Plymouth Boss Miron Muslic Faces Two-Year FA Ban After Explosive Comments on Leeds United and FA
Plymouth Argyle manager Miron Muslic is facing a potential two-year ban from all football-related activities under the jurisdiction of the Football Association (FA) after making explosive and highly controversial remarks following his team’s 2-1 home defeat to Leeds United on 3rd may. The fallout has sent shockwaves through English football, with critics and fans alike calling the situation “terrifying” and “unprecedented.”
Muslic’s comments, delivered in a post-match press conference at Home Park, appeared to target both the visiting Leeds United side and the FA itself. The match was an emotionally charged affair, with Leeds taking a narrow win thanks to a late goal that sealed three points and heightened their hopes of promotion. However, it was what happened off the pitch that grabbed the headlines.
Muslic, clearly agitated after the final whistle, lashed out at what he called
“institutional bias” within English football. “It’s always the same teams getting the decisions,” he claimed. “The system is rigged. You think it’s a coincidence that Leeds get a soft penalty, while we’re denied two clear fouls? Open your eyes. This isn’t football anymore it’s manipulation, and the FA is part of it.”
The FA, known for its strict policies on protecting the integrity of the game and its officials, responded swiftly.
A spokesperson confirmed on Monday that disciplinary proceedings have been launched against Muslic, and sources close to the situation suggest that a full two-year ban is being considered the maximum penalty for breaches involving unfounded allegations of corruption or bringing the game into disrepute.
The gravity of the potential punishment cannot be overstated. A two-year ban would effectively sideline Muslic from the professional game until mid-2027, stripping him of his managerial duties, access to club facilities, and participation in any matchday activities. It would also put Plymouth Argyle in a precarious position during a crucial stage of their Championship campaign.
“This is not something we take lightly,” said a senior FA official, speaking under condition of anonymity. “Freedom of speech has its place, but when a manager publicly accuses governing bodies of corruption without evidence, the consequences must be severe. Otherwise, the game risks losing all credibility.”
Plymouth Argyle issued a statement on Tuesday morning saying the club was “deeply disappointed” by Muslic’s post-match conduct but stopped short of confirming whether they would take internal disciplinary action. “We are cooperating fully with the FA investigation,” the club said. “While we understand the passion and frustration that can arise in the heat of competition, we must uphold the standards of respect and professionalism that our fans and the game expect.”
The response from the football community has been mixed. Some fans have defended Muslic, arguing that his frustration reflects broader concerns about officiating consistency in the Championship. However, the majority reaction has been one of concern and condemnation.
Former England manager Roy Hodgson weighed in on Tuesday, telling reporters, “I’ve never seen anything like it. Accusing the FA of corruption without proof is incredibly serious. It’s terrifying, really, that someone in a leadership position would go that far.”
Muslic has not yet issued a public apology or clarification, and it remains unclear whether he intends to contest the FA’s findings. A disciplinary hearing is expected in the coming weeks, at which point the official verdict and sanction will be announced.
Until then, Plymouth must prepare to continue their season under a looming cloud of uncertainty one that could soon leave them without their manager, potentially for the next two years.
