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Richarlison could face a three-match ban as the FA investigates the Everton striker for tossing a flare into the Goodison crowd.

The Brazilian handed Frank Lampard's side a lifeline in their relegation fight with a vital three points against Thomas Tuchel's men. Richarlison pounced on Cesar Azpilicueta's error to fire a low strike past Edouard Mendy to secure the 1-0 victory.

But the striker is in hot water with the FA after picking up a lit blue flare and throwing it back into the crowd as he celebrated his goal with an investigation set to be launched by the governing body. The FA confirmed a probe was likely to go ahead when they receive the reports from referee Kevin Friend and Premier League matchday delegates.

FA regulations over a "non-standard" incident mean punishment is unlikely to come into play for at least a fortnight. Wembley chiefs will also not review the video evidence until Tuesday since Monday is a Bank Holiday. Richarlison could face a three-match ban which is the maximum penalty but he could escape with a fine and a severe warning.

An Everton club spokesperson said: "We will look into the matter but, as far we are concerned, Richarlison was attempting to throw it out of the ground."

Earlier this year, the FA sent a written warning to Harvey Elliott