The English Football League will appeal against the “lenient” suspended points deduction given to Bolton Wanderers over unfulfilled fixtures.
Bolton had a five-point deduction suspended for 18 months after failing to fulfil fixtures against Brentford last season and Doncaster this term.
The EFL says it is “disappointed by the conclusions reached by the independent disciplinary commission”.
Bolton were fined a total of £70,000, with half also suspended for 18 months.
“Given the potential for postponements to have a significant impact on competition integrity and, following receipt of advice overnight on the reasons provided, the League will appeal the outcome in the strongest possible sense.”
Bolton, who were relegated from the Championship last season amid financial problems, started this season in League One with a 12-point deduction and only moved into positive points on Saturday.
More to follow.
