A defender (Team A) denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity (DOGSO) by a challenge that endangers the safety of an opponent (Team B) outside the penalty area. The referee allows play to continue as the ball goes to another Team B player who gains the possession, takes a shot and scores a goal. What is the correct decision?

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The goal is awarded. Although the referee played advantage there were two offences: DOGSO and 'serious foul play'. The offending player (Team A) is sent off (red card) because the referee must punish the more serious offence (serious foul play) and for this offence playing advantage does not change the disciplinary sanction.