Breel Embolo receives red card for diving against Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent off in the quarterfinal match against Argentina, which took place on July 12, 2026. The game saw Argentina initially take the lead with a header from Mac Allister, but Switzerland equalized in the second half through a goal by Dan Ndoye. Shortly after the equalizer, Embolo attempted to dive while being defended, resulting in a second yellow card after a VAR review. The contest remained tied at 1-1 at the time of the incident, with extra time anticipated.
- •Argentina leads with Mac Allister's goal in the 10th minute.
- •Dan Ndoye equalized for Switzerland in the second half.
- •Embolo received a second yellow card for diving after VAR review.
- •Match status was 1-1 at the time of Embolo's dismissal.
- •Extra time was likely as the match remained tied.
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup fans show no love for Breel Embolo after red card for diving against Argentina
"Switzerland vs. Argentina’s quarterfinal game has already ended in heartbreak for Breel Embolo.
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