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Hull striker Oumar Niasse wins appeal against red card for tackle on M'Baye Niang in victory over Watford

Hull's bid to avoid the drop has received a boost after they confirmed their appeal against the red card Oumar Niasse received in the win over Watford was successful.

The on-loan Everton striker had been due to miss the Tigers' next three fixtures after being dismissed by referee Robert Madley on Saturday for a challenge on M'Baye Niang.

However, Hull, who remain just two points above the relegation zone, have announced the decision has been overturned following their appeal to the Football Association.

Hull striker Oumar Niasse was sent off for a tackle on Watford's M'Baye Niang at the weekend
Hull striker Oumar Niasse was sent off for a tackle on Watford's M'Baye Niang at the weekend
But the Tigers have had his red card overturned following a successful appeal to the FA
But the Tigers have had his red card overturned following a successful appeal to the FA

Niasse received his marching orders midway through the first half at the KCOM Stadium during a 50-50 challenge with Niang when the side of the Hull striker's boot caught the Watford man's shin.