Former EPL star Andy Carroll received a red card in his debut match for his new club.

Andy Carroll's debut at Dagenham & Redbridge

According to The Sun: Andy Carroll, former England striker, was sent off in his long-awaited debut for Dagenham & Redbridge.

The 36-year-old player joined the team from the National League South in July but missed the start of the season due to a thigh injury.

Last week, he came on during a match where his team lost 5-2 to Worthing.

Today, Carroll started in the lineup for the match against Bedford in the second round of the FA Cup qualifiers and was the team captain.

However, at the end of the first half, the striker, who was once the most expensive player in Britain, was sent off with a direct red card for a foul while contesting the ball.

Fans reacted immediately, starting to joke that Carroll would have a few weeks to relax in the sun. One user wrote:

“Back to Ibiza.”

Another added:

“That’s three more games he’ll miss.”

Some even sarcastically commented that Carroll had become a significant transfer for the second division:

“Great signing.”

Moreover, the player continues his relationship with influencer Lou Tisdale, with whom he spent several vacations this summer. They tried to save their relationship despite warnings from the new coach. Reports suggest their relationship ended in another breakup after a failed vacation.

Andy Carroll and Lou Tisdale's romance during vacations

The couple's friends believe it will be hard for them to maintain their relationship at home, here are some of their sunny trips:

• In October 2024, the couple was first spotted kissing at a beach club in Mallorca.
• In January 2025, they enjoyed a winter holiday in Megève, Mont Blanc.
• In April 2025, the couple shared a kiss in a pool in France, where they moved when Andy signed with the French club Bordeaux.
• In April 2025, they showed their affection while on holiday in Magaluf.
• Exclusive photos from The Sun in May 2025 showed the couple walking hand in hand in Ibiza.
• In June 2025, they went on vacation to Greece, although the trip was disrupted when Andy was questioned by the police twice.

Carroll's debut at Dagenham & Redbridge sparked discussions not only because of his performance but also due to the media that are always around him. Time will tell how his career will unfold at his new club and whether he will manage to return to playing at the highest level.