Bristol Rovers have appealed Paul Coutts’ red card against Rochdale last Saturday which, if successful, will mean the Gas captain is available to face Scunthorpe United and the League Two play-offs, if required.
Coutts was dismissed for violent conduct deep in injury time after Rovers’ miraculous comeback as Joey Barton’s side came back from 3-1 down to win 4-3 and give themselves a shot at automatic promotion. The Scot was involved with an off-the-ball incident with a Rochdale player and was sent off by referee Ross Joyce amid chaotic scenes at Spotland.
Violent conduct carries a three-match ban but due to it being his second red card of the campaign, following his dismissal at Mansfield Town on the opening day of the season, Coutts faces an additional game added to the suspension.
