Tottenham captain could miss the north London derby against Arsenal for headbutting Cesar Azpilicueta during his side’s 2-0 defeat to Chelsea.
The England international was lucky to escape punishment as center referee Andre Marriner appeared to have missed the incident. In his post-match report, Marriner said he did not see the headbutt however, a retrospective action could be taken against Kane. If found guilty, Kane would receive a three-match ban for violent conduct.
“Harry Kane can count himself lucky not to have been sent off on Wednesday,” said former Premier League ref Mark Clattenburg.
“There looked to be minimal contact with Azpilicueta but it does not matter how severe it was. Even if it was an attempted headbutt, that still carries the same punishment – a red card. Fortunately for Kane, Azpilicueta did not make a meal of it. ‘he incident seemed to be missed by the match officials and the FA could now take retrospective action against Kane.”
Spurs, currently third on the log will take on London rivals Arsenal on Saturday 2nd March