League Two celebrations on Saturday (clockwise from top left): Aaron Drinan, Max Sanders, Kadeem Harris and Daniel Kanu Image: Swindon Town FC/Crewe Alexandra FC/Salford City FC/Walsall FC/YouTube
Opinion

The only thing provocative, derisory or inflammatory about Aaron Drinan's celebration was the referee's decision

Drinan is now banned for two crucial festive fixtures. If one pathetic yellow card can have such significant sporting consequences, there ought to be some sort of oversight.

14.12.25, 22:30 7 Min Read

by Sam MorsheadEditor

In the 33rd minute of Swindon Town’s 3-0 win at Bristol Rovers, Aaron Drinan celebrated his fine finish by lapping up the howls of home fans, arms wide but standing well within the pitch’s perimeter. His celebration lasted for around 10 seconds. He was booked.

In the 11th minute of Salford City’s 4-3 victory over Colchester United, Kadeem Harris responded to his equaliser by standing arms crossed and chest pumped towards the travelling supporters, before making a gesture with his hands in their direction. The celebration covered nearly 10 seconds. He was not booked.

In the 47th minute of Crewe Alexandra’s 4-1 romp at Tranmere Rovers, Max Sanders scored and darted towards the home corner of Prenton Park, where even mascot Rover the Dog felt obliged to tell him to back off. The celebration lasted around 10 seconds. He was not booked.

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