The Football Association have rejected a claim for wrongful dismissal by Southampton on behalf of striker Peter Crouch.

The 24-year-old was sent off for violent conduct during Saturday's 2-2 draw at Crystal Palace after a tussle with Uruguayan defender Gonzalo Sorondo.

Crouch therefore misses Southampton's final game of the Premiership season at home to Manchester United on Sunday and the first two games of the next campaign.

It's a massive blow for Harry Redknapp and the Saints, who need to win against the Red Devils if they have any hope of beating the drop down to the Championship