Oliver initially did not punish Roberts for the challenge, later sending him off following a review using a pitchside monitor.

Millwall goalkeeper hit with six-match ban for Jean-Philippe Mateta challenge - An independent regulatory commission upheld the FA’s appeal to increase suspension from three games

Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts has seen his ban for his horror challenge on Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta extended. Roberts was shown a straight red card during Saturday’s FA Cup clash between the south London rivals after kicking the Palace star in the head as he attempted to clear the ball eight minutes into the match.

Roberts, 30, was sent off in Millwall's FA Cup loss to Crystal Palace after an attempt at a clearance saw him kick Mateta's head.

Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts has had a ban for his dangerous challenge on Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta last weekend extended to six matches. The FA had appealed for a longer punishment,

Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts has been handed a six-match ban for his challenge on Jean-Philippe Mateta which hospitalised the Crystal Palace forward. Roberts’ high boot caused lacerations to Mateta’s ear after the pair came together to challenge for the ball during last Saturday’s FA Cup fifth-round tie at Selhurst Park.