51 red cards were issued in a U20 football match

A mass brawl erupted during the Minas Gerais Under-20 Championship semifinal between Uberlândia and Mamoré, resulting in a record 51 red cards issued. The chaos began after Mamoré scored their third goal, leading to aggressive reactions from players and coaching staff. The referee's report noted that even ball boys participated in the violence, which lasted nearly 40 minutes. Significant damage occurred in the Mamoré locker room, with multiple facilities vandalized. The Brazilian sports justice may impose severe penalties, including lengthy suspensions and fines for the clubs involved. The second leg is scheduled for November 8, with Mamoré holding a two-goal advantage.

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