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Intent isn't, and has not been for a very long time, a requirement for a red. It can increase the seriousness of the challenge, but intent is in no way required for a red. The reason why is obvious: how do you prove intent? The most important factor for the refs is to consider wether the player is acting reckless and/or endangering his opponent. Rashford isn't being reckless here, but planting your studs in your opponents ankle is dangerous regardless of wether he intended to do it or not.
I think its harsh, but claiming it is BS because he didn’t intend to do it just shows a complete misunderstanding of the rules.