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Miguel Almiron made World Cup history — and history in the worst way — by getting the tournament’s first red card not for a tackle, but for covering his mouth while talking to an opponent. The incident happened right before halftime during Paraguay’s match against Turkey, after a foul sparked a verbal exchange. Referee Ivan Barton reviewed video and instantly sent Almiron off under a new FIFA rule banning players from hiding their mouths during confrontations — apparently designed to crack down on insults. Despite being down to 10 men, Paraguay held on to win. Almiron apologized to teammates and now faces missing their crucial group stage game against Australia, with potential suspension extending into the knockout rounds. Coach Alfaro called the rule too strict, saying football should have some friction — but the book’s been written.

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