red card

American

noun

Soccer. a red card shown by the referee to a player being sent off the field for a flagrant violation.

red card British

noun

a card of a red colour displayed by a referee to indicate that a player has been sent off

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verb

(tr) to send off (a player)

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Manchester United profited from Tottenham captain Cristian Romero's red card to stretch their perfect start under Michael Carrick to four games, leaving the beleaguered Frank under mounting scrutiny.

From Barron's

There was that red card from his former teacher - and then the time he angered Klopp.

From BBC

He made his return to rugby in an England A game against France, but earned a red card for a high shot on Antoine Hastoy in the 34th minute.

From BBC

Within three minutes, the teenager had perfectly threaded a pass through for Djeidi Gassama to win a spot-kick, resulting in an early red card for the visitors and a goal from captain James Tavernier.

From BBC

Despite a red card for Kevin Schade, who was dismissed for kicking Matty Cash prior to the goal, the Bees held on for an impressive victory thanks to their winger's fourth goal this season.

From Barron's

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