SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player issued with a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth, getting sent off during a confrontation late in ...

ATLANTA (AP) — Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron has been given a one-match suspension after he was the first player to be sent off at the World Cup for covering his mouth. FIFA confirmed on Tuesday ...

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron received the World Cup's first-ever red card for covering his mouth during a confrontation with Turkey's Mert Mulder.

Paraguay returns to action for a crucial Group D clash against Australia, but the South Americans will have to navigate this match without the services of Miguel Almiron. A high-stakes Group D finale ...

Miguel Almirón made World Cup history — just not the kind he would have liked. He got a unique red card during Paraguay's match against Turkey.

The Paraguayan player was shown a red card for addressing Muldur with his hand over his mouth. The so-called 'Vinicius Law' comes into force for the first time.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup witnessed a historic first on Friday during the Türkiye vs Paraguay clash in Group D. The incident occurred following a heated exchange between several players on the field.

Argentina's Lionel Messi tried to get Marc Cucurella sent off in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after the Spanish defender ...

Paraguay's arguably biggest star, Miguel Almiron, was shown a direct red card after committing an offence which breaks a new ...

Miguel Almirón became the first player to be sent off for covering his mouth and speaking during an altercation when he was ...

A Paraguayan football announcer has had his credentials revoked after launching into a wild tirade over a red card issued against Paraguay in their match against Türkiye on Friday. The inciting ...

Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player issued with a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth, getting sent off during a confrontation late in the first half against Turkey ...