FA confirm Virgil van Dijk punishment after Liverpool star’s foul tirade at ref

Virgil van Dijk has been retrospectively punished for his sending-off against Newcastle (Image: GETTY) Virgil van Dijk has been slapped with an additional one-match ban as well as a hefty fine after his red card for Liverpool against Newcastle United last month. The Dutchman was sent off for a foul on Alexander Isak in the first half of the game, which the Reds went on to win 2-1 thanks to a couple of late goals from Darwin Nunez. We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures, and video on this breaking news story. For the latest news and breaking news visit: /sport Follow us on Twitter @DExpress_Sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real-time. We’re also on Facebook @DailyExpressSport – offering your must-see news, features, videos, and pictures throughout the day to like, comment, and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express, and Express.co.uk.