Tom Bowen avoids suspension after red card in Junior World Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Wales Under-20s wing Tom Bowen will be available to play against Uruguay on June 2 after avoiding a suspension for his red card in the win against Georgia. Bowen was dismissed for a second yellow card during the closing moments of a 25-24 victory. He received his first yellow for a high tackle and the second for persistent offending. The Independent Foul Play Review Committee reviewed the incident and deemed the initial penalties sufficient. Wales aims to secure a strong position in their group against Uruguay before facing South Africa on July 7.
- •Bowen received two yellow cards in the match against Georgia.
- •Wales won 25-24 despite being down to 13 players.
- •Bowen accepted the review committee's findings and is eligible to play immediately.
- •Wales plays Uruguay next, with a chance to secure a top spot in Pool A.
- •A win against Uruguay would lead to a matchup with South Africa.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Bowen free to play for Wales U20s after red card
"Wales Under-20s wing Tom Bowen avoids suspension after his red card in the win against Georgia in the Junior World Championship.
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