Ex-Sutton goalkeeper Wayne Shaw charged by FA over 'pie-gate'

Former Sutton United goalkeeper Wayne Shaw has been charged in relation to breaching two Football Association rules.

The veteran stopper is alleged to have deliberately influenced a betting market by eating a pie next to the dugout during his side's defeat to Arsenal in last season's FA Cup.

One bookmaker offered odds of 8-1 that Shaw would consume the pastry product on camera. He is also accused of allegedly bringing the game into disrepute.

Shaw, right, has since left Sutton. Credit: PA

An FA statement read: "It is alleged the former Sutton United goalkeeper intentionally influenced a football betting market during The Emirates FA Cup fifth round tie against Arsenal on Monday 20 February 2017, contrary to FA Rule E5(a).

"In addition, it is alleged he acted in a manner which was improper and/or brought the game into disrepute, contrary to FA Rule E3(1)."

Shaw has until 21 July to respond. Credit: PA

Shaw, who ate the pie by the dugout in the 83rd minute of the game, had been under investigation since the incident, which he had said was "a bit of fun" and had also stated he did not place any bets himself.

He subsequently resigned from the National League side and has until 6pm on Friday, July 21 to respond to both FA charges.