South Africa midfielder Zwane handed three-match World Cup ban (opens original article in a new tab)

South Africa midfielder Zwane has been given a three-match ban after being sent off in the World Cup opener against Mexico.

• South Africa midfielder Zwane received a three-match World Cup ban after being sent off against Mexico.
• Zwane was red-carded for striking Mexico's Roberto Alvarado's face during the match.
• South Africa coach Hugo Broos called Zwane's dismissal contentious, but accepted the first red card for Sithole.