The Football Association has released a statement regarding the incident involving Didier Drogba at Stamord Bridge on Wednesday evening.

It reads:

'The FA can confirm that it is investigating incidents during Chelsea's match against Burnley on Wednesday night.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been charged with violent conduct. Drogba is alleged to have thrown a missile into the away section of the crowd after scoring during the League Cup match at Stamford Bridge. He has until 6pm on Monday 17 November to respond to the charge. A Regulatory Commission will hear the case on Tuesday 18 November.

Referee Keith Stroud confirmed to The FA that he had booked Drogba for going towards the opposition supporters to celebrate but that he had not seen the missile incident.

The FA has written to both Chelsea and Burnley to request information on missiles thrown at Chelsea players from the Burnley section. The FA is also liaising with Metropolitan Police regarding these incidents.

An FA spokesman said: "Players should be able to play football without fearing for their personal safety. It is totally unacceptable for players to be put in danger by supporters throwing missiles onto the pitch.

"The priority now is to work with the clubs and the police to identify the individuals involved. The FA wants anyone found guilty of throwing missiles to face the strongest possible action. That includes life bans from attending football matches."'