Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri has been given a four-match ban and a £15,000 fine for spitting at Leeds United fans in October. The incident occurred when Mejbri was walking past the away section of the ground, and a fan lodged a complaint with the police. An investigation was conducted, and Mejbri admitted to the charge. The Football Association's Regulatory Commission imposed the ban and fine after a hearing. Mejbri will not be available for selection until the final match day of 2025, when Burnley faces Newcastle United on December 30th. This absence may impact the team's performance, as Burnley is currently 19th in the Premier League and has lost its last five matches.Mejbri's suspension and fine are a result of his actions during a match, and the Regulatory Commission's decision was made after considering the laws of the game and the player's behavior. The incident is now closed, and Mejbri will serve his ban and pay the fine. He may also be involved in Tunisia's Africa Cup of Nations selection, which could extend his time away from Burnley's match day squad.