Bergkamp banned for three games after FA reject appeal

The Football Association has released the following statement on its official website:

"A Disciplinary Commission has rejected a claim for wrongful dismissal from Arsenal FC in relation to Dennis Bergkamp.

"As a result, a three-match suspension will start with immediate effect.

"Bergkamp was dismissed for violent conduct during Arsenal's FA Cup Fifth Round match against Sheffield United FC at Highbury on Saturday, 19 February."