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Kompany sees red card overturned

ESPN staff
January 15, 2013
Vincent Kompany was shown a red card for his challenge on Jack Wilshere © PA Photos
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The red card Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany received against Arsenal on Sunday has been rescinded.

Kompany, 26, was dismissed in the 75th minute of City's 2-0 win at Emirates Stadium after referee Mike Dean deemed his challenge on Jack Wilshere to be a red card offence.

City boss Roberto Mancini confirmed after the game the club's intention to appeal the decision, as the Belgian faced a three-match suspension.

The Premier League champions have been successful with their appeal, meaning Kompany is available for selection versus Fulham this weekend.

A statement on the FA's website read: "An Independent Regulatory Commission has today upheld a claim of wrongful dismissal regarding Manchester City's Vincent Kompany.

"The defender was dismissed for serious foul play during his side's match against Arsenal on Sunday 13 January 2013. As a result, Kompany's three-match suspension has been withdrawn with immediate effect."

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