The rare cases people argue about

Rare situations, and the ones people argue about.

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Fouls and cards

What gets a water polo player thrown out of the game for good?Misconduct and violent action both put a player out for the rest of the game.

Throws, referees and reviews

What does the referee do when nobody is entitled to the ball?The referee throws the ball in between the teams so that both have an equal chance of reaching it.
What happens when a water polo player is hurt or bleeding?A bleeding player is ordered out of the water at once.

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