Watch Doncaster star Lee Tomlin sent off for two yellow cards in just 17 SECONDS after bizarre sequence vs Bradford
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DONCASTER midfielder Lee Tomlin had a debut to forget after he was sent off for two yellow cards in just 17 SECONDS in the 0-0 draw away at Bradford.
The 33-year-old was given an early bath in first-half stoppage time at Valley Parade in the opening weekend of the League Two season.
Former Bournemouth man Tomlin received his first caution in the fifth minute of first half stoppage time after refusing to get out of the way for a free-kick.
He then bizarrely decided to kick the ball away just moments later to leave the home fans and players incensed.
Bantams ace Jamie Walker rushed in to speak to referee Bobby Madden, where he lightly brushed up against Tomlin.
The ex-Peterborough star then threw himself to the ground in pantomime scenes which only further riled up the home supporters.
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But his theatrics in trying to get Walker a yellow card didn't do Tomlin any favours, as Madden quickly brandished him a second yellow card for time-wasting.
Valley Parade erupted in delight, with social media sent into meltdown over the stupidity of Tomlin.
Taking to Twitter, one user said: "The most stupid red card you’ll ever see, courtesy of Lee Tomlin."
Another commented: "Possibly the worst red card I have ever seen."
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A third added: "Most tragic red card I have ever seen."
This fan then posted: "Fair play to the referee. Lee Tomlin should retire tonight."
Meanwhile one supporter said: "Lee Tomlin, bags of talent, bags of stupidity."
Another simply said: "Lee Tomlin is an absolute clown."
There was to be more drama following the full-time whistle after Bradford's Kian Harratt was sent off following an altercation with Rovers goalkeeper Johnny Mitchell.
Just like Tomlin, Harratt was making his debut after joining Bradford on loan from Championship side Huddersfield.