A football match in the Maldives produced an unusual sequence when a player was struck in the head by the ball, received a red card, and then featured in an equalising goal.
The incident was reported by Thiladhun. Details of the competition and the clubs involved were not immediately clear from the initial account, but the report highlighted the drama of the moment.
Red cards for violent conduct or serious foul play are uncommon in local matches, and the combination with a subsequent goal added to the attention the game received. Officials have not released a formal statement on the disciplinary outcome.
Local football continues to draw interest across the atolls, with matches often producing unexpected moments. The incident is being discussed by supporters online.
