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LAW 12 · Fouls and Misconduct · 2026/27

A player attempts to use brutality against an opposing player when not challenging for the ball but he/she does not touch the opponent. What is the sanction?

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THE DECISION

A player is guilty of violent conduct and will be sent off (red card, RC) even if the attempt is unsuccessful. Contact is not a requirement for the offence to be penalised and the player sanctioned.

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