Jose Mourinho Suspended, Fined by FA: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has been handed a one-match stadium ban by the Football Association and fined £40,000 for his actions in the 2-1 defeat to West Ham United in October.

The FA made the announcement on its official website, reporting Mourinho "admitted an FA charge of misconduct regarding his language and/or behaviour towards the match officials in or around the dressing room area during half-time of the game."

The 52-year-old was sent to the stands in that match after clashing with referee Jonathan Moss following the sending off of Blues midfielder Nemanja Matic, and he reportedly refused to leave the referees' room during the break.

Chelsea coach Silvino Louro, who was also sent to the stands, had his charge of misconduct withdrawn by the association but was "reminded of his responsibilities."

Mourinho will now be forced to sit out his side's trip to Stoke City on Saturday, which could be a tricky proposition with the Potters having lost just once in their last six league outings.

By contrast, the Blues have lost three of their last four matches and news of Mourinho's suspension ensures their season has taken yet another turn for the worse.