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Phillips red card horror tackle sparks Sheffield derby fury

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Sheffield United midfielder Kalvin Phillips was sent off during the fierce Steel City derby against Sheffield Wednesday for a dangerous challenge on Svante Ingelsson. Phillips committed a horrific tackle that caught the Swedish striker high on his shin, prompting an immediate red card. The incident, described by Sky Sports as 'That is HORRIBLE!', overshadowed the match as Wednesday secured a 2-1 victory. Phillips' dismissal significantly impacted United's chances, leaving them a man down for the final 20 minutes. This controversial moment highlights the intense rivalry and the high stakes of derbies in the Championship.