Overview
- Thompson kicked a water bottle into the Norwich City home end after his 65th‑minute substitution during Preston’s 2-0 defeat, striking a spectator.
- Match officials did not see the incident at the time, so no on-field sanction was issued during the Championship game.
- The FA is reviewing video for potential retrospective misconduct, raising the prospect of a fine or ban.
- Former referee Dermot Gallagher said it would have been a red card if spotted, while Keith Hackett and pundit Jay Bothroyd urged formal punishment.
- Footage shows Thompson appearing to apologise to the affected supporter, with reports noting the fan was in tears, and any ban could affect Friday’s trip to his former club Stoke.