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Richarlison punishment confirmed by FA following Everton smoke bomb incident

The Football Association have confirmed that Richarlison will receive a one-match ban for an incident during Everton's 1-0 win over Chelsea in May.

The 25-year-old was punished for picking up a smoke bomb which was on the field of play during the match, before seemingly attempting to throw it out of the ground. The area in which the object landed was below one of the big screens in the corner of Goodison Park, where no supporters are usually situated.

The Brazilian scored the only goal of the match as the Blues secured a crucial three points in their fight against relegation. His strike at the beginning of the second half, capitalising on a mistake in the visiting defence, sparked wild celebrations in the stands as the home crowd had produced a raucous atmosphere - leading to smoke bombs being thrown onto the pitch.

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