According to the 2021/22 IFAB's Laws of the Game, do yellow cards and warnings carry forward into kicks from the penalty mark?

In accordance with the IFAB's Laws of the Game for the 2021/22 season, yellow cards and warnings do not carry forward into kicks taken from the penalty mark. This is significant because during penalty shootouts, the focus shifts primarily to the mechanics of the kicks and the immediate outcome rather than the disciplinary actions that occurred during the main match.

This rule ensures that players are not further penalized for previous infractions during the critical moment of the shootout, thereby allowing the game to be decided strictly on the performance in that specific situation. The annulment of yellow cards and warnings during this time maintains the integrity of the shootout process, as it prevents a situation where a player who may have received a yellow card during regular play would be unfairly affected during penalty situations, where high pressure and tension are already present.

Understanding this aspect of the rules is crucial for referees, as it affects how they manage player behavior throughout the match and particularly during penalty situations.