Used when a player makes a significant mistake and the referee penalizes them.

Sports Consequence

Implies that receiving a card is anticipated due to the player's actions.

Expectation of Penalty

Getting a red card means the player is removed from the game.

It's a softer way of indicating someone has or will lose their job.

The phrase is commonly understood in the UK but may confuse speakers from other regions.

Receiving your cards symbolizes the end of your employment, not just a warning.

Indicates the act of organizing or taking hold of your playing cards.

Denotes the beginning of your involvement in a card game.