AFC Wimbledon have suspended Wally Downes from first-team duties after their manager was charged by the Football Association over an alleged breach of betting rules.
The misconduct charge alleges that Downes placed eight bets on football matches between 30 November 2013 and 12 July 2019.
“Given the seriousness of this breach in FA regulations, the club has decided to suspend Wally with immediate effect, giving time for the club and Dons Trust boards to look at the allegations more closely and make a further announcement in due course,” AFC Wimbledon said.
“Saturday’s match with Peterborough United will be managed by Glyn Hodges and the coaching staff.”
Downes was appointed by AFC Wimbledon, who are second from bottom of League One, in December 2018. The FA said the 58-year-old had until 4 October to respond.