Leeds fans erupt as Daniel Farke hit with ‘hilarious’ FA punishment: ‘You couldn’t make this up’

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(Credit: Imago) Leeds fans erupt as Daniel Farke hit with ‘hilarious’ FA punishment: ‘You couldn’t make this up’ Fri 6 March 2026 10:15, UK Leeds United fans are in uproar after the announcement that manager Daniel Farke is suspended for Sunday’s FA Cup clash with Norwich City. Leeds’ defeat to Man City left Farke incensed, and supporters have also been left feeling aggrieved after his sanction from the FA was announced on Friday.

Farke has already admitted his guilt over the incident and will serve part of his punishment in this weekend’s FA Cup clash as a result. Ruining the game— thm (@thomkoolkool) March 6, 2026 View Tweet Supporters have taken to X to make their feelings known, with one fan labelling the punishments as “hilarious,” given that Farke was punished for something that “Pep Guardiola does every game.”Couldn't make this up, seriously.

Games gone, getting a red for wanting to talk about the decisions?”@freddies05: “Leeds vs the Premier League.”Farke set for major opportunity when he returnsLeeds are still facing relegation concerns after the latest round of midweek fixtures, and they are set to face a significant opportunity to save themselves when Farke returns to the dugout. A run of four games without a win in the league of late has sparked fears once again at Elland Road, but Farke’s men are still surely just a few results away from safety. 🚨 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Leeds United Insider Access Get the full story from Elland Road and Thorp Arch with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of West Yorkshire.