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Eric Dier charged by FA after confronting Tottenham fans in aftermath of Norwich FA Cup tie

Eric Dier has been charged with misconduct after the confrontation with a Tottenham supporter following his side's FA Cup exit to Norwich on penalties last month.

The Spurs midfielder vaulted the hoardings to enter the stands and was seen having a heated exchange with a fan before stewards intervened.

"Eric Dier has been charged with misconduct for a breach of FA Rule E3," a statement from the Football Association read.

"It is alleged that the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder’s actions at the conclusion of the Emirates FA Cup fixture against Norwich City FC on Wednesday 4 March 2020 were improper and/or threatening.

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"Eric Dier has until Friday 8 May 2020 to provide a response."

After the game in March, Spurs boss Jose Mourinho admitted that the England international's actions were wrong, but he understood why the 26-year-old felt compelled to take action.

“I think Eric Dier did something that we professionals, we cannot do, but in these circumstances, I think everyone of us will do,” Spurs boss Jose Mourinho said after the game in March.

“Because when somebody insults you and your family is there and your family gets involved with the person insulting you, in this case a younger brother, I think Eric did what we professionals we cannot do.

"But I repeat, probably every one of us would do.”

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