Paraguay’s Almiron becomes first player sent off for covering mouth

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At the 2026 World Cup, Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player in football history to receive a red card under a new FIFA rule prohibiting players from covering their mouths while speaking to opponents. The incident occurred during first-half stoppage time in a group-stage match against Turkey, when Almiron shielded his mouth during an on-field exchange with a Turkish player. Despite being reduced to ten players, Paraguay secured a 1-0 victory while the new regulation was being enforced for the first time.
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Paraguay's Miguel Almiron claimed an unwanted piece of football history on Friday after becoming the first player to be sent off for covering his mouth during an on-field confrontation under new FIFA rules.
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