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However, Bowyer will have to wait and see what punishment UEFA inflict on him when the UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body hold a meeting.
A UEFA statement said: "UEFA has instigated disciplinary proceedings against the Leeds United midfield player Lee Bowyer for unsporting behaviour in last Thursday's UEFA Cup match against Malaga."
Bowyer faces the prospect of a lengthy suspension and a possible fine, but any suspension will only affect club games in Europe.