A chaotic under-20s semi-final in Brazil saw a world-record 51 red cards issued during the match between Uberlandia and Mamore. The game, part of the Minas Gerais Under-20 Championship, descended into violence after Mamore’s Davi taunted the opposition bench following his team’s 3-1 lead. Uberlandia goalkeeping coach Paulo Sergio Dias Dos Santos ran onto the pitch to confront him, triggering a massive brawl.
In total, 43 players and eight coaching staff were sent off, surpassing the previous record of 36 set in Argentina in 2011. Military police were called to Parque do Sabia Stadium due to extensive damage, including 14 broken doors, shattered windows, and destroyed benches and tables. Referee Fernando Patrick Drosghic Modesto paused the game for 40 minutes before abandoning it.
Uberlandia later conceded the second leg, citing fair play, as Mamore only had seven players available. Mamore will advance to the final, while Uberlandia will compete for third place.
Source: BBC Sport Football · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing