Cynical applause sees Yllan Okou sent off in Belgium

Update: Yllan Okou, the Franse defender for RAAL La Louvière, received a red card after two yellow cards in the away match against Standard Luik, a decision driven by his cynical applause toward referee Nathan Verboomen, ensuring the two will not become friends soon in België.

Cynical applause triggers dismissal

Okou’s first caution came just after thirty minutes of play. He pushed an opponent with both hands into his back, creating a free‑kick, and referee Nathan Verboomen showed a yellow card. Okou responded with a cynical clap, prompting his coach to warn him to keep his head in the game.

In the second half Standard Liège, referred to as Standard Luik, took the lead through a double strike by Salieu Drammeh. During extra time Okou committed another foul; Verboomen deemed it a repeat offence and, after Okou again offered cynical applause, issued a second yellow, which meant a red card and his dismissal.

The incident was highlighted in the ‘In de Kantlijn’ column, where the De redactie of VI.nl gathers the latest odd, amusing or striking football news. Readers find rare quotes, huge blunders and brilliant goals, all presented with a wink. This story therefore appears under the Kantlijn' heading.

Okou’s red card leaves RAAL La Louvière a man short for the remainder of the match.