Almiron sent off vs Turkey under new FIFA rule

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron received a red card during their World Cup match against Turkey, sparking questions about a new FIFA rule. The rule, introduced for the 2026 tournament, allows referees to issue a direct red card for certain verbal offenses against match officials. Almiron's dismissal came after he reportedly directed abusive language at the referee following a disputed decision. The incident has drawn attention to FIFA's stricter enforcement of conduct standards on the pitch.