Pep Guardiola has accepted an FA charge over his decision to wear a yellow ribbonPep Guardiola has accepted his FA charge for wearing a yellow ribbon to support those campaigning for Catalan independence – which English football’s governing body deemed to be a political symbol. Manchester City's position is that by accepting the charge, Guardiola is not apologising for wearing the ribbon, but instead observing the rules of the FA. Officials at the club have also stated that since he was charged by the FA, Guardiola has sought to cover up the ribbon. In their response to the FA charge, Manchester City have highlighted what they believe to be the inconsistency of the rules, as there is no UEFA stipulation to stop managers wearing such a ribbon. Their written reply to the FA also makes it clear that Guardiola does not believe the yellow ribbon is a political symbol, and City also point to the FA's stance on the Poppy as being a direct comparison.

Source: Sky sports March 05, 2018 18:00 UTC