Almirón sent off as Paraguay faces Turkey in key match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:17 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Almirón sent off as Paraguay faces Turkey in key match

Summary

Miguel Almirón was sent off during Paraguay's match against Turkey, becoming the first player to receive a red card under the new 'Prestianni Law.' The incident generated significant outrage from a Paraguayan radio commentator, who accused the referee of unfairness. The match is currently ongoing, and its results remain pending as Paraguay continues to compete against Turkey.

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Key Details

•Almirón received a red card in the match against Turkey.
•He is the first player penalized under the 'Prestianni Law.'
•A commentator criticized the referee's decision on Paraguayan radio.
•The match between Paraguay and Turkey is currently in progress.

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11:17 PMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Paraguayan pundit goes ballistic over Almirón's sending-off

What they're saying

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Miguel Almirón’s sending-off in Paraguay vs. Turkey became a talking point after he became the first player to see a red card under the “Prestianni Law.” Although not everyone took it well. ...
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