Marinakis, Forest owner, receives a lengthy stadium ban

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The Greek businessman received a five-game stadium ban after he was caught spitting on the floor as match officials walked by.

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has been given a five-match ban for improper behavior.AdvertisementAdvertisement

Marinakis was furious about decisions that he felt went against his team in a 1-0 loss to Fulham in September.

In publishing its written reasons behind the decision, an independent commission stated they had to set an example.

Per the investigation, Marinakis "deliberately spat in a disrespectful and disgusting display of contempt towards the match officials.”

Marinakis argued a ban from the tunnel and dressing room was sufficient, but he has to stay away from games.