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Antonio Conte blasts 'SOFT' FA charge after his fiery touchline bust-up with Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel... as the Tottenham boss insists 'it won't be the last time the two coaches disagree'

Antonio Conte has hit out at the FA's 'soft' misconduct charge against him but said he will accept it after his clash with Thomas Tuchel during Sunday's tense 2-2 draw with Tottenham.

Chelsea manager Tuchel and Tottenham boss Conte twice had to be separated, sparking furious scenes at Stamford Bridge.

The FA had confirmed on Monday night that the pair have been charged with improper conduct.

Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte have been charged with improper conduct by the FA
There was a disagreement between Tuchel and Conte when they went to shake hands
Conte addressed the FA charge in his pre-match press conference ahead of the Wolves clash

The Italian, speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of Saturday's clash with Wolves, said he will accept the charge but believes the FA's decision was slightly unnecessary.