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League Two celebrations on Saturday (clockwise from top left): Aaron Drinan, Max Sanders, Kadeem Harris and Daniel Kanu

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...

14.12.25, 05:00 Updated 29.12.25, 12:05 8 Minute Read

Sam Morshead

Sam Morshead

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.

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Sam Morshead

Sam Morshead is the founder and editor of The Moonraker. He was previously the chief sports writer at the Swindon Advertiser, head of sport at Total Swindon, and has been a Swindon Town fan since 1994.

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