Paraguay Midfielder Miguel Almirón Receives Red Card in World Cup Group Stage Match

Summary

Miguel Almirón of Paraguay received a direct red card in the World Cup group stage match against Turkey for allegedly using inappropriate language while covering his mouth, under a new disciplinary rule involving VAR.

Key Points
  • Miguel Almirón received a direct red card in the World Cup group stage match against Turkey.
  • The red card was given after a VAR review during a dispute with Turkey's Mert Müldür.
  • The decision was based on a new disciplinary rule concerning offensive language while covering the mouth.
  • Paraguay played with 10 players after Almirón's ejection, significantly impacting the match.
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