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53 Red Cards in One Match! Brazil Football Game Sets Bizarre World Record After Mass Brawl
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What Happened?
A local U20 semifinal in Brazil saw a record 53 red cards issued after a mass brawl broke out during the match between Mamoré and Uberlândia.
Key points
- The incident occurred during a U20 semifinal in Minas Gerais.
- Mamoré was leading 3-1 when the brawl started.
- Referee Fernando Patrick Drosghic Modesto issued 40 red cards to players and 8 to coaching staff.
- The previous record was 36 red cards in a 2011 Argentinian match.
- The match was abandoned after being stopped for 40 minutes.
- Allegations of vandalism emerged post-match involving both teams.
Key insights
- The mass brawl could lead to stricter regulations in youth football.
- Such incidents may deter young players from participating in competitive matches.
- The significant number of red cards raises questions about player conduct and coaching oversight.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the extreme disciplinary issues in youth football.
Entities
Mamoré· TeamUberlândia· TeamMinas Gerais· LocationFernando Patrick Drosghic Modesto· Person
Source
Times of India
