What is the colour of the sending off card in football?

Key Points

• The sending off card in football is red.
• A red card is shown by the referee to signify that a player must be sent off the field and cannot be replaced.
• Receiving a red card means the player is expelled from the game and their team must play with one fewer player.
• Red cards are issued for serious offenses like violent conduct, serious foul play, or receiving a second yellow card in the same match.

Additional Information

• Football, also known as soccer in some countries, is governed by the Laws of the Game, which are maintained by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
• Yellow cards are used to caution players for less serious offenses, while red cards are for more severe infractions.
• A player who receives a red card in a match is typically suspended from participating in the next game.
• The rules regarding red and yellow cards are applied universally in all levels of football, from amateur to professional leagues.