Drogba charged by FA over coin spat

Updated 14.39 Fri Nov 14 2008

Keywords: Didier Drogba, FA, Burnley, Chelsea

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been charged with violent conduct by the FA after throwing a coin at Burnley fans.

The incident is also being investigated by Hammersmith and Fulham police.

The 30-year-old has already apologised for reacting after Burnley fans threw what a coin on to the pitch during the Carling Cup fourth-round tie on Wednesday

The 30-year-old has already apologised for reacting after Burnley fans threw a coin on to the pitch during the Carling Cup fourth-round tie on Wednesday.

The incident took place when Drogba scored his first goal of the season after 27 minutes of the game.

The striker was shown the yellow card for his actions.