The League Of Ireland have released a statement confirming that the appeals submitted by Kerry FC and Finn Harps for fielding an ineligible player have been rejected and the previous punishments will remain in place.
The incidents in question occurred on the opening night of the League Of Ireland First Division when Kerry FC defeated Finn Harps 3-0. Kerry FC player Stevan Stanic-Floody came on with 2 minutes left in the game while Gavin Hodgins came on earlier in the second half.
When first announced the game was deemed null and void resulting in Kerry FC being deducted 3 points and fined €1,0000 and Finn Harps being fined €1.
Wexford had also been deducted 3 points on the opening night of the season for fielding an ineligible player against UCD and were also fined. Wexford FC had intended to appeal but there has been no update to their situation since.