An LFP statement read: ''After hearing players Thiago Motta and Brandao accompanied by representatives of both clubs, the Commission imposes a six-month suspension on Brandao for his actions towards Thiago Motta. Brandao will be qualified to play again from February 22, 2015.''
His absence will only complicate matters for new boss Makelele,ultimate team coins whose side have had trouble finding the net consistently ever since an opening day goals spree during their 3-3 draw with Marseille - the three goals they managed that day are 50 per cent of their total tally so far. It is not the Corsican club's only hangover from their defeat to PSG - their only loss so far - with El Hadji Ba also set to serve a one-match ban against Metz for a dangerous tackle he made on Motta himself.