Glossary
Glossary

Red card

Subtype of: Non-ball

Red card

Disciplinary action by the referee that is indicated by showing a red card according to law 12.3 of the IFAB Laws of the Game.

Details

  • Can only be shown on an event that is a foul.
  • Includes red cards received for whatever reasons, including not just fouls, but also misconduct and unsportive behaviour.
  • A second yellow card is treated as a red card.
  • Also includes red cards received while on the bench.
  • Includes also red cards appealed and overturned after the match.

Available metrics

Red cards, total

Total number of red cards in a timeframe.

Red cards / 90 minutes

Number of red cards normalized per 90 minutes.