Miguel Almirón has become the first player to be sent off under the controversial new 'Vinícius-Prestianni' rule during a match between Paraguay and Turkey. The incident took place just before halftime, as Paraguay was leading the match.

Referee Iván Barton from El Salvador reviewed the situation after Turkish players raised concerns about Almirón's behavior. Reports indicate that Almirón covered his mouth while making a comment directed at a Turkish player, which is now strictly prohibited under the new regulation.

The 'Vinícius-Prestianni' rule was introduced following an incident in the UEFA Champions League where Brazilian player Vinícius Júnior reported an insult from Argentine Gianluca Prestianni. During that match, Prestianni had covered his mouth while speaking, making it difficult for officials to verify the comment in real-time.

As part of the new rule, referees are now empowered to issue a red card if a player deliberately covers their mouth while speaking to an opponent or an official during a dispute. This measure aims to eliminate abusive or discriminatory language from the pitch, ensuring that such behavior is penalized appropriately.

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has approved this rule, which is now in effect during the World Cup. Players found guilty of this infraction will face immediate expulsion from the match.

Unfortunately for Almirón, he fell victim to this new regulation, leaving Paraguay to continue the match with only ten players. This unusual circumstance has sparked discussions about the implications of the new rule on player conduct and match dynamics.