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Yann Songo'o suspended for six games after anti-gay comment

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Yann Songo’o was initially facing a six to 12 game suspension [photo courtesy]

Morecambe midfielder Yann Songo'o has been suspended for six games after admitting an FA charge of making a homophobic comment during a League Two (fourth-tier) match against Tranmere Rovers in January.

Songo'o was sent off after using foul and abusive language towards a Tranmere player in the 45th minute of their 1-0 home defeat on Jan. 30.

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