No action against Reading duo

An FA statement said: “The FA can today confirm that no formal disciplinary action will be taken in relation to on-field incidents during the Reading – Chelsea match on Saturday 14 October.

“The FA has reviewed the incidents involving Stephen Hunt/Petr Cech and Ibrahima Sonko/Carlo Cudicini and has contacted referee Mike Riley, who confirmed that the match officials saw both incidents at the time. There will therefore be no further action.

“Reading’s Andre Bikey and Chelsea’s John Obi Mikel have been reminded of their responsbilities in relation to their conduct after being sent off.

“Reading assistant manager Kevin Dillon and Chelsea fitness coach Rui Faria have also been reminded of their responsibilities following an incident in the technical area towards the end of the match.”