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Red card
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a card raised by the referee that removes a player from the game
What is a "red card"?
A red card is a penalty given to a player in sports, particularly in soccer, for a serious rule violation, such as violent conduct, dangerous play, or unsportsmanlike behavior. When a player receives a red card, they are immediately sent off the field and cannot return for the remainder of the game. This punishment often results in their team playing with one less player for the rest of the match. A red card is one of the most severe penalties in sports, and it signifies a major breach of the game's rules.
Examples
They played with a man down after the red card.
The team struggled to recover after the early red card.
