Miguel Almirón sent off during fiery Türkiye vs. Paraguay match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
In an intense World Cup match, Türkiye faces Paraguay, who leads 1-0. Tensions escalated when Paraguay's Miguel Almirón clashed with Türkiye's Mert Müldür and received a straight red card in first-half stoppage time. Almirón became the first player sanctioned under FIFA's new rule prohibiting communication with a hand over the mouth, a measure introduced to combat discriminatory behavior. The game continues amidst ongoing fouls and time-wasting tactics from both sides, highlighting the competitive atmosphere.
- •Match is intense with Paraguay leading 1-0
- •Almirón sent off in first-half stoppage time
- •New FIFA rule aims to prevent discriminatory behavior
- •Game continues with ongoing fouls and minor spats
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"Türkiye and Paraguay are currently serving up one of the most intense and fiery matches of this World Cup! Ever since the South Americans took an early 1–0 lead, the game has been defined above all...
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