Kelsie Burrows: Cliftonville want IFA to review process after Reds captain has ban reduced

While Cliftonville said the club were “pleased” that their ‘obvious error challenge’ was successful, they asked the IFA to review “how such matters are communicated on their website”.

“We believe that only the final outcomes of the disciplinary process, once exhausted, should be reported,” added the club’s statement.

“Issuing lists of offences and associated sanctions while a process is under way gives a misleading impression, particularly when such serious offences are stated, as was the case in this instance.

“Publishing what appears to be a final position can lead to issues beyond football for the person concerned, both in their personal life and work environment. We ask the IFA to give this due consideration.”

When contacted by BBC Sport NI, an Irish FA spokesperson said: “We acknowledge Cliftonville’s comments and will address the matter directly with the club”.