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Israeli footballer sent off for gun-mimicking goal celebration

Saied Abu Farchi was shown a red card during a Nations League match after celebrating a goal by miming gunfire with a corner flag.

· 1 min read · language: en
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— Al Jazeera — All

Israeli footballer Saied Abu Farchi was sent off during a Nations League match after celebrating a goal in a manner that referees judged to warrant a red card.

The celebration involved Abu Farchi using a corner flag to mimic firing a weapon, according to reports on the match.

The dismissal drew attention to the player's conduct on the pitch and added to broader discussion around the limits placed on goal celebrations in competitive football.

Further details on any additional disciplinary consequences the player may face had not been confirmed at the time of reporting.

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