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What is Red card (disqualification) in Handball?

Removal from the match, triggered by a third 2-minute suspension or by a single act of serious foul play. The team plays 2 minutes short and may then bring on a replacement, but the disqualified player takes no further part.

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Goal area (6-metre zone)7-metre throwFree throw (9-metre throw)Three-step ruleDouble dribble2-minute suspensionBlue cardYellow card
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