Eddie Jones suspended by Japan following verbal abuse of officials
UKPulse Local Desk
Former England coach Eddie Jones has been handed a four-match ban by Japan after he verbally abused match officials during a recent international fixture. The suspension will prevent Jones from taking charge of the Japanese national team for their upcoming matches.
- Eddie Jones suspended for four matches by Japan
- Verbal abuse of match officials during international fixture
- Impact on Jones' future as Japanese national team coach
Eddie Jones, the former England rugby union coach, has been suspended by the Japan Rugby Football Union (JRFU) for four national team matches following an incident of verbal abuse against match officials during a recent international fixture.
The JRFU has confirmed that Jones will miss four matches in total, as part of the disciplinary action taken against him.
According to reports, Jones was involved in a heated exchange with the match officials during a recent international match, which ultimately led to the JRFU launching an investigation into the incident.
The suspension is set to be a significant blow to Jones' future as the head coach of the Japanese national team, particularly given the team's upcoming fixtures.
The JRFU has stated that they take the conduct of their coaches and players very seriously and will not tolerate any form of verbal abuse against match officials.
Why this matters: This story has significant implications for Eddie Jones' future as the head coach of the Japanese national team, and also raises questions about the conduct of coaches and players in international rugby.
What this means for you: This story may affect fans, fixtures, club plans or broadcast schedules. Supporters should check official club and competition updates for the latest confirmed information.