53 red cards in one match! A Brazilian football match has set a bizarre world record after a mass brawl

53 red cards in one match! A Brazilian football match has set a bizarre world record after a mass brawl Football witnessed an extraordinary scene in Brazil after a brawl during an under-20s match resulted in 53 dismissals, setting a new world record for the number of red cards issued in a single match.The unprecedented incident occurred on Sunday during the local U20 semi-final in Minas Gerais, when Mamoré led Uberlandia 3-1 in the second half. Celebrations after Mamoré’s third goal sparked a confrontation that soon escalated into a mass fight involving players and officials from both sides.According to the referee’s report, Fernando Patrick Drosghic sent Modesto 40 players and eight members of the coaching and support staff after the brawl. Three players have already received red cards earlier in the competition. Two Uberlândia board members were also dismissed, bringing the total to 53.This number surpassed the previous Guinness World Record of 36 red cards, which was set during an Argentine Fifth Division match between Atlético Claypole and Victoriano Arenas in February 2011.The referee’s report provided details of how the chaotic scenes unfolded. Player Mamoré Davi is said to have taunted the opposition bench while celebrating his team’s third goal, prompting Uberlândia goalkeeping coach Paulo Sérgio Dias Dos Santos to enter the pitch and confront him.A large-scale altercation between players and staff ensued, leaving the referee with no choice but to take disciplinary action against those involved.The situation has also reportedly taken a threatening turn, with Drosghic Modesto claiming that several individuals have threatened him with death and other violence. A police report was subsequently filed in connection with the incident, according to the referee.The match was suspended for 40 minutes before it was finally abandoned as the situation could not be brought under control.The dispute did not end on the field. After the match, there were allegations that Uberlandia officials had damaged equipment belonging to Mamoré. Members of the Mamoré team were also accused of vandalism in the home dressing room.The incident has now set a remarkable new benchmark in the history of football disciplinary actions, with 53 dismissals significantly surpassing the previous record.