Miguel Almiron

Miguel Almiron is a Paraguayan professional footballer currently participating in the World Cup. He has recently become newsworthy due to a controversial red card incident during a Group D match against Turkiye. Almiron was sent off for covering his mouth while speaking, a violation of a new FIFA rule, making him the first player to receive such a dismissal at the tournament. Despite playing with ten men after Almiron's ejection before halftime, Paraguay secured a significant 1-0 victory over Turkiye, thanks to an early goal from Matias Galarza. This win, achieved under challenging circumstances, resulted in Turkiye's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. Almiron's red card and Paraguay's subsequent win highlight a dramatic turn of events in their World Cup campaign, underscoring the impact of disciplinary actions and team resilience.