Newcastle head coach Rafael Benitez does not understand why the Football Association applies different standards to coaches.
In October, Benitez was fined 60,000 pounds after he spoke positively about the referee before the match against Crystal Palace, because the rules forbid any discussion of judicial appointments..
At the same time, for a similar offense in front of the Manchester derby, the governing body of English football decides not to fine City head coach Pep Guardiola, who got off with a formal warning.
Thus, Benitez will appeal to the Football Association to clarify the situation..