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If it is said as a reaction, which sometimes it is, then most likely a yellow, maybe a chat with the captain or coach at youth level, if it is said directly at you then he's gone. It's not offensive but is abusive so, goodbye!!

The number of cards does not matter, as long as you have given the decision correctly. I've given 1 red (which I was told after was wrong) and 4 yellows and they were all in one game (U18s). Like others have said, the timing is important. I don't know if you have seen this video before but is...

Changing subject slightly, don't you hate it when keepers take as long as possible when getting the ball and taking a goal kick or free kick in order to waste time as much as possible.

Love refereeing, not looking forward to the end of the season. No football for 4 months or so

For me, that is where there is conflict. I'd love to say that is a red but is it too harsh? I don't know. Maybe (probably wrongly) how the player has acted during the game would affect my decision. If I was to give a red every time, it wouldn't be unusual for there to be 2/3 reds a game. I think...

Any swearing at me means that the player is going for an early bath

Agree with @Cheshire Ref completely. Just because it is a semi-final, don't be afraid to show a card or two if needed. However, make sure that you don't get to hooked onto the occasion, it could cause you to make mistakes. Enjoy it though. Well done on getting the game!

If there is any dispute whether it is a goal or not

Seen this debate recently and wondered what you guys did

@SM That's the one!!! but depending on the force and angle etc... it could be argued reckless