Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth (opens original article in a new tab)

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron became the first player sent off in World Cup history for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent, with the decision confirmed by VAR.

• Paraguay's Miguel Almiron was sent off for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent
• Almiron's action was reported to an official by Turkey's Mert Muldur
• VAR confirmed the red card for the first time in World Cup history