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Kyle Lafferty charged by the FA over betting misconduct

 Northern Ireland and Norwich striker, Kyle Lafferty. 
 Northern Ireland and Norwich striker, Kyle Lafferty.   Northern Ireland and Norwich striker, Kyle Lafferty. 

Norwich forward Kyle Lafferty has been charged by the Football Association with misconduct in relation to betting, the governing body has announced. 

The Football Association said:

"It is alleged that on 20 February 2016, the Norwich City forward placed a bet on the result, progress, conduct or any other aspect of, or occurrence in, a football match or competition in breach of FA Rule E8.

He has until 5 August 2016 to respond to the charge."