Füchse Berlin Triumphs in Leipzig Amidst Two Rapid Red Card Incidents in Handball Clash
A handball match between Füchse Berlin and SC DHfK Leipzig on March 8, 2023, saw two video red cards given in 61 seconds. The incidents occurred during the second half of the match, with Füchse Berlin leading 26-21.
The first video red card was given to Leipzig’s Lukas Binder for a foul on Füchse Berlin’s Hans Lindberg. The second video red card was given to Leipzig’s Franz Semper for a foul on Füchse Berlin’s Fabian Wiede.
Both players were sent off for “serious foul play.” The video red card is a new rule in handball that allows referees to review fouls that have been committed and to issue red cards even if the referee did not see the foul in real time.
The two video red cards had a major impact on the match. Füchse Berlin were able to capitalize on their numerical advantage and win the match 33-25.
The incidents have raised questions about the use of video technology in handball. Some people believe that the video red card rule is too harsh and that it can unfairly influence the outcome of matches. Others believe that the rule is necessary to protect players from serious injury.
The International Handball Federation (IHF) is still reviewing the use of video technology in handball. It is possible that the video red card rule will be amended or even scrapped in the future.
What are the rules for video red cards?
The rules for video red cards are as follows:
A video red card can be given for “serious foul play” or “deliberate foul play.”
A video red card can be given even if the referee did not see the foul in real time.
A video red card is a direct red card, meaning that the player is sent off immediately and cannot be replaced.
A video red card results in a two-minute suspension for the opposing team.
What are the arguments for and against video red cards?
Arguments for video red cards:
Video red cards can help to protect players from serious injury.
Video red cards can help to ensure that referees make the correct decisions.
Video red cards can help to make handball a fairer sport.
Arguments against video red cards:
Video red cards can unfairly influence the outcome of matches.
Video red cards can slow down the game.
Video red cards can be expensive to implement.
Conclusion
The use of video red cards in handball is a controversial issue. There are valid arguments on both sides of the debate. It is still too early to say whether video red cards will be a permanent fixture in handball. The IHF will need to continue to monitor the use of video technology before making a decision about its future.