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First Player Sent Off Due to Mistaken Identity Rule

Updated 2026-07-12 04:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Swiss footballer Breel Embolo was sent off during the World Cup due to a new law on mistaken identity. This marks the first time such a rule has been applied in international competition.

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Embolo sent off as result of mistaken identity rule

Switzerland's Breel Embolo becomes first player to be sent off as a result of a new law for mistaken identity at the World Cup.

2026-07-12 04:22 UTC