London: Manchester United defender Rafael da Silva has been charged with improper conduct by the English Football Association for his reaction to being sent off in the goalless draw at Tottenham in the Premier League.
The Brazilian right back confronted and appeared to swear at referee Mike Dean after he was given a second booking for tripping Spurs defender Benoit Assou-Ekotto in the 74th minute of Sunday's match.
A statement released by the FA on Monday says the charge "relates to the player's conduct" towards Dean, adding that Rafael has until Wednesday to respond.
United, which is top of the league on goal difference from Manchester City, survived Rafael's sending-off to draw 0-0 at White Hart Lane and keep the team's unbeaten league record intact.
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