28.03.2026 11:10
In a friendly match between England and Uruguay, a rare situation occurred on the football field. Although it was thought that Manuel Ugarte received two yellow cards, his not being sent off caused great surprise. It was reported by the fourth official that the second yellow card was canceled, and in a subsequent statement, it was learned that the first yellow card was actually shown to Jose Maria Gimenez, not Ugarte.
An unusual event occurred during the friendly match between England and Uruguay, which ended in a 1-1 draw. The fact that Manuel Ugarte, who was thought to have received two yellow cards, was not sent off caused great surprise.
LAST-MINUTE GOAL IN THE MATCH
In the match, England took the lead in the 81st minute with a goal from Ben White. Uruguay equalized the score by converting a penalty won in the 90+4th minute with Federico Valverde. The match ended 1-1.
THOUGHT TO HAVE RECEIVED TWO YELLOW CARDS
It was reported that Manuel Ugarte received a yellow card after a foul in the first half and that he received another yellow card in the 81st minute. However, the fact that he was not shown a red card drew attention.
DECISIONS CHANGED IN QUICK SUCCESSION
It was reported that the fourth official informed that the second yellow card was canceled regarding Ugarte, who was substituted in the 87th minute. In a statement made after the match, it was claimed that the first yellow card was actually shown to Jose Maria Gimenez, not Ugarte. Thus, it was revealed that Ugarte completed the match without receiving any cards.
MAGUIRE: I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A THING BEFORE
England national team player Harry Maguire evaluated the events, stating, "We were told that two yellow cards were shown to Ugarte and that the second one was canceled. This is a situation we have encountered for the first time as well."