Miguel Almiron first victim of new rules in World Cup

FIFA's new strict rules have come into discussion at the ongoing World Cup. Paraguayan midfielder Miguel Almiron has been punished for covering his face while talking to an opponent player on the field. He was shown a red card for this incident. FIFA later decided to ban him for one match.

According to FIFA's decision, Almiron will not be able to play in Paraguay's final group match against Australia. The organization said that there will be no opportunity to appeal against this punishment.

During the match against Turkey, Almiron was seen covering his face with his hand while talking to an opponent's footballer. After seeing the matter, the Turkish players drew the referee's attention. Then the match officials reviewed the incident and punished him according to the new rules.

As a result of Almiron's red card, Paraguay had to play with 10 men for the rest of the match. However, Matias Galarza's quick goal early on gave the team the lead. In the end, Paraguay maintained that gap and won an important victory.

Paraguay has three points in the group after two matches. With Australia also on equal points, the last group match of the two teams has become very important for advancing to the knockout stage.

Football has long seen players covering their faces to talk. Usually, players do this to prevent the camera or lips from understanding the conversation. However, FIFA has taken the issue seriously in this World Cup.

According to FIFA, this rule is being implemented to maintain transparency and mutual respect on the field. The organization's position is that if there is a conversation between players, they should not cover their faces to keep it secret.

Miguel Almiron has come into the spotlight as the first footballer to be punished under the new rules through this incident. At the same time, the issue has also given new warnings about the behavior of players in the remaining matches of the World Cup.