The Indian Super League （ISL） has specific rules and regulations regarding yellow cards that are important for players, coaches, and fans to understand. Yellow cards are shown by referees to indicate a caution for unsporting behavior, dissent, persistent infringement, delaying the restart of play, or failure to respect the required distance.
In the Indian Super League, when a player receives a yellow card, it serves as an official warning. If the same player accumulates multiple yellow cards throughout the season, they face automatic suspensions. The accumulation rule typically states that after receiving a certain number of yellow cards （usually 4 or 5）, the player must serve a one-match ban.
The disciplinary system in ISL follows guidelines set by the All India Football Federation （AIFF） and AFC regulations. Match officials maintain detailed records of all cautions, and the league\“s disciplinary committee reviews contentious incidents to ensure fair implementation of the rules.
Teams often employ sports scientists and analysts to track their players\“ disciplinary records and help them avoid unnecessary bookings. This is particularly crucial during the latter stages of the tournament when key players risk missing important matches due to suspension. |
