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He Got World Cup's First Red Card, for Covering His Mouth

Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron was sent off during a Group D match against Turkey for covering his mouth. This action violated a new FIFA rule. Almiron received a one-match suspension and will miss the game against Australia.

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  1. Miguel Almiron Receives First World Cup Red Card for Covering Mouth

    Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron was sent off during a Group D match against Turkey for covering his mouth. This action violated a new FIFA rule. Almiron received a one-match suspension and will miss the game against Australia.

    What's confirmed:

    • Miguel Almiron is the first player sent off at the World Cup for covering his mouth.
    • The red card occurred during a match between Paraguay and Turkey.
    • FIFA issued Almiron a one-match suspension.
    • Almiron will miss Paraguay's final group game against Australia on Thursday.
    • The incident took place during a confrontation with Turkey's Mert Mulder late in the first half.
    • Paraguay won the match against Turkey 1-0.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • A Paraguayan commentator had his FIFA credentials revoked after attacking officials over the red card.
    • Coach Alfaro warned that the mouth-covering rule could cause the game to lose its essence.
    • Australia's Jackson Irvine expressed a lack of sympathy for Paraguay regarding the card.
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