Scandal, simulation and tears. Swiss forward Embolo sent off in match against Argentina

The closing stages of the 2026 World Cup quarter-final between Argentina and Switzerland were marked by one of the tournament’s most talked-about incidents.

Swiss striker Breel Embolo found himself at the center of attention after a clash with Leandro Paredes. At first, the referee booked the Argentine midfielder, but after consulting the replay, he reversed the decision and gave Embolo a second yellow card for simulation, which automatically turned into a red.

As he left the pitch, Embolo couldn’t hold back his emotions, leaving for the tunnel in tears, while the episode immediately sparked fierce debate among fans and pundits alike.

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However, video replays released after the match confirmed the referee’s call. The footage clearly shows that Argentina’s Leandro Paredes did not touch Embolo, who blatantly dived.