The card was shown during a women’s cup match after medical staff from both sides rushed to help a fan who had fainted in the stands, with spectators at the match between Sporting Lisbon and Benfica cheering and applauding the decision.
The move is part of a new initiative in Portugal to encourage sides to act in a sporting manner and receive instant recognition for their positive actions.
The white card provides immediate recognition for a positive act during a football match.
