Stephens charged over conduct after dismissal

Southampton's Jack Stephens (R) reacts as he receives a red card against Manchester UnitedImage source, Getty Images
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Southampton captain Jack Stephens has been charged with misconduct by the FA following his red card in Saturday's 3-0 home defeat to Manchester United.

Stephens is alleged to have used abusive and/or insulting words toward referee Stuart Atwell and fourth official Gavin Ward after he was dismissed for a tackle on Alejandro Garnacho in the 79th minute.

Southampton have until Thursday, 19 September to respond to the charge.