Why Manuel Ugarte wasn't sent off after being shown two yellow cards vs EnglandThe Manchester United midfielder looked set to receive his marching orders against England but was granted a reprieve in the international friendly as he represented UruguayView 2 Images Manuel Ugarte picked up two yellow cards (Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images))Uruguay and Manchester United star Manuel Ugarte received two yellow cards against England on Friday night, but escaped a red card in unusual circumstances. ‌The commentary team of Sam Matterface and Lee Dixon were perplexed when Ugarte didn't leave the field after being clearly shown a second yellow card. ‌The matter received some clarity minutes later, when it was explained that the second yellow card had been rescinded. Under new review powers, VAR will be able to look at red cards arising from a clearly incorrect second yellow card. Ugarte did not last long on the pitch after his yellow card, as Marcelo Bielsa substituted him shortly after.

Source: Express March 28, 2026 03:17 UTC