Arsene Wenger handed two-match ban by UEFA

Wenger given two-match ban by UEFA

Arsene Wenger has been given a two-match ban by UEFA for "improper conduct", it has been confirmed.

The news means that the Arsenal manager will miss the second leg of their Champions League qualifier against Udinese on Wednesday night, as well as the next UEFA game. Arsenal have also been fined€10,000.

The association found Wenger guilty of "improper conduct" during the first leg last week, when he was seen to be communicating with his side from the stands while serving a ban.

Arsenal now have three days to appeal the decision.

> Update: Arsenal to appeal Wenger's ban

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