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LAW 12 · Fouls and Misconduct · 2026/27

The referee awards a direct free kick for Team A and shows a yellow card to a player of Team B. A coach of Team B does not agree with these decisions and claps in a sarcastic way. What disciplinary action does the referee take?

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THE DECISION

The coach is cautioned (yellow card) because their action shows a clear lack of respect for the match official.

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