The New York Times

Almiron red card debate: Coaches disagree as Alfaro warns ‘we could lose essence’ of game

Almiron reacts after receiving a red card Stu Forster/Getty Images When Paraguay head coach Gustavo Alfaro came into the dressing room after his team’s dramatic 1-0 win over Turkey, the first thing he ...
Yahoo! Sports

Uncertain World Cup for Paraguay’s Almiron, sent off for covering his mouth

It was unclear what Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron said to Turkiye’s Mert Muldur under the cover of his hand, but it may have been his last gesture in this World Cup. On Friday, Almiron became the first ...
The New York Times

Paraguay win knocks out Turkey. Will Almirón’s mouth-covering red card serve as a reminder?

Miguel Almiron was sent off after covering his mouth during a confrontation Richard Heathcote/Getty Images Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 on Friday courtesy of a rapid strike from Matías Galarza. The result ...