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Middlesbrough charged with failing to control their players during draw with Manchester City

Middlesbrough have been charged with failing to control their players following an eventful 2-2 Premier League draw with Manchester City.

The charge relates to an incident in the 66th minute of Sunday's game at the Riverside Stadium after referee Kevin Friend awarded a penalty to the visitors while the home side were leading 1-0.

A Football Association statement read: 'Middlesbrough have been charged for misconduct following the game against Manchester City on Sunday.

Middlesbrough have been charged with failing to control their players against Man City
Middlesbrough have been charged with failing to control their players against Man City
Cristhian Stuani cuts a frustrated figure as his team-mates protest to referee Kevin Friend
Cristhian Stuani cuts a frustrated figure as his team-mates protest to referee Kevin Friend

'It is alleged that in or around the 66th minute of the fixture, the club failed to ensure that its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion.