Northern Ireland's Kyle Lafferty charged with misconduct by FA

"He has until 5 August 2016 to respond to the charge."

Northern Ireland's Kyle Lafferty charged with misconduct by FA

Norwich striker Kyle Lafferty has been charged by the Football Association with misconduct in relation to betting.

The 28-year-old Northern Ireland international is alleged to have broken FA rules by betting on a match in February.

The governing body said in a statement: "Kyle Lafferty has been charged by the FA for misconduct in relation to betting.

"It is alleged that on February 20 2016, the Norwich City forward placed a bet on the result, progress, conduct or any other aspect of, or occurrence in, a football match or competition in breach of FA rule E8.

"He has until 5 August 2016 to respond to the charge."

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