Why Paraguay's Miguel Almiron Was Shown Red Card For Covering His Mouth - FIFA's Little-Known Rule Explained

Miguel Almiron of Paraguay became the first player to receive a red card at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The sanction occurred during a match against Turkey after Almiron covered his mouth, violating a little-known FIFA rule. This incident underscores the increasing role of technology in football and the implementation of new regulations, which have the potential to reshape player conduct and match dynamics on a global scale as the tournament progresses in 2026.