What happened: Paraguay's Miguel Almiron was sent off during their 2026 World Cup match against Turkey for covering his mouth, the first dismissal under the new rule.
Why it matters:
- Enforces stricter conduct rules on player behaviour during matches
- Affects players’ communication and disciplinary standards in international football
MNN Take: The new rule aims to increase transparency and fairness by preventing players from hiding their conversations, leading to this historic sending off.
Sources: BBC Sport