Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson given two-match touchline ban

The Football Association has issued Peterborough United manager Darren Ferguson with a two-match touchline ban after admitting a misconduct charge.

The 42-year-old was alleged to have used "language and/or behaviour" that amounted to improper conduct during the half-time interval of Peterborough's 2-0 defeat to Colchester United on January 10.

After admitting the charge, the FA has issued a suspension, as well as a £1,000 fine to Ferguson, whose side currently reside 15th in the League One table.

Peterborough have failed to secure a victory in their last five matches.