Young Wigan Warriors forward charged with gouging

Ethan Havard made his debut in JulyEthan Havard made his debut in July
Ethan Havard made his debut in July
Teenage Wigan prop Ethan Havard is facing a lengthy ban after being charged with gouging.

The 18-year-old, who made his Super League debut against Wakefield last month, was sent off in the 79th minute of a recent Under-19s fixture against Newcastle Thunder.

The charge is listed as Grade E, one of the most serious offences on a scale of A to F, and usually carries a suspension range of four to eight weeks.

Havard's case has been referred to next Tuesday's tribunal by the match review panel.