A Labour MP has accused the Football Association of being "pathetically spineless" in the case involving West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka.
The Frenchman was issued with a five-match ban and £80,000 fine for making an alleged anti-semitic 'quenelle' gesture during a goal celebration.
MP John Cryer brought up the topic in the House of Commons during the weekly business statement by Commons leader Andrew Lansley.
The Leyton and Wanstead MP said: "Could we have a debate on racism and in particular anti-semitism? I am thinking of the repellent behaviour of Nicolas Anelka and the pathetically spineless response of the Football Association, which reminds us that racism is always there and will always require vigilance."
Reports have emerged claiming that Anelka is expected to accept the suspension.
