Sunderland boss David Moyes has been charged by the Football Association after telling a female reporter she might “get a slap.”
Bearsden-born Moyes, 54, had apologised after the exchange earlier this month with BBC Radio Five Live reporter Vicki Sparks following his side's 0-0 Premier League draw at home against Burnley on March 18.
Sparks had asked if owner Ellis Short’s presence at the game had meant he was under more pressure, with the club once again fighting relegation.
Footage published by the Daily Star showed the Scot answering: "No, none at all", before the interview drew to a close.
However, thinking he was off camera, he then added: "You were just getting a wee bit naughty at the end there, so just watch yourself.
"You still might get a slap even though you're a woman.
"Careful the next time you come in."
An FA statement said: "David Moyes has been charged in relation to comments made after the game against Burnley on 18 March 2017.
"It is alleged the Sunderland manager's remarks were improper and/or threatening and/or brought the game into disrepute, contrary to FA Rule E3(1).
"He has until 6pm on 3 May 2017 to reply to the charge."
Both Moyes and Sparks were laughing during the off-hand exchange, and the reporter did not make a complaint.
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