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Embolo receives red card in Switzerland's loss to Argentina

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 9:03 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Embolo receives red card in Switzerland's loss to Argentina

Summary

Breel Embolo was sent off after receiving a second yellow for diving during Switzerland's World Cup match against Argentina. The incident occurred just after Switzerland's equalizer by Dan Ndoye in Kansas City. Coach Murat Yakin expressed that Embolo's dismissal was detrimental to the team's performance. Argentina later scored twice in extra time, advancing to the semi-finals to face England. The controversy surrounding Embolo's dive has drawn criticism, with local media stating he did a disservice to his team.

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By the Numbers

•Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for diving.
•Switzerland lost to Argentina 3-1 in extra time.
•The match took place in Kansas City.
•Dan Ndoye had equalized for Switzerland before Embolo's sending-off.
•Argentina will meet England in the semi-finals.

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9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Embolo 'devastated' after dive and red card hurt Swiss

What they're saying

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Breel Embolo broke down in tears after receiving a second booking for a dive in Switzerland's 3-1 extra-time loss to Argentina in the World Cup - but sympathy was in short supply. "He is devastated," coach Murat Yakin said.
— Yahoo Sports

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