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Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter hopes Moussa Sissoko avoids ban for elbowing him in the face

Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter hopes Tottenham's Moussa Sissoko avoids a ban for elbowing him in the face during their goalless draw on Saturday.

Sissoko struck Arter in the second half at the Vitality Stadium but, after consulting his linesman, referee Craig Pawson decided against any further punishment.

The Frenchman could, however, still face a three-match suspension for violent conduct if the FA choose to take retrospective action.

Harry Arter was left clutching his face after being elbowed by Tottenham's Moussa Sissoko
Harry Arter was left clutching his face after being elbowed by Tottenham's Moussa Sissoko
Arter was left prone on the floor after the altercation with the Tottenham midfielder
Arter was left prone on the floor after the altercation with the Tottenham midfielder
Television footage appeared to show Pawson had an unimpeded view of the incident
Television footage appeared to show Pawson had an unimpeded view of the incident

Arter reacted angrily immediately after the incident as both sets of players clashed on the pitch but later the 26-year-old was more sympathetic.