Paraguay’s Almiron first to be sent off under new FIFA ‘mouth-covering’ rule
Paraguayan footballer Miguel Almiron became the first player to be sent off under a new FIFA rule prohibiting players from covering their mouths during on-field confrontations. The rule is part of a broader initiative to combat racism in professional football.
Why it matters
This incident marks the first enforcement of a controversial new FIFA regulation aimed at increasing transparency and reducing racial abuse in sports.
Paraguay s Miguel Almiron was sent off for covering his mouth during an on-field confrontation on June 19.
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