Stoke City and Steven N'Zonzi have been successful in their appeal against the red card that the Frenchman received during a recent match against Southampton.

The 24-year-old was handed his marching orders for a challenge on Saints midfielder Jack Cork.

However, Stoke manager Tony Pulis said at the time that he felt that the decision was a harsh one and 24 hours later the Staffordshire-based club lodged an appeal with the Football Association.

Having considered the video evidence today, the governing body have decided to alter the verdict, meaning that N'Zonzi will now not have to serve a three-match suspension.