Football
What are the suspension rules for yellow cards in the Copa América 2024?
Players taking part in the Copa América 2024 must be on their best behaviour from matchday two of the group stage onwards, the earliest point at which suspension rules related to yellow cards lead to bans.
Copa América yellow card suspension rules
Any player who is shown two yellow cards up to and including the quarter-finals much serve an immediate one-match suspension. That means players who are booked in the opening two group games will miss the third one, while receiving a second caution in the quarter-finals will result in the offender being banned for the semi-finals.
Brazil defender Eder Militão, Chilean attacker Alexis Sánchez, Argentina’s Giovani Lo Celso and USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie are among the biggest names to have been booked in their nations’ opening group fixtures in the tournament.
The rules mean there is even the possibility of a player being suspended on two separate occasions, should they be yellow carded in the opening two group Games, and then again in the round of 16 and quarter-finals.
When are yellow cards reset in the Copa América 2024?
Accumulated yellow cards are wiped from players’ records following the conclusion of the quarter-finals, with the aim of reducing the likelihood of suspensions in the final. The only way a player can be banned for the Copa América 2024 final is if they receive a red card (directly, or two yellows) in the semi-finals.
More information
Copa América group stage tie-breakers
What are the suspension rules for red cards in the Copa América?
As is almost always the case in the majority of competitions, any player who is sent off is automatically given a one-match suspension for his team’s next fixture. The length of the ban could be increased if CONMEBOL feel the offence committed warrants it.
Ecuador captain Enner Valencia was the only player to be shown a red card on matchday one of the group stage for accidentally catching Venezuela midfielder José Martínez in the face with a high boot in the penalty area.
The 34-year-old was handed an initial one-game ban as a result of the incident, preventing him from playing in La Tri’s second match in Group B against Jamaica in Las Vegas.
-
Football2h ago
Euro 2024: England vs. Slovakia odds, picks and predictions
-
Football3h ago
EPL Side Linked With Matt O’Riley As Celtic Set Price Tag
-
Football3h ago
Adam Idah Spotted With Celtic Star On Friday Evening
-
Football3h ago
Good news! Stefan Bajcetic to enjoy full Liverpool pre-season after Olympic decision
-
Football3h ago
Curtis Jones meets with Steven Gerrard as Mo Salah’s inevitable post arrives
-
Football4h ago
Copa America 2024 schedule, live stream: Where to watch USMNT vs. Uruguay, TV channel, start time
-
Football4h ago
Euro 2024 bracket, standings: Georgia beat Portugal, join Cristiano Ronaldo's team and Turkiye in round of 16
-
Football7h ago
Copa America: Argentina vs. Peru odds, picks and predictions