Entity: RED-CARD
A red card is a card shown by a referee in sports, typically football (soccer), to indicate that a player has committed a serious violation and must leave the field.
RED-CARD
Etymology
The term 'red card' originates from the color of the card used by referees to indicate a player's expulsion from the game.
Definition
A red card is a symbolic card used in sports, especially football, to signal a player's expulsion from the game due to a serious infraction.
Historical Context
The red card system was first introduced in association football in 1970 as a way to maintain discipline on the field and ensure fair play.
Cultural Significance
The red card has become a universal symbol for serious rule violations in sports and is recognized worldwide as a signal for a player's dismissal.
Related Concepts
- Yellow Card: A cautionary card given to players as a warning for minor infractions.
- Referee: The official responsible for enforcing the rules of the game and issuing cards.
See Also
- Yellow Card
- Referee
A symbolic card used in sports, especially football, to signal a player's expulsion from the game due to a serious infraction.