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World Cup first sees Almiron sent off for covering mouth

World Cup first sees Almiron sent off for covering mouth

Summary

Miguel Almiron became the first player to be sent off at the 2026 World Cup for covering his mouth during the game. He received a red card while playing for Paraguay in their match against Turkey.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened during the 2026 World Cup.
  • Miguel Almiron is a midfielder for Paraguay.
  • He was shown a red card, which means he was sent off the field.
  • The reason for the red card was covering his mouth during the game.
  • This was the first time a player was sent off for this action under new rules.
  • The match was Paraguay against Turkey.
  • The new rules aim to prevent players from covering their mouths during play.
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