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Originally Posted by Frank Kelley
I have to agree, it is a pity that after extra time, in the event of a draw, the match cannot be decided upon the number of cards given, rather than a penalty shootout.
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Just listening to the commentators/pundits and three phrases are very common :
1. "get the ball to .... and he'll draw a foul"
2. "take one for the team"
3. "a professional foul"
While counting cards
if the match ended in a draw may be a slight deterrent , sending the offender(s) to the sin bin for 10 minutes during the game (as in rugby) would definately give the opposition a real advantage and may negate the need for penalties.
Managers/coaches wouldn't be so keen on players "taking one for the team" (or diving !) if they knew they were going to be one man short for 10 minutes.
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