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Turkiye knocked out of World Cup 2026 after 1-0 defeat to 10-man Paraguay

Turkiye knocked out of World Cup 2026 after 1-0 defeat to 10-man Paraguay

Summary

Paraguay defeated Turkiye 1-0 to eliminate them from the 2026 World Cup, despite playing with ten players after a red card. The only goal was scored very early in the match by Matias Galarza, and Paraguay defended well to hold their lead.

Key Facts

  • Paraguay scored the fastest goal of the tournament after 64 seconds by Matias Galarza.
  • Turkiye was knocked out of the World Cup after losing 1-0 to Paraguay.
  • Paraguay played with 10 men after midfielder Miguel Almiron received a direct red card before halftime.
  • Almiron was sent off for covering his mouth during a confrontation, a new rule enforced in this tournament.
  • The red card was confirmed by the video assistant referee (VAR).
  • Paraguay held off many attacks by Turkiye to maintain their lead.
  • Turkiye missed a late chance to equalize.
  • This match followed Paraguay’s earlier 4-1 loss to the United States.
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