Breel Embolo sent off for diving in World Cup match against Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:45 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
In the World Cup quarter-final in Kansas City, Switzerland equalized against Argentina through Dan Ndoye, bringing the score to 1-1. Moments later, Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for diving after a VAR review, leaving Switzerland a man down. Embolo's dismissal came around the 70th minute, leading to an emotional reaction as he burst into tears. Switzerland must now navigate the remainder of the match with ten players against the defending champions.
- •Switzerland equalized at 1-1 through Dan Ndoye.
- •Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for diving.
- •Embolo showed visible distress upon being sent off.
- •Switzerland must play the final stages with ten men.
- •Match taking place in Kansas City.
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — 📸 He bursts into tears straight away: Switzerland star sent off for diving!
"Around the 70th minute, dramatic scenes unfolded in the World Cup quarter-final in Kansas City!Switzerland had just equalized at 1-1 through Dan Ndoye, once again putting world champions Argentina und...
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