A screenshot of the referee showing the white card
Lisbon: When you hear that a referee has picked up a card in a football match, the first thing that comes to mind is a yellow card and a red card. Portugal differs by introducing the white card with the aim of enabling dignified interactions on the field of play.
It was first introduced in league competition on an experimental basis. It came into league competition under the guidance of the Portuguese Football Federation. It was first used by the referee in the Women’s Cup quarter-final match between Benfica and Sporting Lisbon.
The match took place on January 21. The card was drawn against Benfica’s medical staff. The card was pointed at Benfica’s medical staff who rushed to provide emergency medical aid to a fan who collapsed during the match. Reports say the card was picked up as part of respect.
When Benfica were leading by three goals in the game, the Portuguese referee Caterina Campos was the first to show the white card. The white card was presented to ensure dignified interference in the game.
According to reports, the new system is meant to overcome unnecessary opposition from the players. If the referee is challenged beyond a certain limit, the referee can raise a white card. The former president of Uefa, Michel Platini, says that if a white card is shown, whoever it was aimed at should leave the field. Ten minutes absence from the field of play. There is a similar pattern to field hockey. A white card is to prevent the practice of challenging the referee unnecessarily.
Benfica and Sporting medical staff were given a white card by a referee. They both helped a fan who was sick in the stands during the Portuguese Women’s Cup match.
In Portugal white cards are used to appreciate acts of fair play.pic.twitter.com/clVeIpMStZ
— FT90Extra ⚽ (@FT90Extra) January 23, 2023
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