Premier League adjusts rules after Lisandro Martinez red card incident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The Premier League announced a rule change concerning hair-pulling following an incident involving Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez during an April match against Leeds United. Martinez received a red card for allegedly tugging Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair, a decision that provoked significant criticism, including from United's manager Michael Carrick. Replays suggested the contact was minimal and questioned the call's validity. Sources confirm that the refereeing protocol will now focus on determining whether hair-pulling was clear and deliberate. This change, which reflects consultations with the game improvement advisory group, aims to enhance officiating at set pieces and remains open to interpretation.
- •Lisandro Martinez received a red card in April against Leeds United.
- •The incident sparked widespread criticism from players and managers.
- •The Premier League will change how hair-pulling is assessed next season.
- •Referees are to focus on clear and deliberate actions moving forward.
- •Martinez's red card will be reconsidered as a borderline case.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lisandro Martinez red card incident sparks Premier League rule change
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