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Everton launch Cahill appeal

First Published: Sep 29, 2008
Everton midfielder Tim Cahill controls the ball during a practice session in 2007. Everton have launched an appeal over Cahill's red card against Liverpool.

Everton midfielder Tim Cahill controls the ball during a practice session in 2007. Everton have launched an appeal over Cahill's red card against Liverpool.

Everton on Monday launched an appeal over Australia midfielder Tim Cahill's red card against Liverpool.

Cahill was sent off for a two-footed tackle on Xabi Alonso in the 80th minute of the 2-0 derby defeat at Goodison Park on Saturday.

Referee Mike Riley showed Cahill a straight red card and the former Millwall star faces a three-match ban, starting this weekend against Newcastle.

But Everton disagree with the decision and have appealed to the Football Association.

According to the club, a hearing will take place later this week at which they are allowed to submit written documentation.