Manchester City have won their appeal against the red card shown to captain Vincent Kompany in the 2nd half of the 2-0 win over Arsenal FC.
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The defender was dismissed by refree Mike Dean for a tackle on Jack Wilshere but the Football Association has overturned the decision.
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Kompany, 26 years of age, had defended his challenge in the aftermath of the game.
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He tweeted '' If the ball is overrun by the opponent and a 50/50 challenge occurs, [a] collision is inevitable ''.
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A FA statement read '' An independent Regulatory Commission has upheld a claim of wrongful dismissal regarding Manchester City's Vincent Kompany ''.
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'' The defender was dismissed for serious foul play during his side's match against Arsenal on Sunday 13 January 2013 ''.
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'' As a result, Kompany's 3-match suspension has been withdrawn with immediate effect ''.