Southampton captain Jack Stephens received one of the most unusual red cards in Premier League history during a match against Chelsea on December 4, 2024, after pulling the hair of Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella. The incident occurred just before halftime when Stephens tugged on Cucurella's curly locks during a corner kick, prompting referee Tony Harrington to review the footage via VAR. Initially missed by the referee, the review led to a straight red card for "violent conduct," leaving Southampton down to ten men while already trailing 3-1. Former referee Keith Hackett criticized Stephens for his actions, stating that it was a clear act of misconduct that warranted a red card. This dismissal compounded Southampton's struggles as they remained at the bottom of the Premier League table.
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