Blackpool's Fletcher has four-match ban overturned

Blackpool forward Ashley FletcherImage source, Rex Features
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Ashley Fletcher has scored six goals in 34 games for Blackpool this season

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Blackpool forward Ashley Fletcher has had a four-match ban overturned for wrongful dismissal.

Fletcher was sent off in his side's win over Crawley Town on Saturday for violent conduct for a challenge on Charlie Barker.

The offence would usually merit a three-game ban but it was initially increased to four matches because Fletcher had already incurred a similar suspension earlier this season.

However, the Seasiders appealed against the decision and an independent panel has rescinded the red card.

The 29-year-old will now be available for Blackpool's next four matches against Stockport County, Peterborough United, Barnsley and Cambridge United.