Preston Striker Milutin Osmajic Receives Eight-Match Ban for Biting, Echoes Luis Suarez's Infamous Incident in 2013

In 2013, Luis Suarez made headlines with his infamous bite on Branislav Ivanovic. The incident was brought back to memory recently when Preston striker Milutin Osmajic was involved in a similar biting incident on September 22. Osmajic bit Owen Beck during a Championship match, leading to him being handed an eight-match ban by the FA's disciplinary committee on Friday (Oct 4). The Montenegrin striker has been found guilty and is expected to return to action in the first week of December after serving his suspension.

On September 22, in the Championship clash between Blackburn Rovers and Preston, Milutin Osmajic had bitten Beck’s back causing wide criticism of the attacker. The match ended in a goalless draw but much of the headlines were written by the ill-fated incident.

Announcing the sanctions, a Football Association spokesperson said on Friday: "The forward admitted that he committed an act of violent conduct around the 87th minute by biting an opponent.

"An independent regulatory commission imposed his sanctions following a hearing.

"Its written reasons will be published in due course."

The incident did not go well with Blackburn Rovers boss John Eustace who was seen furious after the match ended. "[Beck's] got a big bite mark on the back of his neck.

"He's shown all the lads. He's a little bit quiet, a little bit shook up."

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In addition to his eight-match ban, Osmajic was given a fine of £15,000 ($19.600) for the incident. Interestingly, both Beck and Osmajic could meet again as early as October 14 where they will represent their national sides in the Nations League. Since the ban is limited to domestic competitions only, both Beck and Osmajic could have a spicy meeting when Wales and Montenegro go head-to-head.