Southampton striker Charlie Austin has been charged by the Football Association for an alleged gesture that was perceived as "abusive and/or insulting" in thehome clash with Manchester City on Sunday.
Ralph Hasenhuttl's side lost the encounter 3-1, despite levelling the scores on the 37th minute, with two quickfire strikes before half time sealing the victory for the Citizens.
However, in a statement from FA's official spokesperson, it has been revealed that the governing body have levelled a charge at the 29-year-old for a gesture he made in the 68th minute of the game.
"Southampton’s Charlie Austin has been charged following the game against Manchester City on Sunday [30 December 2018]," the statement began.