Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo charged by FA after pitch invasion against Leicester

WOLVES manager Nuno Espirito Santo has been charged with misconduct by the FA for running onto the pitch to celebrate his sides' dramatic 4-3 win over Leicester on Saturday.

The Portuguese ran onto the pitch after Wolves striker Diogo Jota scored a 93rd minute winner.

Jota completed his hat-trick with the last-ditch winner which prompted Nuno to run on the pitch and join his players in celebrations.

Today the FA have charged the Wolves boss with misconduct and he could face a touchline ban or a fine.

Nuno, 44, has until 6pm on Thursday to respond to the FA.

The FA said: "Nuno Espirito Santo has been charged with misconduct relating to his behaviour in the 93rd minute of the game between Wolves and Leicester on Saturday.

"He has until 6pm on January 24 (Thursday) to respond to the charge."

After the game, Nuno claimed there was "no explanation" for his actions as he was sent off following his pitch invasion.

Nuno said: "There is no explanation.

"After all the situations in the game, to finish the game like that brings tremendous happiness for everyone in Molineux. I'm no exception.

"The referee explained to me what happened. It was clear, and it was a good decision.

"You are not allowed to go out of your technical area, even to celebrate.

"It's a very difficult moment, especially as the game was up and down.

"It is difficult to contain your emotions. It is the law. It has happened before with other managers."

It is not the first time Nuno has committed the offence.

Last season he was sent off twice – against Bolton at Molineux and away at Bristol City.