Argentina gains from Swiss exit
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has confirmed that the decision to send off Switzerland's Embolo during the quarter-final match of the 2026 World Cup against Argentina was a refereeing mistake caused by an incorrect interpretation of the "incorrect identity" rule. Embolo was sent off after being awarded a red card via Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology, based on a mistake in identifying him, even though the second yellow card he received was for simulation rather than resulting from a genuine foul. The board clarified that, under current regulations, VAR reviews are only permitted to verify the identity of the player who committed the foul, not to modify already issued warnings or cards. Using technology to incorrectly change a card from yellow to red or vice versa is considered a violation of the current rules. As a result, Argentina benefited from an unjust decision in the match, which they ultimately won in extra time 3-1. The game was heading toward a draw before the incorrect red card decision.
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