"14 Doors Smashed": A Record 51 Red Cards Issued in Youth Soccer Match

In an unprecedented incident during a youth soccer match in Brazil, a staggering 51 red cards were issued.

According to outlets such as the UK's BBC on the 5th (Korean time), a massive brawl broke out during the first leg of the under-20 championship semifinal in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais between Uberlandia and Mamore, resulting in the expulsion of a total of 51 people—43 players and 8 members of the coaching staff.

This sets a new world record for the most red cards issued in a single match, surpassing the previous record of 36 set in 2011 during a match between Argentine fifth-tier clubs Club Atletico Claypole and Victoriano Arenas.

According to the referee's report, after Mamore's Davi scored the team's third goal in the second phase to extend their lead to 3-1, he made a provocative gesture toward the opposing team's bench while celebrating.

In response, Uberlandia's goalkeeper coach ran onto the pitch toward Davi, triggering a clash between players from both teams that led to the mass ejections.

Three players had already been sent off prior to the brawl.

Local Brazilian media reported that widespread facility damage occurred at the venue, Estadio Parque do Sabiá, prompting the deployment of military police.

The police report stated that 14 doors were smashed, shower facilities were destroyed, and windows were broken.

Benches, tables, and chairs were also reportedly damaged.

The match was suspended for about 40 minutes before the referee ultimately called an end to the game.

Subsequently, Uberlandia officially announced its decision to forfeit the second leg of the semifinal.

Uberlandia explained that due to the mass ejections, their opponents Mamore would only be able to field seven players—the minimum number required by regulations—and added that the decision was "an action in line with the spirit of fair play."

As a result, Mamore advanced to the final, while Uberlandia is scheduled to play in the third-place playoff.

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