Sent off after ten seconds, Preston Edwards take a bow

Despite the bold exclamation of the title on YouTube, this unfortunately isn’t the fastest ever red card, as that distinction belongs to Chippenham striker David Pratt was sent off against Bashley after just three seconds in 2008 - but is thought to be the fastest red card for a goalkeeper, according to BBC Sport.

However, this doesn’t detract from the sheer farcical nature of proceedings between Ebbsfleet and Farnborough, plus it’s a wonderful example of how not to start a game.

Observe the reactions the keeper, Preston Edwards, and then the desperate despair of his teammates, in particular the number three, as he trudges off the pitch like an angry toddler.

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