THE Football Association has charged Sunderland boss David Moyes over his comments to BBC interviewer Vicki Sparks following the Black Cats' 0-0 draw with Burnley.

Moyes has been charged with making comments that were "improper and/or threatening and/or brought the game into disrepute", and has until 6pm on May 3 to respond to the charge.

The Sunderland boss was infuriated with questions about his job security in the wake of Ellis Short's visit to the Stadium of Light, and told Sparks: "It was getting a wee bit naughty at the end there so just watch yourself. You still might get a slap even though you’re a woman."

His comments were widely condemned, and he has subsequently apologised to Sparks.

An FA statement said: "David Moyes has been charged in relation to comments made after the game against Burnley on 18 March 2017.

"It is alleged the Sunderland manager’s remarks were improper and/or threatening and/or brought the game into disrepute, contrary to FA Rule E3(1). 

"He has until 6pm on 3 May 2017 to reply to the charge."

Sunderland play Middlesbrough at the Riverside this evening, and are currently 12 points adrift of safety at the foot of the Premier League table.