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LAW 12 · Fouls and Misconduct · 2026/27

The referee has awarded a penalty kick to Team A. A coach of Team B does not agree with this decision, enters the field of play and approaches the referee in an aggressive manner. What is the correct decision?

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THE DECISION

The coach is sent off (red card) and must leave the field of play and its immediate surrounds, including the technical area.

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