Swindon Town manager given two-match touchline ban
Ian Holloway has been suspended for two matches following his red card against Colchester earlier this month
Last updated 29th Apr 2026
Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway has been given a two-match touchline ban for misconduct during their game against Colchester United.
Holloway received a red card during the 3-0 loss to Colchester United on 10th April after he allegedly used offensive, insulting, or abusive language and then allegedly acted in an "improper manner" towards a match official after being sent off in the 82nd minute.
The Football Association said Holloway admitted the charges and he has also been given an £1,000 fine.
A spokesperson for the FA said in a statement: "An independent Regulatory Commission has imposed a two-match touchline ban and £1,000 fine on Ian Holloway for misconduct during the EFL League Two fixture between Swindon Town and Colchester United on Friday 10 April.
"It was alleged that the manager used offensive, insulting, or abusive language around the 82nd minute, which led to his dismissal, and that he allegedly acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive or insulting words and/or behaviour towards a match official after being sent of.
"Ian Holloway admitted the charges against him, and the Regulatory Commission imposed sanctions following a hearing."
The ban means Holloway won't be in the dugout for Saturday's crucial games against Chesterfield.