In what scenario can a player be carded for dissent?

A player can be carded for dissent when they argue with or show disrespect to the referee. Dissent is any action or behavior that demonstrates disagreement with the officiating decisions, including verbal disputes or disrespectful gestures. The rules are designed to maintain respect for officials and to ensure that the game proceeds smoothly and fairly. When a player crosses the line into confrontational or disrespectful behavior towards the referee, a card—typically a yellow one—can be issued as a warning to reinforce the importance of respect and sportsmanship in the game.

In contrast, actions such as showing excellent sportsmanship or celebrating a goal, no matter how exuberant, generally fall within acceptable behavior, while scoring an own goal is a gameplay event that does not warrant a card. Thus, the emphasis is on maintaining respect for the authority of referees, which is why dissent is penalized.