to the player's conduct towards match official Mike Dean following his dismissal in Manchester United's fixture at Tottenham."
The United player has until 6pm on Tuesday to respond to the charge.