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Barcelona launch Pinto ban appeal

FC Barcelona have appealed against the UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body decision to suspend goalkeeper José Pinto for the next two UEFA club competition matches.

José Pinto was handed a two-match ban by the UEFA disciplinary authorities
José Pinto was handed a two-match ban by the UEFA disciplinary authorities ©Getty Images

FC Barcelona have lodged an appeal against the suspension of goalkeeper José Pinto for two UEFA club competition matches by the UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body.

Pinto was found guilty of gross unsporting conduct. The appeal hearing will take place on 12 November.