Spitting Swiss star suspended

Last Updated : 15-Jul-2004 by
The Rennes marksman initially disputed the charge but, following fresh television coverage that left little doubt over his guilt, he admitted that he had spat at the 24-year-old midfielder during England's comfortable 3-0 win over Switzerland.

Frei will only miss two international games, however, as UEFA  decided to include the group defeat to France in Portugal as part of the ban.