Chinese Referee Ma Ning Issues Five Yellow Cards in Ecuador vs Curacao World Cup Match
In a 2022 World Cup group stage match on June 21, Ecuador faced Curacao at 8:00 PM Beijing time. Chinese referee Ma Ning issued five yellow cards—first to Ecuador's Alcivar for a tactical foul, then to Curacao's Leandro, and later to players including Comenencia and Gary for fouls and tactical infringements. At halftime, the score remained 0-0, with Ecuador's Enner Valencia missing a one-on-one chance. The strict officiating marked a notable disciplinary feature of the game.
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Chinese Referee Ma Ning Debuts at World Cup, Issues 6 Yellow Cards in Ecuador vs Curaçao Draw
In a World Cup Group E second-round match, Ecuador and Curaçao played to a 0-0 draw on June 21. Chinese referee Ma Ning made his World Cup debut as the head referee, with compatriot Fu Ming serving as VAR. Throughout the match, Ma Ning issued a total of six yellow cards: one to an Ecuador player and five to Curaçao players, with no red cards or send-offs. The first yellow card came in the 38th minute when Ecuador midfielder Jhonnier Chalá fouled a Curaçao player after a passing error. Curaçao captain Leandro Bacuna received a yellow a minute later for a reckless tackle. In the second half, Curaçao received three more yellow cards for fouls, including one in stoppage time for a substitute. The match lacked goals but saw firm disciplinary action from the Chinese referee.
虎扑 - 足球Ma Ning Makes World Cup Debut as Referee in Ecuador vs. Curaçao Draw
In the second round of the World Cup group stage, Chinese referee Ma Ning officiated the Ecuador vs. Curaçao match, which ended 0-0. This marked the first time in 24 years that a Chinese head referee appeared on the World Cup stage. Ma Ning issued six yellow cards (one for Ecuador, five for Curaçao) and managed several contentious moments, including a pre-halftime scuffle sparked by a tackle on Valencia. He showed a decisive ‘chain card’ sequence in the 38th and 39th minutes, and later in the second half issued four additional yellow cards to Curaçao. During stoppage time, he correctly waved off a penalty appeal for a trip on Valencia, a decision upheld by VAR referee Fu Ming. The article presents a neutral, factual account of Ma Ning’s officiating performance, inviting readers to rate it.
虎扑 - 足球Ecuador 0-0 Curaçao: Ma Ning Shows Six Yellow Cards, Rom Sets Save Record in World Cup Group Stage
In a FIFA World Cup group stage match on June 21st at 8:00 Beijing time, Ecuador and Curaçao played to a 0-0 draw. Curaçao goalkeeper Rom made 15 saves, a new single-match World Cup record, denying a one-on-one chance from Enner Valencia in the 5th minute. Chinese referee Ma Ning issued six yellow cards throughout the match: one in the 38th minute (tactical foul by Alcívar on Chen Dayi), one in the 39th (Leandro foul on Plata), and four more in the second half (54', 56', 75', 91'). Both goalkeepers, Galindez (Ecuador) and Rom (Curaçao), made brilliant saves to keep clean sheets. Ecuador's lineup included Galindez, Incapie, Pacho, Estupiñán, Alcívar, Bite, Franco, Caicedo, Yeboah, Valencia, and Plata. Curaçao's lineup featured Rom, Gary, Floranus, Obispo, Brenet, Fonville, Juninho Bacuna, Komenencia, Leandro Bacuna, Chen Dayi, and Locadia.
虎扑 - 足球Castaner Trips Preciado, Ma Ning Shows Sixth Yellow Card
In a World Cup group match between Ecuador and Curaçao on June 21 at 8:00 Beijing time, during the 91st minute, player Castaner tripped Preciado. Chinese referee Ma Ning issued the sixth yellow card of the match. The report, sourced from HUPU Football News, notes the incident and includes community comments about the referee's card distribution. The match is part of international football competition.
虎扑 - 足球Gary Tactical Foul on Kevin; Ma Ning Issues Fifth Yellow Card
In a World Cup group stage match between Ecuador and Curaçao on June 21 (Beijing time 8:00 PM), a key incident occurred in the 75th minute. Player Gary committed a tactical foul on opponent Kevin, resulting in referee Ma Ning showing a yellow card. This was noted as the fifth yellow card of the match. The report originates from Hupu, a Chinese sports community, and includes a hot reply criticizing Ma Ning for not taking a stronger action. The match is part of the international football World Cup group stage.
虎扑 - 足球Comenencia's High Kick Fouls Bite; Referee Ma Ning Issues Fourth Yellow Card
During a World Cup group stage match on June 21 at 8:00 Beijing time, Ecuador faced Curaçao. In the 56th minute, Ecuador player Comenencia raised his foot excessively high, committing a foul on Curaçao's Bite. Referee Ma Ning assessed the infraction and showed the fourth yellow card of the match. The incident occurred in a competitive group stage fixture. The report comes from Chinese sports outlet Hupu, which noted the match was ongoing.
虎扑 - 足球Half-time: Ecuador 0-0 Curacao, Valencia Misses One-on-One Chance, Two Yellow Cards Shown
In a World Cup group stage match on June 21 at 8:00 Beijing time, Ecuador faced Curacao. At half-time, the score was 0-0. Key events include Enner Valencia missing a one-on-one chance in the 5th minute, saved by Curacao goalkeeper Room. In the 38th minute, Ecuador's Alziva committed a tactical foul on Curacao's Chen Dayi, earning the first yellow card from referee Ma Ning. In the 39th minute, Curacao's Leandro directly fouled Ecuador's Plata, receiving the second yellow card. The match lineups include Ecuador's starting XI with Galindez, Valencia, and Plata, and Curacao's lineup with Room, Juninho Bacuna, and Leandro Bacuna. The article also includes a notable user comment praising referee Ma Ning's decisive card-showing style.
虎扑 - 足球Leandro Fouls Plata, Referee Ma Ning Shows Second Yellow Card
During a World Cup 2022 group stage match on June 21, Ecuador faced Curaçao at 8:00 Beijing time. In the 39th minute, Curaçao player Leandro committed a direct foul on Ecuador's Plata, and Chinese referee Ma Ning issued his second yellow card of the match. The incident was reported by Hupu Football News, a Chinese sports media outlet, with community reactions noting the referee's decisive action.
虎扑 - 足球Alcivar Commits Tactical Foul, Ma Ning Shows First Yellow Card
In a World Cup group stage match between Ecuador and Curacao played on June 21 at 8:00 Beijing time, a notable incident occurred in the 38th minute. Ecuador player Alcivar committed a tactical foul on Curacao player Chen Dayi (likely a transliteration of 'Anda'). The referee, Ma Ning, issued the first yellow card of the match to Alcivar for the foul. The report was published by Hupu, a Chinese sports media platform, and includes an image of the incident. The match is part of the World Cup group stage, and the card incident marks a key disciplinary moment in the game.
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