Serbia's Dragojevic Sent Off After Kimmich Tackle
A pitchside review upgraded a yellow card to a red for Serbia's Dragojevic in Germany's 3-1 Nations League win.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2026 in Soccer
Serbia midfielder Dragojevic, 20, was shown a red card after a tackle on Joshua Kimmich that was first booked as a yellow card. Serbia then ended the match with nine men after Andrija Zivkovic was also sent off in the final minute.
Why it matters
The dismissal left Serbia a player short for the closing stages of a Nations League match against Germany. The review process at the pitchside monitor shows how decisions can change after video assessment.
The referee's decision came from a pitchside monitor review that upgraded a yellow card to a red after Dragojevic's challenge on Kimmich's ankle. Any suspension or further sanction has not been reported in the available information.
The players
Joshua Kimmich
Kimmich is a German international midfielder and one of the most experienced players in the Germany squad.
Germany national football team
Germany is a multiple-time FIFA World Cup champion and a regular contender in European and international competitions.
The details
Dragojevic came on as a halftime substitute and was dismissed 31 minutes later after a tackle that caught Kimmich on the ankle as it twisted. Replays were reviewed at the pitchside monitor, upgrading the initial yellow card to a red, and Kimmich did not suffer a serious injury.
Timeline
Dragojevic came on as a substitute at halftime.
Dragojevic was sent off 31 minutes after coming on.
Zivkovic was sent off in the final minute, leaving Serbia with nine men.
Review Process
Pitchside monitor reviews are used in elite international fixtures to correct on-field card decisions after video replays. This match shows the same process turning a booked foul into a dismissal in a Nations League fixture.
The red card means Dragojevic is not available for the remainder of this match, and any further suspension would depend on disciplinary rules not described in the source. Fantasy and squad planners should check official competition notices before making roster decisions.
The takeaway
Pitchside review can change a match-defining decision within moments, and fans should expect card outcomes to be reconsidered after video replays. Keep an eye on official competition updates for any follow-up sanctions.
Further reading
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