foul
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That left Wembanyama one flagrant foul away from an automatic suspension and the Knicks seized upon the moment of Spurs hesitation to mount a 13-0 scoring run.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
If a player is booked or sent off but the foul was actually committed by the opposition team, the decision can be changed.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Attacking foul before the ball is in play: The Ifab has given Fifa permission to allow a VAR review if it directly leads to a goal, penalty or disciplinary sanction.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“It should be reviewable,” Roberts said of the foul tip.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
And now some other boys were watching from a few steps behind the foul line.
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
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