How Long is a Player Suspended for in FIFA?
The length of a player suspension in FIFA, particularly within the popular FIFA Ultimate Team (FUT) mode, depends heavily on the type of offense and the game mode you’re playing. In short, a straight red card will typically result in a one-match ban in most FIFA modes. However, the system varies depending on if you are in a standard game mode or within FUT. The severity of the foul does not change the length of the ban, the red card is the determinate factor, this is a key difference between FIFA the game and real-life football regulations. Other offenses, like violent conduct or dissent, can result in much longer suspensions in real-life football, but these are not normally applied in the virtual world of FIFA.
The core takeaway is that red cards in FIFA generally mean a single match suspension unless specified otherwise, with the exception of professional matches. There are also variations in how these suspensions are handled within Ultimate Team, where specific methods are required to remove red cards from your player’s card. Let’s delve into the specifics.
Red Card Suspensions in FIFA
Standard Red Card Suspension
In most FIFA game modes, receiving a straight red card results in an automatic one-match ban. This means that the player will not be available for your next match in the specific competition or game mode where the red card was received. This applies whether it’s a league match, a cup competition, or a friendly.
FIFA Ultimate Team (FUT) Red Card Suspensions
In FUT, the red card system operates a little differently. While a red card also results in a one-match ban, the way you manage this suspension is unique. You cannot just place the player into the substitutes to remove the ban, and they will still have the red card on their card. To remove the red card from your player, you must:
- Place the suspended player on your reserves bench (not the substitutes bench) in your squad.
- Play a match with the player in your reserves. This can be any game mode as long as you aren’t playing them.
- After the game, the red card will be removed from the player’s card, and they are available for your next match.
Variations from Real-Life Football
It’s important to note the distinction between FIFA game rules and real-life football rules. In the real world, a red card can result in suspensions of varying lengths, depending on the severity of the foul. Violent conduct, dissent, or other serious offenses can lead to multi-match bans which can escalate based on the governing body of the sport. However, in FIFA, the system is simplified, with most red cards resulting in a single-game ban.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 frequently asked questions about player suspensions in FIFA to provide further clarity:
1. Does a second yellow card in a match result in a suspension?
Yes, receiving a second yellow card in a single match results in an automatic red card and a one-match suspension for the player. This is similar to a direct red card.
2. Do red card suspensions carry over between game modes?
No, red card suspensions are generally specific to the game mode or competition in which they were incurred. For example, a red card in a Career Mode league match won’t affect your Ultimate Team squad. However, in real-life there are some exceptions such as in some cup competitions.
3. Does the severity of a red card affect the length of the suspension in FIFA?
No, in the vast majority of FIFA game modes, the severity of the foul that leads to a red card does not affect the length of the suspension. A straight red for a minor trip will have the same penalty as a straight red for a high tackle. A red card means one match ban in all cases.
4. Can you appeal or reduce a red card suspension in FIFA?
No, there is no in-game mechanism to appeal or reduce a red card suspension in FIFA. Once a player receives a red card, the suspension is applied automatically.
5. What happens if a player receives a red card in the final game of a season?
If a player receives a red card in the last match of a competition, the suspension will carry over to the first match of the next season or the next applicable match in that specific competition.
6. Can a red card be removed from a player’s card in FUT?
Yes, in FUT, you can remove the red card by placing the suspended player on your reserves bench (not substitutes bench), and then playing another match. After the game, the red card will be removed and the player will be available for your next match.
7. Do yellow cards carry over in FIFA?
No, yellow cards do not typically carry over in FIFA. Yellow card accumulations leading to suspensions are not commonly implemented in FIFA, unlike in real-life football. This is one area where the game simplifies things, to make it a less complex experience.
8. Can you get banned from FIFA permanently?
Yes, FIFA bans are typically permanent for serious breaches of the User Agreement. This includes hacking, cheating, and serious abuse.
9. Can you get unbanned from FIFA?
Yes, in some cases, you can appeal a ban on FIFA. You will need to contact EA Sports support to discuss the ban on your account.
10. How do you know if you are banned on FIFA 23?
If you have received a ban from FIFA, you will be notified by email. You should check your inbox, including spam, for any messages from EA Sports.
11. What happens when you get banned on FIFA?
When you get banned on FIFA, you will lose access to all the online modes, such as FUT, Pro Clubs, and Volta. Depending on the severity of the ban, it may affect specific games or across all FIFA games, or even all EA games.
12. What does a yellow card mean in FIFA?
A yellow card in FIFA is an in-game warning given to a player for a foul. It does not result in any game suspension, but two yellow cards in the same match will result in an automatic red card and a subsequent one-match ban.
13. Do red cards impact a player’s stats in FUT?
No, red cards do not impact a player’s stats in FUT. They only result in a suspension, and require to be placed into your reserves to remove them.
14. Can I use a substitute for a red-carded player in FUT?
No, once a player is shown a red card, they cannot be substituted, and you are required to play with 10 players for the rest of the game and their card will not be playable for your next match.
15. Are FIFA bans permanent?
Account bans are usually permanent for severe violations of EA Sports’ terms of service. However, as previously mentioned, it is possible to appeal if you feel the ban was made incorrectly.
In summary, while the real-life rules of football can see lengthy suspensions for serious offenses, in the world of FIFA, most red cards mean a one-game ban for that specific player. The nuances of removing red cards in FUT and the potential for permanent bans for serious rule breaches in the game, add a layer of complexity to the otherwise straightforward system. Understanding these rules will help you better manage your team and avoid unnecessary suspensions.